Infosec stories

New Zealand’s AI productivity promise will falter unless firms simplify systems, curb shadow AI and strengthen cybersecurity foundations.

Australia races into AI’s next phase as leaders demand visibility, security and smarter human-AI collaboration to stay competitive by 2026.

Digimune and MY CYBER GUARD have teamed up to launch an Australian identity protection service for households and small businesses.

As digital risks grow in Australia, 2026 will see adaptive identity become vital for securing every access point against advanced threats, including AI-driven attacks.

Proofpoint identifies TA585 as a cyber threat actor managing end-to-end attacks, deploying advanced malware like MonsterV2 to target finance firms globally.

Research shows firms adopting AI and cloud tech still rely on outdated, reactive security, leaving them exposed to preventable breaches and risks.

Women in cybersecurity face ongoing hurdles in representation; experts call for fair promotion, mentorship, and cultural change to boost diversity and resilience.

WiseBee has raised USD $2.5 million to enhance its AI-driven cyber defence platform, targeting mid-sized firms across Europe and the US.

Quest Software unveils AI-powered Security Guardian Intelligence, speeding up responses to identity threats in hybrid Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID setups.

Phishing campaigns spoofing Booking.com have surged, targeting hotels with fake CAPTCHA sites that trick staff into installing malware, research reveals.

Tenable plans to acquire Apex Security, enhancing its AI risk control and exposure management platform amid rising cyber threats from AI adoption.

Cybersecurity firm Infoblox warns of Hazy Hawk, a threat actor hijacking DNS records from abandoned cloud resources to spread scams and malware worldwide.

Ransomware persists in 2025 as attackers exploit easy targets, with cybercrime losses hitting USD $16.6 billion despite soaring cybersecurity investments.

Google's GTIG reports 75 zero-day exploits in 2024, highlighting a rising threat to enterprise tech despite a slight overall decrease from 2023.

FireMon appoints four former Skybox Security sales leaders to boost expansion across EMEA, APAC, and North America in network security policy management.

Varonis Systems has acquired Cyral, enhancing data security capabilities amid a projected USD $225 billion database market boom by 2028.

TDCX Singapore has received the Data Protection Trustmark from the IMDA, underscoring its dedication to upholding stringent data privacy standards.

Barracuda analysts warn of escalating phishing threats using QR codes crafted from ASCII/Unicode characters, evading traditional security measures.

F5 releases NGINX One software to enhance application security and delivery for diverse enterprise teams, integrating load balancing, security, and AI-driven insights.

This World Backup Day Cohesity calls for a focus on cyber resilience & AI amid rising cyber threats.