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Cybercriminals shift focus to mobiles & cryptocurrencies
Malware

Cybercriminals shift focus to mobiles & cryptocurrencies

A recent Kaspersky report reveals a staggering rise in mobile banking malware, with incidents soaring 3.6 times in 2024 amidst escalating phishing and crypto scams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Kaspersky awarded top 'Strategic Leader' in EPR tests
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky awarded top 'Strategic Leader' in EPR tests

Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Expert has been honoured as a 'Strategic Leader' for the third consecutive year in the 2024 AV-Comparatives test.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Ransomware gang Fog publishes victim IPs on Dark Web
Firewalls

Ransomware gang Fog publishes victim IPs on Dark Web

Kaspersky has uncovered a new strategy from the Fog ransomware gang, which now exposes victim IP addresses on the Dark Web, increasing vulnerability to attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Kaspersky acclaimed for OT cybersecurity innovation in Asia
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky acclaimed for OT cybersecurity innovation in Asia

Kaspersky has been praised by VDC Research for its significant role in the Operational Technology cybersecurity market, particularly in Asia and Europe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report
Malware

Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report

A recent Kaspersky report reveals a concerning 74% rise in advanced persistent threats within companies, affecting over 25% of organisations this year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Dark web leak: 2.3 million bank cards exposed online
Malware

Dark web leak: 2.3 million bank cards exposed online

Kaspersky has revealed that 2.3 million bank cards have been leaked on the dark web due to infostealer malware, highlighting the rising cybersecurity threat.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Trojan banker attacks on Android rise 196% in 2024
Endpoint Protection

Trojan banker attacks on Android rise 196% in 2024

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a staggering 196% spike in smartphone malware attacks in 2024, with Trojan banker incidents tripling compared to last year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Kaspersky enhances partner programme for MSSPs in 2024
Customer Experience

Kaspersky enhances partner programme for MSSPs in 2024

Kaspersky has unveiled significant upgrades to its Partner Program for Managed Security Service Providers, aiming to better support evolving partner needs into 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Kaspersky uncovers malware attack in Asia-Pacific region
Malware

Kaspersky uncovers malware attack in Asia-Pacific region

Kaspersky ICS CERT has revealed a malware campaign targeting government and industrial sectors across the Asia-Pacific, exploiting legitimate online services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Cyber incidents in IT sector surge, says Kaspersky report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber incidents in IT sector surge, says Kaspersky report

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Kaspersky enhances cloud workload security with update
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky enhances cloud workload security with update

Kaspersky has unveiled a substantial upgrade to its Cloud Workload Security, enhancing forensic capabilities and boosting security for organisations amid rising cloud adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024
Malware

Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024

In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Kaspersky report reveals disparity in IT security staffing
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky report reveals disparity in IT security staffing

Kaspersky's 2024 report reveals stark contrasts in IT security staffing, with SMBs employing 33% security personnel versus 22% in larger firms, highlighting resource challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Kaspersky warns of Valentine's Day gift scam surge
Email Security

Kaspersky warns of Valentine's Day gift scam surge

Kaspersky warns of a significant rise in Valentine's Day scams, with cybercriminals exploiting the holiday by creating fake websites for enticing gifts.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
New SparkCat Trojan targets AppStore & Google Play users
Malware

New SparkCat Trojan targets AppStore & Google Play users

Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights

Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025

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Kaspersky stories

Singapore reports record cyberattacks in Southeast Asia 2024
Malware

Singapore reports record cyberattacks in Southeast Asia 2024

Kaspersky's report reveals Singapore faced over 21 million cyberattacks in 2024, ranking it 8th globally as a source of digital threats in Southeast Asia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Kaspersky partners VSTECS to boost cybersecurity in Singapore
Digital Transformation

Kaspersky partners VSTECS to boost cybersecurity in Singapore

Kaspersky has partnered with VSTECS Singapore to bolster cybersecurity for local businesses, responding to significant cyber threats in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025