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Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
Malware

Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024

NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
Encryption

Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead

Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Ransomware attacks rise by 19% in October according to NCC Group
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks rise by 19% in October according to NCC Group

Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
eBPF Foundation unveils security threat model & audit
Supply Chain

eBPF Foundation unveils security threat model & audit

The eBPF Foundation has unveiled two reports on eBPF security, including a threat model and a verifier code audit, aiming to enhance safe deployment.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Record $75m ransom amid rise in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

Record $75m ransom amid rise in ransomware attacks

Ransomware attacks surged by 14% in August, with 450 incidents reported. RansomHub led with 72 attacks, and a record ransom of USD$75 million was paid.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Ransomware attacks rise 20% in July, industrial sectors hit hardest
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks rise 20% in July, industrial sectors hit hardest

Ransomware attacks surged by 20% in July, targeting critical sectors like industry and healthcare, reports NCC Group, with North America facing 220 incidents.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Ransomware attacks surged 20% in July global report reveals
Cybersecurity

Ransomware attacks surged 20% in July global report reveals

Ransomware attacks soared by 20% in July, driven by reduced holiday staffing, with the industry sector hardest hit, an NCC Group report reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
AppOmni appoints Joel Wallenstrom as new General Manager
Software-as-a-Service

AppOmni appoints Joel Wallenstrom as new General Manager

AppOmni appoints Joel Wallenstrom as General Manager to spearhead its SaaS security initiatives, integrating Product, Engineering, and Customer Success disciplines.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024

Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Global ransomware attacks drop in June as law enforcement intensifies
Ransomware

Global ransomware attacks drop in June as law enforcement intensifies

Global ransomware attacks dropped below this year's average in June for the first time in 2024, with 331 incidents amid increased law enforcement pressure.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Cyber Security experts respond to global IT outage
Supply Chain

Cyber Security experts respond to global IT outage

It comes after a major IT outage linked to a Windows security update stopped essential services around the world, causing significant disruption.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
Cyber threat concerns heightened following Linux vulnerability
Phishing

Cyber threat concerns heightened following Linux vulnerability

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in OpenSSH affecting almost all Linux systems, further accentuating the rise of security vulnerabilities for every industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
NCC Group reports 665% surge in LockBit ransomware attacks
Ransomware

NCC Group reports 665% surge in LockBit ransomware attacks

LockBit ransomware group sees a 665% surge, recording 176 attacks in May 2024, leading a spike in global ransomware activity, reports NCC Group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Record ransomware attacks in March 2024, report finds
Health Technologies

Record ransomware attacks in March 2024, report finds

Ransomware attacks hit a record high in March 2024, reflecting a rising trend despite an 8% YoY decrease, with North America and Europe being prime targets.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024
Ransomware attacks rise by 46% in February 2024, finds NCC Group
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks rise by 46% in February 2024, finds NCC Group

Escalating ransomware attacks surged by 46% in February 2024, marking 416 cases, according to NCC Group's Threat Intelligence team. Industrials, consumer cyclicals and non-cyclicals are top targets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
January sees three-year high in ransomware attacks across the globe
Artificial Intelligence

January sees three-year high in ransomware attacks across the globe

Despite a 27% drop from December 2023, January 2024 saw a three-year high in ransomware attacks, reflecting a year-on-year rise. NCC Group's analysis shows Lockbit remains the top perpetrator.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Ransomware attacks surged by 45% in 2023, report finds
Health Technologies

Ransomware attacks surged by 45% in 2023, report finds

Ransomware attacks surged by 45% YoY in 2023, hugely exceeding initial predictions, despite a December downturn.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
Surge in ransomware attacks surpasses yearly predictions
Supply Chain

Surge in ransomware attacks surpasses yearly predictions

Unprecedented surge in global ransomware attacks in 2023 outstrips yearly prediction, according to NCC Group report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023

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