Cyber attacks stories - Page 46

More than 50% of financial professionals see cyber security as a high risk, but two-thirds lack a proper plan.

WatchGuard's Internet Security Report for Q4 2018 also finds growing use of a new sextortion phishing malware customised to individual victims.

Despite robust defences, companies are vulnerable to lateral moves in Active Directory by cybercriminals who exploit social engineering and malware.

Issues range from SaaS infections  to SMBs that don’t report ransomware attacks to the appropriate authorities, and much more.

Findings from Check Point's new report reveal a concerning trend as cybercrime grows increasingly well-managed and accessible.

Fujitsu has developed an AI that supposedly automatically determines whether action needs to be taken in response to a cyber attack.

Australian businesses need to take cybersecurity more seriously as their attitudes and awareness don't match up to evolving threats.

New Zealand and UK blame Russian government for cyber attacks on political institutions, businesses, sports bodies, and media.

Over 40% of ICS computers faced cyber attacks in H1 2018, with Vietnam, Algeria, and Sri Lanka most impacted, says Kaspersky Lab report.

Small businesses in Australia are at risk of cyber attacks but most are unaware of the threat, according to research by Deakin University.

One of the biggest challenges in the fight against ransomware is that there are thousands of variants; tiny pieces of code used over and over again.

China, North Korea, and Russia are operationalising and supporting advanced cyber militias, says Carbon Black report.

Data breach at Mega exposes 15,000 users' login details due to reused passwords and credential stuffing attacks.

Singapore's Cyber Security Agency highlights a surge in disruption-focused cyber threats in 2017, urging stronger defences amid rising cybercrime cases.

With every major cyber attack comes the question of who exactly was behind it - and if that attack was condoned or even sponsored by nation-states.

Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, leadership from the board has never been higher or a more pressing priority.

A malware called RedDawn used Google Play to apparently target North Korean defectors, according to security firm McAfee.

Cyber attacks can have an impact on stalled operations, disrupted supply chains, class-action lawsuits, and permanent brand damage.

Asia Pacific will experience a 36% CAGR for botnet detection solutions and services, exceeding growth rates in North America and Europe.

The Australia-backed Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now live, uniting cybersecurity teams from 14 Pacific nations to bolster regional security.