Cyber Threat stories - Page 12

UK retail cyber attacks occur consistently year-round, not just around shopping events, exposing sensitive data of millions and challenging risk timing assumptions.

UK shoppers and retailers brace for a spike in cyberattacks this Black Friday as criminals exploit rising online spending with advanced scams.

The Chancellor's Autumn Budget faces criticism over vague AI plans, insufficient cyber focus, unclear police tech funding, and gaps in SME support.

The Shai Hulud malware attack has compromised over 19,000 GitHub repositories, rapidly spreading by stealing developer credentials from npm packages.

In 2026, CISOs will confront growing AI risks, deep-fakes, geopolitical threats, and tougher regulations, demanding new strategies for business resilience.

By 2026, AI will power fully automated cyber attacks, escalating the scale and speed of online threats, warns Trend Micro's latest forecast.

UK cyber leaders criticise Budget for lacking dedicated cybersecurity funding, risking economic growth and resilience amid rising cyber threats.

eCommerce platforms face rising AI-driven cyber threats ahead of 2025 holidays as attackers exploit vulnerabilities and stolen credentials for fraud.

Retailers face rising digital and cyber threats this Black Friday, with only 22% of sites optimised for mobile user experience amid surging online traffic.

Cybercriminals target Battlefield 6 fans with malware disguised as pirated copies and trainers, risking data theft and remote PC control, warns Bitdefender Labs.

Nearly half of UK and APAC organisations report rising software vulnerabilities are straining security teams, causing burnout, delays, and regulatory fines.

By 2026, cybercrime will industrialise with AI and automation enabling faster, large-scale attacks, making rapid defence crucial for organisations worldwide.

Wipro Ventures invests in SquareX to enhance browser security, addressing rising cyber threats with innovative detection and response technology.

Security complexity calls for frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and SonicWall solutions to build resilient defences, consolidating vendors and enhancing response.

Colt Technology Services faced a disruptive ransomware attack, highlighting critical gaps in cyber threat intelligence for vital infrastructure resilience.

Firevault partners with Sona Insurance Solutions to provide UK firms with offline data storage, enhancing protection against rising cyber threats and insurer demands.

UTS has developed CASPER AI, an assistant using AI to detect cyber threats and guide users and organisations in secure, compliant responses.

Quorum Cyber appoints four senior leaders to support global growth and strengthen its cybersecurity services across North America, the UK and beyond.

Organisations face rising risks from ungoverned non-human identities and AI demands, exposing them to cyber threats, regulatory pressure, and operational disruptions.

Redsquid has launched a 24/7 managed Security Operations Centre after acquiring Cyberseer, enhancing its cybersecurity services across the UK.