Cyber attacks stories - Page 24

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.

As cyber threats surge, Simon Pamplin of Certes calls for a radical shift to data-centric security, emphasising the inadequacy of traditional defence models.

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

As hackers exploit vulnerabilities in Gen AI prompt fields, organisations face mounting security challenges and must adopt innovative measures to safeguard their systems.

Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.

A strategic partnership between Sophos and Pax8 will enhance the cybersecurity offerings for over 40,000 Managed Service Providers, streamlining solution management.

Following a ransomware attack on HCRG Care Group, Semperis' Jeff Wichman has highlighted the major risk for healthcare organisations.

A report by HackerOne reveals security leaders' doubts over traditional ROI metrics, introducing Return on Mitigation to better assess cybersecurity investments.

A new report by Everfox reveals a major shift towards preventative cybersecurity strategies in US and UK regulated sectors, with 97% of organisations facing cyber incidents.

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

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.

A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.

N-able's Managed Detection and Response solution has successfully thwarted a cyberattack on Ventnor City's Police Department, highlighting the urgent need for robust security.

Companies of all sizes must dispel cybersecurity myths that jeopardise data, warns IDS-INDATA, as cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.

A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.

AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.

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

SafeBreach has launched its innovative exposure validation platform, designed to enhance enterprise cybersecurity through insights and proactive risk management.