Cyber Threat stories - Page 1

WiseBee has raised USD $2.5 million to enhance its AI-driven cyber defence platform, targeting mid-sized firms across Europe and the US.

Black Kite has launched its Adversary Susceptibility Index to help firms spot which suppliers are most exposed to specific cyber threat actors, enhancing risk management.

Picus Security and ThreatConnect launch a new module that quantifies cyber risk in monetary terms using real-world attack simulations and financial modelling.

DDoS attacks in APAC have surged 364% year-on-year, driven by AI and hacktivists, with service providers and government bodies as prime targets.

Emerging tech in critical infrastructure boosts automation but widens cyber risks, with attacks targeting unified platforms and unencrypted OT protocols.

AI reshapes cyber defence, with firms battling human error and rising AI-driven attacks while leveraging predictive tools for threat detection and prevention.

Emerging cyber threats in 2025, including AI-driven attacks and ransomware, target healthcare and industry, with breach costs soaring to USD $5.3 million.

Malware complexity has surged 127% as legacy defences miss threats, revealing one in fourteen ‘safe’ files was actually malicious, OPSWAT reports.

Accenture warns 97% of Australian firms lack readiness against AI-driven cyber threats, far exceeding the 90% global average, risking costly breaches and data loss.

Approov has raised GBP £5 million to enhance its mobile app security, aiming to protect apps and APIs against evolving cyber threats including AI-driven attacks.

Gurucul launches AI-SOC Analyst to cut alert triage time by 83%, enhancing cybersecurity centres with AI-powered automation and human-led insight.

The European cybersecurity market grew 13% in H1 2025, driven by AI threats, regulatory demands, and major deals like Palo Alto's $25bn CyberArk bid.

SquareX launches two open-source toolkits to help security teams simulate and defend against browser-based attacks that evade traditional enterprise defences.

Abnormal AI unveils an enhanced Security Posture Management solution, using AI to protect and prioritise risks in Microsoft 365 environments.

ManageEngine’s Shield NXG2025 cybersecurity seminars tour five Australian cricket stadiums this August, blending cricket themes with IAM and SIEM insights.

Eightcap's new AI-powered Eightswarm SOC cuts cyber threat detection time to under 50 seconds, slashing security costs for SMEs by up to 80%.

Netcraft reports a surge in AI-driven phishing, quishing, and brand impersonation attacks, pushing firms to boost cyber defences before 2025.

Pentera has launched AI-powered Web Attack Testing to help organisations better simulate cyber threats and enhance defences against evolving AI-driven attacks.

Security budget growth slows to 4% in 2025, the lowest in five years, amid economic volatility and staffing challenges, says IANS Research report.

Trend Micro launches AI-powered Digital Twin technology to help enterprises predict and simulate cyber threats, enhancing security without risking production systems.