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Cybercriminals are exploiting major events like the EUROs and Valentine's Day with phishing attacks, prompting warnings for heightened consumer vigilance.

ESET has introduced ESET HOME Security, an enhanced solution designed to combat identity theft and provide robust protection against cyber threats.

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.

Gen's latest threat report reveals a staggering 614% rise in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks' and highlights growing cybersecurity risks globally.

Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.

Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.

Experts warn that rising digitalisation fuels fraud, with AI aiding cybercriminals, prompting calls for robust security and real-time threat response.

ReliaQuest's new report reveals credential abuse is rampant, with alerts for compromised accounts reaching 75% of all issues reported in Q3 2024.

Small businesses facing increased cyber threats can now access free training through COSBOA's Cyber Wardens program to enhance their security skills.

Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

Shoppers in the UK are advised to remain vigilant over holiday discounts, as a report reveals soaring risks of digital identity theft amid festive deals.

An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.

Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.

Thirteen per cent of Australians have fallen victim to identity theft, highlighting urgent concerns over financial stability and mental health, says Norton.

New research reveals a 'cybercrime mental health crisis' in the UK, with victims losing an average of GBP £808 and suffering severe emotional distress.

Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.

Many Australian organisations can mark down 2024 as the year that IT resilience was elevated from a technology to a whole-of-business and whole-of-customer-journey conversation.

Research by Mastercard reveals deepfake scams have targeted 36% of Australians, resulting in millions in losses, with many unaware they're victims.

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.