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Australia's cloud security & AI strategies to shift by 2026
Data Protection

Australia's cloud security & AI strategies to shift by 2026

By 2026, Australian organisations will prioritise digital sovereignty and distributed AI, reshaping cloud strategies to boost security and resilience amid rising AI-driven threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025

Global Stories

Cyber Threat stories

DivisionHex launches new framework to streamline exposure management
Cloud Security

DivisionHex launches new framework to streamline exposure management

DivisionHex launches a new framework leveraging Tenable One to help firms prioritise cyber exposure risks and improve security defence strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 6th Dec 2025
HP predicts surge in AI-driven cyber threats & cookie theft by 2026
Multi-factor authentication

HP predicts surge in AI-driven cyber threats & cookie theft by 2026

HP warns of rising AI-driven cyber threats by 2026, including increased cookie theft and attacks on device and identity security in organisations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 6th Dec 2025
Hack The Box launches AI cyber range & unveils red team certification
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Hack The Box launches AI cyber range & unveils red team certification

Hack The Box launches HTB AI Range, the world's first controlled AI cyber range for testing autonomous security agents in live scenarios.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 6th Dec 2025
Cyber-extortion incidents surge as criminals target small firms
Ransomware

Cyber-extortion incidents surge as criminals target small firms

Cyber-extortion incidents rose 44.5% to 19,000 victims, with small firms targeted most amid a fragmented, global cybercrime landscape, warns Orange Cyberdefense.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Panaseer launches AI-powered suite to boost cybersecurity clarity
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Panaseer launches AI-powered suite to boost cybersecurity clarity

Panaseer launches IQ Suite, an AI-powered tool that helps security teams swiftly interpret cybersecurity data and focus on high-impact risk reduction.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
AWS introduces Security Hub for unified threat detection in cloud
Hyperscale

AWS introduces Security Hub for unified threat detection in cloud

AWS has launched Security Hub, offering near real-time threat correlation and unified security insights to streamline cloud threat detection and response.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
WARP PANDA cyberespionage group targets US cloud networks
Firewalls

WARP PANDA cyberespionage group targets US cloud networks

China-linked WARP PANDA cyberespionage group targets US cloud networks, exploiting vulnerabilities in Microsoft 365, VMware, and more for sustained data access.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Attackers exploit ScreenConnect & Microsoft 365 for breaches
Firewalls

Attackers exploit ScreenConnect & Microsoft 365 for breaches

Attackers exploit unpatched ScreenConnect and Microsoft 365 credentials for unauthorised network access, raising breach risks for organisations worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Aisuru botnet drives record surge in DDoS attacks worldwide
Firewalls

Aisuru botnet drives record surge in DDoS attacks worldwide

The Aisuru botnet has caused a 54% surge in DDoS attacks, driving record highs in volume and targeting sectors from AI to automotive worldwide in Q3 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Channel partners to adopt strategic roles amid AI & security shifts
Firewalls

Channel partners to adopt strategic roles amid AI & security shifts

In 2026, IT channel partners will shift towards strategic advisory roles, guiding clients on AI adoption, integrated security, and OT compliance amid evolving demands.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
AI-powered cyberattacks & talent shortages raise security risks
Data Protection

AI-powered cyberattacks & talent shortages raise security risks

AI-driven cyberattacks and a shortage of skilled talent are set to escalate security risks, forcing UK businesses to boost defences and crisis readiness in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
Time to call up AI reinforcements in the cyber wars
DevOps

Time to call up AI reinforcements in the cyber wars

AI powered by Reinforcement Learning is revolutionising cybersecurity, enhancing vulnerability detection and cutting false positives in threat testing.

By Guy Matthews • 6 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
2026: Ushering in a new era of adaptive identity that is business-critical
Digital Transformation

2026: Ushering in a new era of adaptive identity that is business-critical

As digital risks grow in Australia, 2026 will see adaptive identity become vital for securing every access point against advanced threats, including AI-driven attacks.

By Nam Lam • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
AI seen as an aid not a threat as cyber skills gap widens
Firewalls

AI seen as an aid not a threat as cyber skills gap widens

A survey reveals most cybersecurity pros see AI as a tool to aid their work amid rising breaches and a global shortfall of 4.7 million security experts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
AI, zero trust & new work patterns set 2026 security agenda
Network Infrastructure

AI, zero trust & new work patterns set 2026 security agenda

AI advances, zero-trust security, and evolving work habits are set to reshape cybersecurity challenges and strategies in 2026 across Asia-Pacific.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

Orient Technologies opens Turbe centre with AI-powered SOC & NOC
Security Information and Event Management

Orient Technologies opens Turbe centre with AI-powered SOC & NOC

Orient Technologies has launched a new Turbe centre in Navi Mumbai, featuring AI-powered SOC and NOC to enhance 24/7 IT monitoring and cybersecurity services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025