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Identity-related security remains a core challenge for Australia's finance sector
Multi-factor authentication

Identity-related security remains a core challenge for Australia's finance sector

Identity-related security, including credential compromises and third-party risks, remains a top challenge for Australia's finance sector after six years under APRA's CPS 234.

By Scott Hesford • 5 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Australian insurers lag global peers as AI & cyber risks surge
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian insurers lag global peers as AI & cyber risks surge

Australian insurers trail global peers by 6.6% in risk preparedness, struggling with AI, cyber threats and rising political pressures, PwC Australia warns.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Australian retailers face holiday surge in cyber scams & threats
Ransomware

Australian retailers face holiday surge in cyber scams & threats

Australian retailers brace for a spike in cyber scams and sophisticated attacks exploiting the busy holiday shopping season, warns cybersecurity experts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Australian retailers face rising cyber threats as Black Friday nears
DevOps

Australian retailers face rising cyber threats as Black Friday nears

Australian retailers face rising cyber threats ahead of Black Friday, with fraud and losses surging as online shopping peaks during the holiday sales period.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Experteq CEO outlines data and AI priorities
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Experteq CEO outlines data and AI priorities

Expert Tech CEO Pat Murphy highlights AI's key role in enhancing security and compliance for Australia's mutual banks amid rising cyber threats and cost pressures.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
How MSSPs are strengthening healthcare defences against cyber threats
Data Protection

How MSSPs are strengthening healthcare defences against cyber threats

Healthcare organisations face rising cyber threats, prompting greater reliance on MSSPs for 24/7 defence and rapid response to protect patient data and operations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Cyber Threat stories

AI-powered cybercrime to become fully automated by 2026
Malware

AI-powered cybercrime to become fully automated by 2026

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season
Virtual Private Networks

eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season

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

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Retailers face digital & cyber threats in Black Friday season
Endpoint Protection

Retailers face digital & cyber threats in Black Friday season

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

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Battlefield 6 fans targeted by malware hidden in fake game files
Malware

Battlefield 6 fans targeted by malware hidden in fake game files

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

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
LevelBlue enhances global cybersecurity with Cybereason acquisition
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

LevelBlue enhances global cybersecurity with Cybereason acquisition

LevelBlue has acquired Cybereason, boosting global cybersecurity with AI-powered detection, extended response, and enhanced services, especially in Japan.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush
Multi-factor authentication

Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush

Retailers and shoppers brace for rising cyber threats as Black Friday and Cyber Monday prompt a surge in online transactions and security vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Rising software vulnerabilities strain security teams & budgets
Data Protection

Rising software vulnerabilities strain security teams & budgets

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

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Inside the industrialisation of cybercrime: What to expect in 2026
Firewalls

Inside the industrialisation of cybercrime: What to expect in 2026

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

By Derek Manky • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Ransomware attacks surge in Australia & New Zealand on holidays
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks surge in Australia & New Zealand on holidays

Ransomware attacks in Australia and New Zealand spike during holidays and weekends, exploiting reduced cybersecurity staffing to disrupt organisations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Advanced security suite
Disaster Recovery

Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Advanced security suite

Norton 360 Advanced secures up to ten devices with AI-driven scam protection, offering antivirus, VPN, identity monitoring and deepfake alerts across platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Cybersecurity leaders criticise UK budget for neglecting resilience
Ransomware

Cybersecurity leaders criticise UK budget for neglecting resilience

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

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025