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Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks
Malware

Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks

Australia ranks tenth globally for cyberattack frequency, with AI fueling a rise in ransomware and extortion, Microsoft reports in its 2025 Digital Defence Review.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Preparing for tomorrow's threats today: 3 human-centric cybersecurity trends every CIO needs to know
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Preparing for tomorrow's threats today: 3 human-centric cybersecurity trends every CIO needs to know

Cyber threats surge with 31% more vulnerabilities in 2024; CIOs urged to prioritise human-centric strategies and AI-driven defences for stronger cybersecurity.

By Rory Reynolds • 6 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Whisper 2FA phishing kit targets Microsoft 365 users in Australia
Firewalls

Whisper 2FA phishing kit targets Microsoft 365 users in Australia

Whisper 2FA phishing kit targets Microsoft 365 users in Australia, employing advanced MFA interception and anti-analysis techniques in nearly one million attacks last month.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025

Global Stories

Cyber Threat stories

AI-powered phishing threats outpace business defences & SOC teams
Mobile Device Management

AI-powered phishing threats outpace business defences & SOC teams

Generative AI boosts phishing and smishing attacks, forcing businesses to rethink security as AI-driven threats outpace traditional defences and SOC teams.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Sat, 18th Oct 2025
Trend Vision One tops Forrester ranking for network security tools
Firewalls

Trend Vision One tops Forrester ranking for network security tools

Trend Micro's Trend Vision One leads Forrester's Network Analysis and Visibility ranking, excelling in threat detection and compliance monitoring.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Graylog named in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SIEM tools
Security Information and Event Management

Graylog named in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SIEM tools

Graylog has been recognised in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SIEM, marking a milestone two years after launching its security platform for enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Securonix named SIEM Leader for sixth year in 2025 Gartner report
Security Information and Event Management

Securonix named SIEM Leader for sixth year in 2025 Gartner report

Securonix has been named a Leader for the sixth consecutive year in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for SIEM, praised for its AI-driven security solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure
Ransomware

Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure

Semperis's documentary, Midnight in the War Room, unveils the human stories behind defending vital infrastructure from global cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware
Malware

North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware

A North Korean group has used blockchain-based EtherHiding to secretly deploy malware, targeting developers in tech and cryptocurrency sectors worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Bitdefender unveils standalone PHASR security for global use
Ransomware

Bitdefender unveils standalone PHASR security for global use

Bitdefender launches standalone GravityZone PHASR, a proactive endpoint security tool blocking ransomware and LOTL attacks globally without altering existing setups.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Bitsight unveils AI tool to combat phishing & brand threats
Phishing

Bitsight unveils AI tool to combat phishing & brand threats

Bitsight launches Brand Intelligence, an AI tool to detect and swiftly tackle phishing and brand threats targeting companies and executives.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Check Point earns recognition for real-time blockchain security
Blockchain

Check Point earns recognition for real-time blockchain security

Check Point secures a spot on Fast Company's Next Big Things in Tech 2025 for its real-time security solution safeguarding public blockchain platforms.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
SMEs urged to cut data & boost cyber defences as attacks rise
Data Protection

SMEs urged to cut data & boost cyber defences as attacks rise

SMEs in Australia and the UK face rising cyber threats; experts urge cutting data and boosting defences as attacks and costs escalate rapidly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Bitdefender launches GravityZone PHASR endpoint security globally
Ransomware

Bitdefender launches GravityZone PHASR endpoint security globally

Bitdefender has launched GravityZone PHASR globally, a standalone endpoint security system using behaviour-based defence to prevent ransomware and LOTL attacks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk
Cloud Security

F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk

F5 has suffered a major breach exposing BIG-IP source code and security flaws, raising global risks amid limited evidence of exploitation so far.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Cybersecurity breaches rise as risky behaviours outpace awareness
Data Protection

Cybersecurity breaches rise as risky behaviours outpace awareness

Cybersecurity breaches rose 8% in 2025, with risky behaviours and AI misuse driving threats in Australia, New Zealand and worldwide, says new survey.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

Young UK shoppers risk scams for festive gifts via AI & social
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Young UK shoppers risk scams for festive gifts via AI & social

Many young UK shoppers risk scams by using AI and social media for festive gifts, despite widespread concerns over online holiday shopping risks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025