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Protecting against the cost and impact of cyber crime
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Protecting against the cost and impact of cyber crime

Australian companies face a rising tide of cybercrime, with 47% hit by attacks last year, costing an average of AUD $4.1 million in damages and disruptions.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024

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Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024
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Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024

A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Barracuda enhances email protection against cyber threats
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Barracuda enhances email protection against cyber threats

Barracuda has unveiled major upgrades to its Email Protection service, enhancing security measures and deployment options to better combat evolving cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Barracuda unveils advanced email protection enhancements
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Barracuda unveils advanced email protection enhancements

Barracuda Networks unveils enhancements to its Email Protection, providing organisations with improved security options to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
The top cybersecurity predictions for businesses in 2025
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The top cybersecurity predictions for businesses in 2025

As cyber threats evolve, businesses must brace for a surge in sophisticated attacks in 2025, leveraging AI and advanced tactics to bypass traditional security.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks
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Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks

Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Infinigate Cloud launches Barracuda email protection plan
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Infinigate Cloud launches Barracuda email protection plan

Infinigate Cloud has launched a subscription-based service for Barracuda's Email Protection and Cloud Backup solutions, enhancing cybersecurity for channel partners.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI impersonation scam targets ChatGPT subscription users
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AI impersonation scam targets ChatGPT subscription users

Barracuda Networks has uncovered a phishing campaign where attackers impersonated OpenAI, misleading businesses into updating ChatGPT payment details.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Barracuda unveils partner engineer community & program updates
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Barracuda unveils partner engineer community & program updates

Barracuda Networks has launched a Partner Sales Engineer Community and advanced its Partner Success Program to enhance technical expertise and partner collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Cybercriminals exploit content platforms for phishing attacks
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Cybercriminals exploit content platforms for phishing attacks

Cybercriminals exploit popular content platforms to launch sophisticated phishing attacks, targeting users in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Content platforms exploited for phishing attacks, warns Barracuda
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Content platforms exploited for phishing attacks, warns Barracuda

Barracuda reveals cybercriminals exploiting content platforms for phishing, targeting educational institutions and businesses worldwide with deceitful emails.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Barracuda study shows healthcare sector most targeted by ransomware
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Barracuda study shows healthcare sector most targeted by ransomware

New research by Barracuda Networks shows 44% of foiled ransomware attacks detected during lateral movement. Healthcare remains top target, up to 21% of incidents.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Barracuda exposes advanced phishing attacks with new malware
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Barracuda exposes advanced phishing attacks with new malware

Barracuda Networks reports a new wave of phishing attacks using advanced “infostealer” malware that exfiltrates extensive sensitive data, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Email threats never stop evolving – these are the latest trends to know about
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Email threats never stop evolving – these are the latest trends to know about

Email threats are evolving, with phishing attacks becoming faster and more sophisticated. Latest data shows conversation hijacking up 70% since 2022.

By Matt Caffrey • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses
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Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses

New research from Barracuda shows larger firms face more lateral phishing threats, while smaller companies are hit harder by external phishing and extortion.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024
Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size
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Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size

A new report from Barracuda reveals stark differences in cyber attack tactics, with larger firms facing 42% of lateral phishing threats compared to just 2% for smaller businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks
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Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks

Cybercriminals are leveraging legitimate URL protection services to disguise phishing attacks, targeting hundreds of companies, reports Barracuda Networks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks
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Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks

Barracuda Networks reveals cybercriminals are exploiting URL protection services to embed malicious code in phishing emails, deceiving recipients into clicking harmful links.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024