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Cyber risk report highlights decline in Australia malware
Ransomware

Cyber risk report highlights decline in Australia malware

A new report by Trend Micro reveals a significant decline in Australia's Cyber Risk Index score, reflecting improved resilience against malware threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

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Why is ransomware still a thing in 2025?
Malware

Why is ransomware still a thing in 2025?

Ransomware persists in 2025 as attackers exploit easy targets, with cybercrime losses hitting USD $16.6 billion despite soaring cybersecurity investments.

By Christiaan Beek • 7 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Malware

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming

New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Chris Boyd • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk
Ransomware

AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk

A report by Delinea reveals a troubling rise in cyber attacks amid growing vulnerabilities in AI, highlighting that 97% of organisations expose non-human identities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Malware

Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group

Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Ransomware attacks rise 50% in February, Cl0p leads surge
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks rise 50% in February, Cl0p leads surge

Ransomware attacks surged by 50% in February, totalling 886 incidents, with cyber gang Cl0p responsible for 37%, according to NCC Group's report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape
Firewalls

LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape

Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit reveals a marked shift in the ransomware landscape, with LockBit's influence waning amidst coordinated law enforcement efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers
Unified Communications

US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers

The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Cyber report reveals record 5,263 ransomware attacks
Ransomware

Cyber report reveals record 5,263 ransomware attacks

A record 5,263 ransomware attacks were documented in 2024, according to NCC Group, raising serious concerns over cyber security vulnerabilities worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k
Data Protection

Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k

A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Ransomware attacks soared in 2024, new groups emerge
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks soared in 2024, new groups emerge

ReliaQuest's latest analysis reveals a 43% rise in ransomware victims in Q4 2024, with 13 new groups emerging, including Akira, which named 71 victims in December.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
Firewalls

Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report

A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Ransomware report reveals evolving threat landscape in 2024
Malware

Ransomware report reveals evolving threat landscape in 2024

Dragos's latest report reveals a vibrant ransomware landscape for Q3 2024, marked by emerging groups, shifting tactics, and significant operational disruptions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends
Malware

2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends

Rapid7's analysis of the 2024 cyber threat landscape reveals alarming trends in ransomware and vulnerability exploits impacting organisations worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test
Ransomware

Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test

Check Point Software's Infinity XDR/XPR solution achieved a remarkable 100% detection rate in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations, showcasing its effectiveness.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
Malware

Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024

ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
SentinelLabs uncovers CyberVolk hacktivist operations
Malware

SentinelLabs uncovers CyberVolk hacktivist operations

SentinelLabs has unveiled a report on CyberVolk, detailing the hacktivist group's ransomware activities and connections within the cybercrime ecosystem.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

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