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Cyber Threat stories - Page 2

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WARP PANDA cyberespionage group targets US cloud networks

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

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Attackers exploit unpatched ScreenConnect and Microsoft 365 credentials for unauthorised network access, raising breach risks for organisations worldwide.
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Aisuru botnet drives record surge in DDoS attacks worldwide

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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.
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AI-driven threats to reshape digital identity & cyber risks by 2026

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By 2026, AI-driven deepfakes and cyber threats will transform digital identity, forcing firms to adopt continuous verification and quantum-safe cryptography.
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Channel partners to adopt strategic roles amid AI & security shifts

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In 2026, IT channel partners will shift towards strategic advisory roles, guiding clients on AI adoption, integrated security, and OT compliance amid evolving demands.
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AI-powered cyberattacks & talent shortages raise security risks

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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.
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Time to call up AI reinforcements in the cyber wars

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AI powered by Reinforcement Learning is revolutionising cybersecurity, enhancing vulnerability detection and cutting false positives in threat testing.
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2026: Ushering in a new era of adaptive identity that is business-critical

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

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

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

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AI advances, zero-trust security, and evolving work habits are set to reshape cybersecurity challenges and strategies in 2026 across Asia-Pacific.
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Australian firms embed AI at the core of new cybersecurity era

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Australian firms are rapidly embedding AI in cybersecurity, with 91% now using it to boost threat detection, response, and operations amid rising AI-driven attacks.
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Australia's cloud security & AI strategies to shift by 2026

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By 2026, Australian organisations will prioritise digital sovereignty and distributed AI, reshaping cloud strategies to boost security and resilience amid rising AI-driven threats.
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Exclusive: Check Point warns SMEs on rising cyber risk

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Australian firms face a rising cyber threat as AI and expanding digital footprints fuel ransomware attacks, with risks expected to surge up to 40% in 2024.
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Exclusive: Cohesity's James Blake warns on rising ransomware risks

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Ransomware attacks cost Australian organisations AUD $42 billion annually, urging a shift from prevention to pragmatic cyber resilience amid rising threats.
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DDoS attacks on AI firms surge 347% amid rising public scrutiny

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DDoS attacks targeting AI firms surged 347% in Sept 2025 amid rising public scrutiny and regulatory concerns in the UK.
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Exclusive: SecurEnvoy's Michael Downs on MFA gaps and rising attack risks

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SecurEnvoy says flexible, phishing-resistant MFA is becoming essential as attackers increasingly exploit human error and regulatory pressure intensifies.
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Kroll partners with CrowdStrike to boost global MDR protection

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Kroll and CrowdStrike partner to enhance global MDR services, migrating 500,000+ endpoints to AI-driven Falcon platform for faster cyber threat response.
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CrowdStrike surpasses USD $1 billion AWS sales, wins top awards

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CrowdStrike surpasses USD $1 billion in AWS Marketplace sales and wins top AWS global and regional security partner awards in 2025.
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Agentic AI, quantum risks & evolving threats to define 2026

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KnowBe4 predicts agentic AI, quantum computing, and cybercrime evolution will reshape global cybersecurity and workforce practices in 2026.