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Barracuda warns of surge in advanced phishing email threats

Barracuda warns of three new global phishing threats exploiting calendar invites, ShareFile, and voicemail alerts to bypass security and steal credentials.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025

Firewalls

Barracuda: One in five firms faces monthly email account attacks

Barracuda's 2025 Email Threats Report finds attackers now hide malicious links in attachments, urging use of AI to detect rising phishing and account takeovers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025

Firewalls

Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report

A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025

Firewalls

World Backup Day highlights crucial data protection needs

World Backup Day on 31 March highlights the necessity for organisations to back up vital data, including identity management systems like Microsoft Entra ID.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025

Firewalls

Peter Alexander named new CMO at Barracuda Networks

Barracuda Networks has appointed Peter Alexander as Chief Marketing Officer to lead its market growth strategy and enhance cybersecurity solutions amid rising demand.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025

Firewalls

Why email security needs automated incident response

As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.

By Matt Caffrey • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025

Firewalls

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

Firewalls

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

Firewalls

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

Firewalls

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

Firewalls

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

Firewalls

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

Malware

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

Firewalls

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

EduTech

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

EduTech

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

Firewalls

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

Malware

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