Threat actors stories
AI reshapes cyber threats as experts warn on automation
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AI will transform cyber threats by 2026, experts say, but warn over-automation and legacy systems could imperil critical infrastructure.
AI-native attacks drive shift to continuous cyber tests
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AI-native cyber attacks and synthetic IDs are forcing firms to shift from periodic checks to continuous, AI-driven security testing by 2026.
Fake Leonardo DiCaprio torrent spreads Agent Tesla trojan
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Fake torrents of Leonardo DiCaprio film One Battle After Another are spreading Agent Tesla malware that hijacks Windows PCs, experts warn.
CrowdStrike hits 100% in latest MITRE cross-domain tests
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CrowdStrike’s Falcon platform scores 100% detection and protection with no false positives in MITRE’s toughest cross-domain ATT&CK tests yet.
GhostFrame iframe phishing kit powers 1m attacks
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GhostFrame phishing kit has fuelled over 1m iframe-powered attacks since September, using hidden pages and anti-inspection tricks to evade defences.
AI agents to transform enterprise, retail & security by 2026
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AI agents are tipped to sweep through enterprises, shops and security by 2026, automating work, reshaping retail and redefining digital trust.
AI-driven cyber wars to reshape security in 2026
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AI-powered attackers and defenders will clash in 2026, driving autonomous breaches, VPN failures and stricter rules that reshape cyber security.
Microsoft patches Windows zero-day & risky Office flaws
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Microsoft fixes a Windows zero-day used in attacks and Office flaws that can execute code when emails are merely received or previewed.
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.
SonicWall acts after backup breach as state actors target cloud files
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SonicWall confirmed state actors accessed backup cloud files via an API, prompting swift investigation and enhanced security for partners and customers.
The power of cybersecurity dashboards in modern risk management
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Cybersecurity dashboards reveal hidden system risks, providing real-time data to prioritise and rapidly fix vulnerabilities in today’s complex digital environments.
AI-driven cyber attacks surge, outpacing security defences
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AI-driven cyber attacks are escalating rapidly, outpacing traditional defences and forcing security teams to adopt advanced AI tools to keep pace.
Three hidden risks in your AI stack and what to do about them
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Rapid AI adoption in APJ exposes firms to hidden risks like shadow AI, API vulnerabilities, and leaked credentials, demanding better governance and security.
Iran-linked cyber spies blend tactics to target US policy experts
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Iran-linked cyber spies have combined tactics from multiple hacking groups in a new phishing campaign targeting US experts on Iranian politics and the IRGC.
Curly COMrades abuse Hyper-V for covert malware operations in VMs
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Curly COMrades exploit Microsoft Hyper-V to run hidden malware inside lightweight VMs, evading detection and maintaining stealthy control over targets.
Ransom payment rates drop to historic low as attackers adapt
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Ransom payments fell to a historic low of 23% in Q3 2025 as cyber extortion tactics shift towards targeted, costlier attacks on larger firms.
Overconfidence threatens supply chain cyber security resilience
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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Despite 94% public sector confidence in handling supply chain cyberattacks, nearly half faced breaches last year, revealing a troubling gap in resilience.
Ransomware groups surge as automation cuts attack time to 18 mins
Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Automation and AI slash ransomware attack times to 18 minutes, challenging defenders to match speed with automated defences, says ReliaQuest report.
Ransomware’s business model reshapes costs as cybercrime hits USD $10.5 trillion
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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Ransomware has evolved into a profit-centric business, driving cybercrime costs to USD $10.5 trillion and reshaping global cybersecurity risks and responses.
Expel Intel launches to deliver actionable threat intelligence insights
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Expel has launched Expel Intel, a new team providing actionable cyber threat insights based on real-world incidents to help security teams improve defences.