NEW YORK – The growing security threat posed by artificial intelligence is no longer surprising. Whether it’s targeting billions of Gmail users, bank accounts, or individuals via sophisticated smartphone scams, the danger is real, so much so that the FBI has issued formal warnings. Now, however, one AI-powered chatbot appears to be explicitly designed for...Read More
Palo Alto Networks has released its first cybersecurity benchmark study for mid-market organisations in the Asia-Pacific and Japan region, highlighting increased investments but ongoing challenges in AI adoption and resilience. The “2025 Cybersecurity Resilience in Mid-Market Organisations” report surveyed more than 2,800 organisations across 12 countries and various industries. The findings show that while cybersecurity...Read More
Ransomware has emerged as one of the digital age’s most pervasive and financially devastating cyber threats. In 2024, organizations globally faced unprecedented challenges, with 59% reporting ransomware attacks in the past year, a 13% increase over five years. The average cost of these incidents soared to $1.85 million, while median ransom payments skyrocketed from $199,000...Read More
The 193 UN Member States adopted, by consensus, the historic Convention against Cybercrime – the first of its kind following five years of negotiations. Here are five key reasons why this landmark agreement matters for people everywhere: A critical tool for a growing threat In 2023, 67.4 per cent of the world’s population accessed...Read More
stock.adobe.com/LisLud The UN’s 193 Member States adopted a historic, legally binding agreement on cybercrime on 24 December 2024, capping five years of negotiations. Here are five key points on why the Convention matters for the world. 1. A new tool for a growing threat Some 67.4 per cent of the world’s population accessed the...Read More
Cybersecurity researchers have exposed what they say is an “industrial-scale, global cryptocurrency phishing operation” engineered to steal digital assets from cryptocurrency wallets for several years. The campaign has been codenamed FreeDrain by threat intelligence firms SentinelOne and Validin. “FreeDrain uses SEO manipulation, free-tier web services (like gitbook.io, webflow.io, and github.io), and layered redirection techniques to...Read More
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, today launched its inaugural AI Security Report at RSA Conference 2025. This report offers an in-depth exploration of how cyber criminals are weaponizing artificial intelligence (AI), alongside strategic insights for defenders to stay ahead. As AI reshapes industries, it...Read More
Cybersecurity specialists have devised an innovative approach to combat an emerging cybercrime called “PigButchering” on the Telegram platform. This form of cyber fraud involves scammers cultivating false relationships with victims over time, much like fattening a pig for slaughter, only to deceive and defraud them at the opportune moment. Digital Sleuths and the Cyber Swindle...Read More
African airlines are facing a significant threat from cybercrime, with millions lost annually to payment fraud. A recent report by Visa in collaboration with the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) sheds light on the vulnerabilities facing these airlines and offers solutions to address the issue, ultimately boosting revenue and improving passenger payments. Michael Berner, Head of...Read More
From the convergence of cybercrime and nation-state espionage to the strategic misuse of trusted platforms like Microsoft Azure and SaaS APIs, the cybersecurity landscape has grown more complex than ever in 2024. SentinelLABS has been at the forefront of these challenges, analyzing trends, uncovering campaigns, and equipping organizations with actionable intelligence. In this post, we...Read More
