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About 59.6% of enterprises in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region were hit by ransomware in 2023, according to a recent report by International Data Corp. (IDC). The market intelligence firm attributes…
A recent report from Chainalysis reveals the increasing sophistication and profitability of cryptocurrency scams in 2024. According to the 2024 Crypto Crime Mid-year Update Part 2, scammers have shifted from…
Barracuda Networks Inc., a cloud-first security solutions provider, has revealed that nearly half (44%) of foiled ransomware attacks were detected during the lateral movement stage, according to their latest Threat…
Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered new developments in the espionage activities of the BlindEagle Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group. This group, also known as APT-C-36, has…
In a previous report, the International Data Corp. (IDC), a market intelligence firm, projected that 34% of organizations in the Asia-Pacific (Apac) region might increase their investments in generative artificial…
Trend Micro Inc., a cybersecurity solutions provider, has recently announced that its cybersecurity platform, Trend Vision One, now serves over 10,000 large enterprise customers globally. With new management and operational…
According to the survey conducted by iProov, a provider of biometric identity solutions, nearly half of organizations have encountered deepfakes, and three-quarters believe that these (artificial intelligence) AI-generated threats will…
Network provider PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) have issued a warning to customers about the rise in vishing, or phishing conducted over voice calls.…
Cybersecurity solutions company Palo Alto Networks introduced its Secure AI by Design portfolio, targeting enhanced protection for (artificial intelligence) AI applications and frameworks. This new suite of tools from Palo…
A study by cybersecurity solutions provider Kaspersky, presented during its annual Cyber Security Weekend held in Sri Lanka, reveals that approximately 21% of phishing emails are now generated by AI,…
A recent report from Fortinet, a cybersecurity solutions provider, shows the challenges organizations in the Philippines face due to a shortage of cybersecurity skills. According to Fortinet’s 2024 Global Cybersecurity…
Mobile security company Appdome emphasizes the growing concern in the digital advertising landscape caused by ad fraud. While many people assume it is a singular issue, ad fraud actually comes…
Google’s security researchers has uncovered a series of cyber activities by an Iranian government-backed group, known as APT42, that aimed at compromising the personal email accounts of individuals linked to…
Ransomware groups are increasingly weaponizing stolen data to pressure their targets into paying ransoms, according to recent research by cybersecurity firm Sophos. The findings reveal that cybercriminals are no longer…
(Artificial intelligence) AI-enhanced malicious attacks have once again emerged as the top concern for enterprises, according to research and consulting firm Gartner’s latest risk survey. The Gartner survey highlights growing…
The average cost of a data breach in the Asean region has surged to a record high of $3.23 million in 2024 or a 6% increase from 2023. This finding…
Negombo, Sri Lanka – As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into digital infrastructure, new forms of supply chain attacks are anticipated. During Kaspersky’s APAC Cyber Security Weekend, Vitaly Kamluk,…
The PLDT Group, through its wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), is intensifying efforts to combat text scams. As part of this initiative, Smart has enhanced its blocking tools and…
Negombo, Sri Lanka – In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved from a niche technology to a pervasive force influencing nearly every aspect of modern life. While AI…
Negombo, Sri Lanka — Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity solutions provider, is recalibrating its strategic focus following its exit from the US market. The company is intensifying its efforts in Southeast…
A recent report by Palo Alto Networks, a cybersecurity solutions company, highlights the increasing vulnerability of industrial operations in the Philippines to cyberattacks. The “State of OT Security” report, which…
Metrobank has rolled out a new security feature, AppKey, for its mobile banking application, promising to provide customers with a faster and more secure way to complete transactions. The AppKey…
The rapid advancement and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) have made it easier for cybercriminals to deploy sophisticated attacks. Cybersecurity firm Trend Micro has reported a significant surge in…
Concern about artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced malicious attacks has once again topped research and consulting company Gartner Inc.’s list of emerging risks for enterprises in the second quarter of 2024. The…
Research from cybersecurity solutions company Kaspersky reveals that over three-quarters of cybersecurity professionals with two to five years of experience did not study information technology or computer science at college…
Kaspersky’s latest analysis reveals that nearly 25% of Wi-Fi networks set up for the upcoming Paris Olympics are either weak or unencrypted. The cybersecurity firm assessed 25,000 free Wi-Fi spots…
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology has evolved into an essential tool rather than a mere option. In an email interview with Back End News, Nathan Wenzler, chief cybersecurity strategist at Tenable,…
In response to the growing threat of cyber fraud in the Philippines, the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is set to host the “BPI Cybersecurity and Consumer Protection Conference…
Republic Act 12010, also known as the “Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act” (Afasa), has recently been signed into law. This legislation, filed by Sen. Mark Villar, seeks to protect consumers against…
A recent report from Sophos reveals that median recovery costs for ransomware attacks on the Energy and Water sectors have surged to $3 million over the past year. This figure,…
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