BPI warns against rise in executive phishing attacks
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has issued a warning to companies and the public about the rise in executive phishing attacks, commonly known as whaling. This form of…
Kaspersky reveals critical flaws in ZKTeco biometric terminals
Cybersecurity solutions provider Kaspersky has revealed a series of vulnerabilities in the hybrid biometric terminals produced by ZKTeco, an international security device manufacturer. These flaws, discovered during a routine assessment…
Kaspersky: 85% of companies using containers face cybersecurity incidents
A new study by cybersecurity solutions provider Kaspersky reveals that 85% of companies utilizing container development methods, such as Kubernetes, have faced cybersecurity incidents in the past year. The study,…
Palo Alto Networks observes increase in AI-enabled attacks
According to cybersecurity solutions provider Palo Alto Networks, ransomware continues to be a formidable security challenge for organizations in the Asean region. This issue is further exacerbated by the advent…
Sophos report unveils complex espionage campaigns in SEA
In its latest report, Sophos has uncovered a complex web of cyber espionage campaigns targeting a high-level government entity in Southeast Asia (SEA). The investigation, detailed in “Operation Crimson Palace:…
Kaspersky: Organizations face hiring challenges in security due to expertise shortage
Despite the increasing cyber threats and expanding attack surfaces, Kaspersky found that 71% of organizations in Southeast Asia (SEA) are experiencing hiring challenges. As attacks become more frequent and sophisticated,…
Insurtech firm discovermarket launches cyber insurance
Switzerland-based insurtech firm discovermarket has unveiled its entry into the Philippine market through a collaboration with Globe. The partnership aims to introduce embedded Personal Cyber Insurance, targeting Globe’s Platinum subscribers.…
Leaders call for unified action against cyber threats across Asia
The Asean-Japan Cybersecurity Technical Working Group’s joint meeting emphasized the need for comprehensive collaboration between government and private sector organizations to combat cyber threats in Asia. “A harmonious whole-of-Asia and…
Commvault: Asean organizations struggle with cyber resilience and data recovery
In its latest report, Commvault, a data protection and cyber resilience solutions provider, reveals that 71% of organizations in six Southeast Asian countries — Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand,…
Smart warns public about SMS scams
Smart, the wireless unit of PLDT, has issued a warning to the public regarding a new SMS scam targeting customers. The fraudulent messages urge recipients to redeem their loyalty points…
Kaspersky: 59% of geo-distributed firms face monthly network issues
A recent report by cybersecurity solutions provider Kaspersky reveals that 59% of geographically distributed businesses experience network issues, such as outages, lost connections, and poor service performance, at least once…
Trend Micro highlights how generative AI is influencing cyber fraud
Trend Micro, a cybersecurity solutions provider, detailed how generative AI (GenAI) is transforming cyber fraud techniques, particularly phishing and impersonation using deep fakes. Trend Micro’s latest research underscores the increasing…
Sophos: Damage to reputation prevents victims from reporting ransomware attacks
Reputational damage and impact on business are some of the factors preventing organizations from reporting any cyberattack to law enforcement agencies, according to a report by cybersecurity solutions provider Sophos.…
TransUnion: Suspected digital fraud in PH surpasses global average in 2023
According to the TransUnion 2024 State of Omnichannel Fraud Report, 8.3% of all digital transactions involving consumers in the Philippines were suspected of digital fraud in 2023. This rate is…
PLDT Home equips fiber subscribers with Kaspersky Premium Security
PLDT Home is partnering with ICT supplier Questronix Corp. to bring Kaspersky security solutions to its fiber subscribers. This initiative responds to the increasing cyber threats affecting Filipinos, highlighting the…
Kaspersky highlights the key role of educators in enhancing cyber education
A recent white paper by Kaspersky, a cybersecurity solutions provider, found that educators who practice proper cyber hygiene are more confident in teaching students how to identify suspicious sources and…
Fortinet reveals faster exploitation of vulnerabilities in latest report
The latest semiannual report from Fortinet, a global cybersecurity firm, reveals a significant acceleration in the exploitation of newly publicized vulnerabilities. The “2H 2023 Global Threat Landscape Report” from FortiGuard…
GCash joins DICT in holding cybersecurity learning sessions
The Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT), through its sub-agency Cybercrime Investigation and Coordination Center (CICC) and in partnership with finance app GCash, conducted a learning session for cyber…
Every third cyber incident was due to ransomware, Kaspersky reports
Ahead of International Anti-Ransomware Day on May 12, Kaspersky‘s latest research reveals a concerning trend in the global cybersecurity landscape, with ransomware attacks accounting for every third cyber incident in…
Sophos: Ransom payments surge as cyber threats persist
The latest data from Sophos, a cybersecurity solutions provider, show a staggering 500% increase in average ransom payments over the past year. According to the “State of Ransomware 2024” survey,…
Trend Micro reports 10% rise in blocked cyber threats in 2023
Trend Micro Inc., a cybersecurity solutions firm, has disclosed a 10% yearly uptick in the total number of threats intercepted in 2023, as outlined in its recent publication, “Calibrating Expansion:…
Microsoft’s AI training initiative targets 2.5 million in Asean
Microsoft has unveiled plans to equip 2.5 million individuals across Asean member states with essential AI (artificial intelligence) skills by 2025. The initiative, announced by the tech giant, aims to…
Fortinet: Security concerns persist with multi-cloud adoption
Based on the latest report from Fortinet, a cybersecurity solutions provider, approximately 78% of organizations are embracing hybrid and multi-cloud approaches. Among these, 43% adopt a hybrid model combining cloud…
Kaspersky reveals email is primary gateway for phishing attacks
Phishing attacks persist as a significant threat to businesses, with cybercriminals employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to exploit vulnerabilities. Kaspersky, a cybersecurity firm, responds to this pressing issue by unveiling the…
Blackpanda: Email breaches are major source of cyber risk
Compromised assets or email breaches rank among the top three major vulnerabilities discovered by Blackpanda, a digital forensics and cybersecurity company, in its inaugural study. The other two are exposed…
Commvault bolsters cyber resilience solutions with Appranix acquisition
Commvault, a cyber resilience and data protection solutions provider for the hybrid cloud, has acquired Appranix, a cloud cyber resilience company. This acquisition aims to equip enterprises with enhanced capabilities…
Fortinet shares security tips for safe online shopping
In the wake of increasing cyber threats, particularly phishing and ransomware, consumers are urged to adopt essential cybersecurity practices to safeguard their online activities. The 2023 Fortinet-IDC Asia-Pacific SecOps Survey…
Fortinet and Samsung Heavy Industries partner to enhance maritime cybersecurity
To strengthen maritime cybersecurity, Fortinet and Samsung Heavy Industries have forged a partnership to meet the evolving security standards set by the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The Memorandum…
Cisco introduces new security approach for AI-driven data centers
Cisco, a security and networking solutions provider, unveiled its latest strategy for data centers and the cloud in response to the escalating demands imposed by the (artificial intelligence) AI revolution…
Kaspersky reports local threats surge in Southeast Asia
Recent data from cybersecurity solutions company Kaspersky revealed a surge in local threats targeting organizations across Southeast Asia (SEA) in 2023. According to its latest statistics, a staggering 42.7 million…
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