Cybercrime reports fall in 2025, PNP-ACG data show
Cybercrime cases reported in the Philippines dropped in 2025 compared with the previous year, based on data presented by the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group. From Jan. 1 to Oct.…
Sophos study finds surge in identity-based attacks driven by stolen credentials
Sophos, a cybersecurity solutions provider, reported an increase in identity-based cyberattacks, caused by the growing sale of stolen credentials on the dark web. Findings from the Sophos X-Ops Counter Threat…
Fico survey finds Filipinos fear scams as real-time payments surge
A recent study by global analytics firm Fico reveals that approximately 1 in 3 Filipinos are increasingly worried about being scammed as the country rapidly embraces real-time payment systems. The…
Kaspersky shares security tips for Holy Week vacations amid rising identity theft
Amid the anticipation for the Holy Week break, cybersecurity remains a crucial concern as incidents of identity theft continue to rise. Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky stress the importance of staying…
Fortinet: Ransomware incidents surge in the Philippines
Recent data released by cybersecurity solutions provider Fortinet indicates a doubling of ransomware incidents across the Philippines. In 2023, 56% of organizations reported a two-fold increase compared to the previous…
Identity Theft: Scammers exploit publicly available information
Identity theft on the internet has reached alarming levels, catching even financial institutions unaware of this criminal activity. Security experts continuously emphasize the importance of vigilance in both online and…
FPG Insurance offers product to protect online buyers from fraud, scams
To safeguard Filipino online shoppers, FPG Insurance has created a tailor-made insurance product for a safer shopping experience. MyCyberProtect Mate covers identity theft, cyberbullying, and other applicable online fraud or…
4 steps of identity theft fueling massive COVID-19 unemployment fraud
The COVID-19 pandemic’s economic fallout has threatened the livelihoods of millions of people. However, it has been a windfall for criminals who take advantage of those who need help the…
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