Australia Ranks Fourth Globally for Cyber Threats in Critical Infrastructure
Australia has retained its position as the fourth most targeted country in the world for cyberattacks on operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT)…
Month: July 2025
Chrome Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Hijack Memory and Run Malicious Code
Google has released an emergency security update for its Chrome browser to address critical vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to hijack system memory and execute…
AI is here, security still isn’t
Although 79% of organizations are already running AI in production, only 6% have put in place a comprehensive security strategy designed specifically for AI. As…
Threat Actors Attacking Fans and Teams of Belgian Grand Prix With Phishing Campaigns
Cybercriminals have launched a sophisticated multi-vector attack campaign targeting fans and teams ahead of the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix, scheduled for July 27 at the…
Boards shift focus to tech and navigate cautious investors
Corporate boards are adjusting to a more uncertain proxy landscape, according to EY’s 2025 Proxy Season Review. The report highlights four key 2025 proxy season…
Lionishackers Threat Actors Exfiltrating and Selling Corporate Databases on Dark Web
A financially motivated threat actor known as Lionishackers has emerged as a significant player in the illicit marketplace for corporate data in recent months. Leveraging…
Chrome High-Severity Vulnerabilities Allows Memory Manipulation and Arbitrary Code Execution
Google has issued an urgent security update for its Chrome browser, patching several vulnerabilities, including a high-severity vulnerability that could allow attackers to manipulate memory…
Australia adds YouTube to social media ban for children
Australia will include YouTube in its world-first ban on social media for teenagers, reversing an earlier decision to exempt the video-sharing platform. The country’s internet…
Palo Alto Networks in talks to buy CyberArk
Palo Alto Networks is in talks to acquire CyberArk Software in a deal that could value the Israeli cyber security firm at more than US$20…
Minnesota governor activates National Guard amid St. Paul cyberattack
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday activated the state national guard to help respond to a cyberattack on the state’s capital city. According to an…
Gov to encourage vuln research, puts insurers and NFPs on notice
The federal government will knuckle down on its cyber security strategy, with browser-level threat blocking, vulnerability research, a potential intervention on cyber insurance, and a…
Union calls for ‘mandatory’ employee consultations on AI programs
The Australian Council of Trade Unions has called for organisations to conduct “mandatory” consultations before introducing new artificial intelligence technologies into the workplace. Measures proposed…