Critical Infrastructure stories - Page 2
DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate
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DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.
Australian firms urged to adopt proactive cybersecurity strategies
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Australian firms are urged to adopt proactive cybersecurity strategies, using the PEST framework to anticipate threats and enhance resilience in a complex landscape.
CybExer develops AI-driven cyber defence solution with 500K support
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CybExer has secured EUR €494,200 to develop an AI-driven cyber defence solution enhancing organisational readiness and adaptive threat response.
Planera secures USD $8m boost amid surge in data centre builds
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Planera has raised USD $8m to enhance its platform amid a 600% surge in data centre project use, supporting rapid growth in hyperscale and AI infrastructure builds.
DroneSentry-C2 integrates ADS-B to boost airspace safety features
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DroneShield’s DroneSentry-C2 now integrates ADS-B data to enhance airspace safety by better distinguishing drones from conventional aircraft in critical operations.
Tosi rebrand signals new era in secure OT network solutions
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Tosibox has rebranded as Tosi, shifting from hardware supplier to cyber physical systems provider, enhancing secure OT network solutions with faster deployments.
Extortion and ransomware drive over half of cyberattacks
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Over half of cyberattacks last year were driven by extortion or ransomware, with criminals focusing on financial gain rather than espionage, Microsoft reveals.
DroneShield appoints Angus Harris as CTO and Angus Bean as CPO
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DroneShield appoints Angus Harris as CTO and Angus Bean as CPO to lead engineering amid rising global demand in defence.
Why quantum threats demand our attention this Cybersecurity Month
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights current risks, experts warn we must urgently prepare for quantum computing's looming threat to encryption security.
Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure
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Semperis's documentary, Midnight in the War Room, unveils the human stories behind defending vital infrastructure from global cyber threats.
Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks
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Australia ranks tenth globally for cyberattack frequency, with AI fueling a rise in ransomware and extortion, Microsoft reports in its 2025 Digital Defence Review.
UK cyberattacks surge as leaders urge new security approaches
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UK cyberattacks have surged, prompting calls for revamped security and stricter supplier oversight amid escalating threats and costly breaches.
F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk
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F5 has suffered a major breach exposing BIG-IP source code and security flaws, raising global risks amid limited evidence of exploitation so far.
Interactive unveils Power Assurance for critical infrastructure resilience
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Interactive launches Power Assurance to support critical power infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand, enhancing uptime and business continuity.
NCSC warns of China threat as major UK cyber-attacks surge 50%
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The National Cyber Security Centre warns China among top cyber threats as UK sees a 50% rise in major cyber-attacks, with serious incidents nearly every two days.
DroneShield launches RfPatrol plugin to enhance TAK drone alerts
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DroneShield's new RfPatrol plugin integrates real-time drone detection into the TAK ecosystem, enhancing situational awareness for over 250,000 global users.
Global cyber regulation moves from compliance to resilience
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NCC Group's new report reveals a global shift from cyber compliance to resilience, urging businesses to adopt long-term, adaptive governance amid rising offensive cyber threats.
UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October
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With Microsoft ending Windows 10 support on 14 October, UK businesses face amplified cyber risks and operational challenges, especially in critical sectors.
Netcompany launches VERÁ to boost European defence resilience
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Netcompany launches VERÁ, a European-developed platform enhancing defence resilience through real-time data integration and situational awareness.
SUSE & AI & Partners launch automated EU AI Act compliance tool
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SUSE and AI & Partners launch an automated tool to help regulated industries swiftly comply with the EU AI Act's strict requirements on artificial intelligence systems.