Dark web stories - Page 2
A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
Financial sector faces 25% jump in cyberattacks, led by phishing
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Cyberattacks on the financial sector have surged 25% in 2024, with phishing leading and nearly half of employees prone to clicking malicious links.
Financial firms face 25% surge in advanced cyberattacks in 2024
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Financial firms face a 25% rise in cyberattacks in 2024, with supply chain breaches and AI-driven phishing posing major risks, says new KnowBe4 report.
SOCRadar unveils AI-driven platform for automated threat detection
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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SOCRadar launches Agentic Threat Intelligence, an AI-powered platform automating detection and response to cyber threats with customisable AI agents.
Fortinet upgrades FortiRecon to boost proactive cyber defences
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Fortinet has upgraded FortiRecon with AI-driven threat intelligence and automation to help organisations identify and prioritise cyber risks proactively.
Most cyber attack brokers sell admin access from USD $500
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Cyber attackers can buy admin-level access to corporate networks from USD $500, with 71% of dark web listings offering privileged credentials, new research shows.
CrowdStrike unveils AI-driven updates to Falcon threat intelligence
Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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CrowdStrike launches AI-powered Falcon Adversary Intelligence, offering real-time, personalised threat insights to enhance detection and response in security centres.
Over 150 million NZ records for sale as cyber threats grow
Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Over 150 million New Zealand-linked records, including government and banking credentials, are exposed on the dark web, raising growing cyber threat concerns.
Outpost24 launches tool to detect dark web credential leaks
Sat, 2nd Aug 2025
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Outpost24 has launched a free tool that helps organisations detect if their credentials have been leaked on the dark web, boosting cybersecurity efforts.
hCaptcha report finds most residential proxy use fuels cybercrime
Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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hCaptcha reveals up to 95% of traffic on residential proxy networks fuels cybercrime, exposing flaws in current online security measures.
Digimune & ViaCarte launch Identicate cyber protection for banks
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Digimune and ViaCarte partner to launch Identicate, a cyber protection platform offering Australian banks real-time identity theft alerts and financial fraud cover.
Okta, NCC Group partner for enhanced CIAM & cyber security
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Okta and NCC Group have partnered to enhance customer identity and access management, combining cybersecurity expertise with adaptive multi-factor authentication.
Financial sector faces third-party vendor cyber security gaps
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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A Black Kite report reveals most third-party vendors in finance show major cyber security flaws, posing serious risks despite fewer direct attacks on institutions.
Lab 1 unveils secure file preview tool for data breach risks
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Lab 1 launches 'File Previews', letting firms securely view individual files from data breaches without risky downloads, enhancing swift exposure assessment.
SOCRadar debuts MCP Server for secure AI threat intel access
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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SOCRadar has launched its MCP Server, enabling secure AI access to real-time threat intelligence and simplifying cybersecurity teams' workflows globally.
Pushing the boundaries: how the channel powers hybrid and remote working
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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With 67% of UK adults hybrid working, Channel partners are key to supporting flexible work through cloud, cybersecurity and unified communications solutions.
Tech sector faces sharp rise in AI & ransomware threats
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Trustwave reveals a surge in AI-driven and ransomware attacks, with tech firms facing 85% of global ransomware incidents amid rising cyber threats.
Cybercrime surge hits technology sector as AI & supply chain attacks rise
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Cybercriminals increasingly target tech firms using AI, supply chain attacks, and stolen credentials, with ransomware surging 10% weekly worldwide, says Trustwave.
Why privacy is everyone’s business in 2025 - and what you can do about it
Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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In 2025, privacy is everyone's responsibility as Australian businesses face rising data breaches, emphasising training, multi-factor authentication, and cyber resilience.
Australia faces surge in AI-powered cyber threats & espionage
Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Australia faces a rise in AI-driven cyber threats and state-sponsored espionage, calling for stronger defences and intelligence-led cybersecurity strategies.
Chain IQ breach exposes UBS, Pictet & others to cyber risks
Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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A cyberattack on Chain IQ has exposed sensitive data of UBS, Pictet and Implenia employees, spotlighting risks in third-party cybersecurity across sectors.