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Ferrari deploys Bitdefender platform across operations
Malware

Ferrari deploys Bitdefender platform across operations

The move gives Ferrari a single security system for factory, racing and corporate operations as cyber risks intensify across its connected estate.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday
Bitdefender finds FamousSparrow energy sector campaign
Supply Chain

Bitdefender finds FamousSparrow energy sector campaign

Repeat breaches exposed an Azerbaijani oil and gas operator to espionage as FamousSparrow exploited Microsoft Exchange flaws for two months.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Bitdefender names Frank Koelmel Chief Revenue Officer
Firewalls

Bitdefender names Frank Koelmel Chief Revenue Officer

Cybersecurity buyers facing tighter regulation and rising attack risk may see faster go-to-market execution as Bitdefender puts Frank Koelmel in charge of global revenue strategy.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
SMS phishing campaign targets Australia & New Zealand
Endpoint Protection

SMS phishing campaign targets Australia & New Zealand

Thousands of motorists and households face fake toll and fine texts that can steal card details and personal data if they click the links.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Bitdefender warns journalists on phishing & source safety
Malware

Bitdefender warns journalists on phishing & source safety

Reporters face rising risks from phishing, spyware and device compromise as Bitdefender urges tighter source protection and account security.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Bitdefender launches GravityZone email security for MSPs
Ransomware

Bitdefender launches GravityZone email security for MSPs

Businesses and MSPs can now cover inbox-to-endpoint attacks in one platform, as Bitdefender adds post-delivery email protection to GravityZone.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Splashtop launches unified IT platform for endpoints
Endpoint Protection

Splashtop launches unified IT platform for endpoints

Small IT teams get a single console for patching, remote support and security alerts as endpoint management and response are merged globally.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Splashtop launches unified IT platform for endpoints
Endpoint Protection

Splashtop launches unified IT platform for endpoints

It aims to cut the need for multiple IT tools by combining patching, security alerts and remote support in one dashboard for distributed fleets.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Last month
Bitdefender launches free attack surface assessment
Firewalls

Bitdefender launches free attack surface assessment

A rise in Living-Off-the-Land attacks is leaving organisations exposed to hidden internal risks, Bitdefender said as it opened the service to larger firms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Last month
Fake Windsurf extension uses Solana to steal dev data
Blockchain

Fake Windsurf extension uses Solana to steal dev data

Malicious fake Windsurf IDE extension hid JavaScript, abused Solana to fetch payloads, and stole developers' browser credentials and tokens.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2026
Fake Claude AI ads spread malware to target developers
Cloud Security

Fake Claude AI ads spread malware to target developers

Fake Claude AI search ads are spreading info-stealing malware, hijacking developer credentials and cloud access via spoofed download sites.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2026
Bitdefender unmasks global Meta investment scam ads
Phishing

Bitdefender unmasks global Meta investment scam ads

Bitdefender exposes 26,000 Meta ads in 25 countries pushing fake investment schemes, impersonating banks, media and public figures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026
Israel-Iran conflict exploited in fresh email scam wave
Phishing

Israel-Iran conflict exploited in fresh email scam wave

Scammers hijack Israel-Iran war headlines for classic advance-fee email cons, security researchers warn, urging users not to respond.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Why cybersecurity needs women from non-tech careers
Ransomware

Why cybersecurity needs women from non-tech careers

Cybersecurity is missing vital human insight; drawing in women and non‑STEM talent could close both the threat and perspective gaps.

By Jade Brown • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2026
Hijacked Google Ads push MacSync malware to Mac users
Storage

Hijacked Google Ads push MacSync malware to Mac users

Hijacked Google Ads accounts are serving bogus installers that trick Mac users into running MacSync stealer via fake Evernote guides.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2026
Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta target fans' wallets
Phishing

Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta target fans' wallets

Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta push fans to cloned sites mimicking Milano Cortina 2026 store to steal card and personal details.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Feb 2026

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Phishing surge targets Gulf after Iran-Israel tensions
Malware

Phishing surge targets Gulf after Iran-Israel tensions

Phishing and malware activity has doubled in Gulf markets since late February, with attackers exploiting conflict themes to target finance and energy links.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Bitdefender warns of AI 'vibeware' targeting India
Malware

Bitdefender warns of AI 'vibeware' targeting India

Bitdefender flags AI-powered 'vibeware' malware blitz hitting Indian government targets, using niche languages to overwhelm defences.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026