Remote Access stories

Over half of retailers hit by ransomware have paid ransoms, with demands doubling to a median of USD $2 million, Sophos reports in its 2025 study.

Cybercriminals exploit remote monitoring tools to steal USD $34 billion in cargo globally, targeting trucking firms amid growing digital supply chain risks.

A Mastercard survey finds 76% of consumers are more anxious about cybersecurity in 2025, driven by AI-powered phishing attacks and evolving digital threats.

Ransom payments fell to a historic low of 23% in Q3 2025 as cyber extortion tactics shift towards targeted, costlier attacks on larger firms.

Research links Asian iGaming firm BBIN and Vault Viper to extensive cyber-enabled fraud and organised crime across Southeast Asia and beyond.

Autoleague has enhanced security by adopting BeyondTrust's privileged access management to safeguard passwords and remote system access across Australia.

An AWS outage on 20 October 2025 caused global disruption, hitting platforms like Amazon, Snapchat, Coinbase, HMRC and Lloyds Bank, affecting millions worldwide.

Ransomware attacks exploiting VPN flaws and Microsoft 365 logins surge in APAC, with hackers bypassing MFA via stolen credentials and unpatched systems.

Proofpoint identifies TA585 as a cyber threat actor managing end-to-end attacks, deploying advanced malware like MonsterV2 to target finance firms globally.

AI-driven ransomware attacks surge across Asia Pacific and Japan, with decentralised Chinese cybercrime marketplaces and eCrime services fueling the boom.

Choosing between server and cloud software is crucial for insurance brokers seeking security, scalability and reliable access to client data anywhere.

Hyve Managed Hosting cuts global network downtime and speeds response times by rolling out Opengear’s smart out-of-band management across 35 sites.

Netskope enhances its Universal ZTNA solution with AI-driven policy automation and extended device security for diverse IT and operational technology environments.

Vietnamese threat actor BatShade targets job seekers with malware disguised as recruitment documents, using new tactics for stealth and persistent infection.

ANZ warns Australian small businesses to stay vigilant as scams cause AUD $84 million losses amid rising cybercrime threats in 2024.

Secolve celebrates five years with 57% growth, serving 100 global clients and expanding its operational technology cybersecurity services internationally.

Industry leaders call for a cyber safe culture as AI advances and identity-based attacks rise, urging collaboration and vigilance across all organisations.

Nearly half of global CPS security professionals report rising cyber risks amid economic, geopolitical instability and supply chain shifts, Claroty research shows.

US money laundering cases rose 168% in H1 2025, with scams costing Americans USD $6.5 billion amid rising AI-driven fraud and stablecoin use.

Lazarus subgroup deploys three remote access trojans, including PondRAT and ThemeForestRAT, to target financial and cryptocurrency organisations with advanced cyberattacks.