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A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.

Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.

A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

Singapore has reported a significant drop in web threats, marking a 24.7% reduction since 2021, as the country enhances its cybersecurity measures.

A report from Claroty reveals that over 111,000 vulnerabilities in operational technology devices across critical sectors are being targeted by adversaries.

With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.

Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.

Tenable has unveiled vital cybersecurity trends for 2025, warning organisations to adapt to the expanding threat landscape and rising data breach costs.

Sophos researchers have uncovered two active campaigns targeting firms via Microsoft Office 365 and remote tools, triggering a surge in data theft and ransomware incidents.

Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.

GuidePoint Security has unveiled the use of a Python backdoor in recent ransomware attacks, enabling threat actors to maintain access and deploy malicious encryptors.

As experts forecast 2025's cybersecurity trends, organisations are urged to enhance their defences against evolving AI-driven threats and embrace unified security solutions.

CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.

Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.

A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.

As cybercriminals gear up for 2025, expect bolder attacks and a shift towards more specialised, sophisticated threat tactics according to new predictions.

Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.

Cofense's latest report reveals a sharp rise in sophisticated phishing attacks, with malicious emails now detected every 45 seconds, up from 57 seconds last year.

The Five Eyes Alliance has endorsed Semperis's Purple Knight tool to enhance security in Microsoft Active Directory systems, vital for UK firms.