Dark web stories - Page 4
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).
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.
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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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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.
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.
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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mfa
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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digital transformation
Australia faces a rise in AI-driven cyber threats and state-sponsored espionage, calling for stronger defences and intelligence-led cybersecurity strategies.
Digimune launches cyber risk protection across Australia with AWN
Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Digimune teams with AWN Insurance to launch comprehensive cyber risk protection across Australia for individuals and businesses amid rising digital threats.
SOCRadar boosts MSSP support with free AI training, new tools
Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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SOCRadar expands its MSSP programme with free AI training and new tools to help partners boost automation, scale operations and improve threat detection.
Cybercriminals industrialise attacks on hospitality sector, report finds
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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digital transformation
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Cybercriminals increasingly target Australia's hospitality sector, exploiting digital gaps with sophisticated attacks and dark web services, Trustwave warns.
Marks & Spencer cyber attack sparks customer data security fears
Thu, 15th May 2025
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Marks and Spencer's recent ransomware attack exposed customer data, raising concerns over cyber security and highlighting the need for robust protection and swift response.
Outpost24 expands platform for data & social threat defense
Fri, 9th May 2025
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Outpost24 enhances its External Attack Surface Management platform with Social Media and Data Leakage modules to boost threat detection across digital channels.
AI arms race fuels surge in cybercrime & deepfake scams
Tue, 6th May 2025
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AI advancements are boosting cybercrime in Australia, with infostealer malware and deepfake scams costing businesses millions despite MFA safeguards.
Super fund cyberattacks highlight risks to Australian savings
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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cybersecurity
Several Australian superannuation funds suffered cyberattacks in April 2025, compromising thousands of accounts and raising urgent security concerns.
Zero-day hackers shift focus to enterprise tech in Google's report
Thu, 1st May 2025
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breach prevention
Google's GTIG reports 75 zero-day exploits in 2024, highlighting a rising threat to enterprise tech despite a slight overall decrease from 2023.
AI security report warns of rising deepfakes & Dark LLM threat
Thu, 1st May 2025
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email security
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Check Point Research reveals AI's rising role in cybercrime, highlighting risks like deepfakes, data poisoning, and Dark LLMs threatening digital security worldwide.