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What to know about Malware
Malware represents a broad category of malicious software designed to infiltrate, damage, or disrupt computer systems and networks. From ransomware that locks users out of their data to spyware that quietly steals information, malware continues to evolve in sophistication and reach. Our recent stories cover a wide range of malware threats impacting individuals, businesses, and critical infrastructure, illustrating the diverse strategies cybercriminals use to exploit vulnerabilities.
Delving into these stories provides readers with insights into how malware campaigns operate, the latest trends in attack vectors, and expert advice on defense mechanisms. Understanding malware not only alerts individuals and organisations to potential risks but also guides them in strengthening their digital security posture. Stay informed about the ever-changing malware landscape to better safeguard your data and systems from emerging cyber threats.
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Rubrik & MEDITECH team up on hospital cyber resilience
Hospitals using MEDITECH Expanse could restore records faster after ransomware, as Rubrik adds recovery tools across cloud and on-premises systems.
Sage warns SMBs face cyber risk despite spending rise
Despite higher spending plans, half of SMBs reported a cyber incident in the past year, exposing a widening readiness gap.
KongTuke uses Microsoft Teams chats to breach firms
Corporate users can be compromised in under five minutes when attackers pose as help-desk staff in external Microsoft Teams chats, researchers say.
ReliaQuest spots ClickFix attack using PySoxy proxy
The attack kept retrying for hours after network blocks, as a scheduled task and Python proxy preserved access on the host.
Google says AI-powered cyberattacks are already here
AI is now being used to write exploits and malware, with Google saying it has traced the first zero-day linked to machine assistance.
AI fuels rise in phishing attacks, Barracuda finds
One in three emails flagged in Barracuda's study was malicious, as AI and phishing kits helped drive more account takeovers.
Ransomware attacks near record as groups consolidate
A smaller band of operators is driving most incidents, leaving companies facing fewer but more organised ransomware gangs.
AI now routine in cyber attacks, Google report finds
Security teams face a broader threat as criminals and state-backed actors use generative AI to speed hacks, phishing and malware.
BlackFog says only one in nine ransomware attacks go public
Undisclosed attacks outnumbered public cases by nine to one, with healthcare and government still bearing the brunt of the ransomware threat.
Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter
Phishing campaigns are increasingly targeting credentials, payments and malware delivery, with Microsoft alone accounting for 22% of brand impersonation attempts.
Ledger adds perpetual trading to wallet for selected users
Selected users in some regions can now access crypto perpetuals inside Ledger Wallet, with hardware signing kept in the approval loop.
Identity stays top attack surface as threats broaden
Broader attacker activity is increasingly moving beyond stolen credentials, even as identity still accounted for 58.7% of incidents in Q1 2026.
Celebrity stalkerware leak exposes private messages online
A misconfigured database left 86,859 images and private chats from a prominent European celebrity’s device open to anyone online.
Fortinet warns ransomware victims rise 389% amid AI
Ransomware attacks are spreading faster as AI helps criminals exploit flaws within 24 to 48 hours, the report says.
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.
Everywhen issues six checks to spot unsafe websites
Businesses and shoppers are being urged to spot fake sites before clicking, as phishing pages and scam shops fuel rising fraud losses.
Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world
Data breaches and hacktivism are driving a sharper threat mix, with universities hit 425 times across 67 countries in a year.
Team Cymru launches Total Insights Feeds for threat data
It aims to replace fragmented feeds by combining risk scoring and context on millions of IPs and domains for security teams.
VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students
Schools can now plug age-specific lessons into classrooms as VIPRE’s new training tackles phishing, bullying and AI impersonation threats.
CIOs rank AI as a growing cyber risk, survey finds
Fewer than half of firms have the safeguards to track staff AI use, even as 77% reported a cyber incident in the past year.