Ransomware
Over 50% global ransomware incidents in 2023 were detected in SEA: Trend Micro
SEA saw rise in ransomware detections, making up 52% of global number
Region saw a YoY decline in email threats, online banking malware (by 84%)
Retail industry, second most targeted by ransomware: Sophos
Sophos has published a new sectoral survey report titled "The State of Ransomware in Retail 2022."
Microsoft releases second edition of Cyber Signals
Microsoft released its second edition of Cyber Signals, a regular cyberthreat intelligence brief, spotlighting security trends and insights gathered from Microsoft’s global security signals and experts.
Ransomware hits 65% of organisations in Singapore: Sophos
Sophos released its annual survey and review of real-world ransomware experiences in its State of Ransomware 2022 report.
Singapore slow to response to security breaches: Infoblox
Infoblox unveiled a report examining the state of security concerns, costs, and remedies.
Microsoft launches Asia cyber security executive council
The council is a coalition of parties from the public and private sector across the region that has come together to address cyber threats and share best practices.
NTT’s 2020 GTIR shows attack volumes up as cyber criminals innovate faster, automate attacks
Attackers using Covid-19 pandemic to launch attacks on vulnerable organizations
Tech tops most attacked industry list for first time, toppling finance with 25% of attacks
Media Prima ransomware experience a timely reminder to CTOs
The reported ransomware attack last week on Malaysian media company, Media Prima, serves to remind CTOs, especially those of large companies, to ensure they have robust cyber protection in place.
Cryptomining malware – silent but deadly
As with any rapidly adopted trend, there is always the risk of agents who apply their own malicious agenda for personal gains.
Not enough urgency to mitigate against ransomware: Sophos
Small- to mid-sized businesses which are not properly protected against malware are more at risk than ever before.
