Cyber warfare stories - Page 2
AI-driven cyber wars to reshape security in 2026
Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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AI-powered attackers and defenders will clash in 2026, driving autonomous breaches, VPN failures and stricter rules that reshape cyber security.
Aisuru botnet drives record surge in DDoS attacks worldwide
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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The Aisuru botnet has caused a 54% surge in DDoS attacks, driving record highs in volume and targeting sectors from AI to automotive worldwide in Q3 2025.
AI & cyber warfare set to reshape security threats by 2026
Mon, 1st Dec 2025
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By 2026, AI advances and cyber warfare will enable wider access to sophisticated malware, increasing threats from insiders and state-backed attacks, warns CyXcel.
Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure
Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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Semperis's documentary, Midnight in the War Room, unveils the human stories behind defending vital infrastructure from global cyber threats.
F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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F5 has suffered a major breach exposing BIG-IP source code and security flaws, raising global risks amid limited evidence of exploitation so far.
Canadian firms join NATO drive for post-quantum secure comms
Sat, 20th Sep 2025
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Canadian firms Ammolite Security and Myntex lead NATO's post-quantum secure communications drive, enhancing defence against state and non-state cyber threats.
Global ransomware attacks drop 43% but threats evolve quickly
Sat, 26th Jul 2025
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Global ransomware attacks fell 43% in Q2 to 371 cases in June, but evolving tactics signal persistent threats amid rising cyber warfare and political motives.
Escalation drives heightened Israeli-Iranian cyber conflict risk
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Escalating tensions following Israel's Operation Rising Lion heighten risks of cyberattacks by Iranian actors against Israel and beyond, warn security experts.
Cyberattacks surge amid India-Pakistan clashes after strikes
Wed, 14th May 2025
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Hacktivist cyberattacks escalate after India's missile strikes on Pakistan, targeting government and critical sectors amid rising geopolitical tensions.
North Korean hackers step up phishing attacks on Ukraine government
Wed, 14th May 2025
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North Korean hackers have intensified phishing attacks on Ukrainian government bodies to gather strategic intelligence on the Russian invasion, Proofpoint reports.
Cloudflare details Q1 Internet disruptions from quakes to storms
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Cloudflare's Q1 2025 report reveals global internet disruptions caused by earthquakes, power outages, cyberattacks, and a monkey-induced blackout in Sri Lanka.
Cyber security must focus on root causes, not just tools
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Former hacker Greg van der Gaast warns of rising cyber threats, urging firms to tackle security risks holistically rather than relying on tools alone.
Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.
Experts discuss Netflix miniseries Zero Day cyber themes
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Netflix's new miniseries Zero Day, starring Robert De Niro as a former president, ignites debate among experts over its portrayal of cyber warfare.
Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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Identities top the list of priority risks for organisations' Zero Trust strategies, reveals a global study by Entrust, highlighting a shift from compliance to pre-emptive security efforts.