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Security Alert Feb 26, 2026

Ransomware Payments Plummet Amid Surge in Attacks

Despite a significant increase in ransomware attacks, the percentage of victims paying threat actors has dropped to a record low of 28%, according to blockchain intelligence platform Chainalysis.

Security Alert Feb 24, 2026

As Cybersecurity Firms Chase AI, VC Market Skyrockets

A surge in AI-powered cyberattacks and high-profile breaches has left the cybersecurity landscape reeling, with nation-state actors and extortion gangs exploiting vulnerabilities in software and human psychology.

Security Alert Feb 5, 2026

Cybersecurity Under Siege: Ransomware Attacks, AI Vulnerabilities, and Nation-State Threats Expose Enterprise Weaknesses

A recent wave of ransomware attacks, including one on German steel trader Buhlmann Group, has highlighted the growing threat to enterprise cybersecurity. Meanwhile, the increasing reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced new vulnerabilities, and nation-state actors continue to pose a significant threat, as evidenced by recent attacks on Italy ahead of the Winter Olympics.

Security Alert Feb 5, 2026

Cyber Threats Evolve: Iranian Spying, Ransomware Gangs, and Unconventional Malware Tactics

Iranian threat actors are using spear-phishing and social engineering to steal credentials, while ransomware gangs are adopting organized crime tactics. Meanwhile, attackers are exploiting unconventional methods to drop malware, including using Windows screensavers. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has made unpublicized updates to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

Security Alert Dec 22, 2025

Cyber Threats Mount as Vulnerabilities Exploited and New Attack Groups Emerge

A surge in cyber attacks has hit various sectors, from firewall devices and VPNs to Android users and home-care services. Multiple threat actors, including a new China-aligned APT group, have been identified as exploiting vulnerabilities and using sophisticated tactics to compromise networks and steal sensitive information. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, organizations and individuals are urged to remain vigilant and implement robust security measures.