Kaspersky GReAT (Global Research and Analysis Team) experts have discovered open-source packages that download the Quasar backdoor and a stealer designed to exfiltrate cryptocurrency. The malicious packages are intended for the Cursor development environment, which is based on Visual Studio Code — a tool used for AI-assisted coding. The malicious open-source packages are extensions hosted…
Harmony SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) is a cloud-delivered security platform that integrates multiple network security functions into a unified system. Check Point Software Technologies has introduced an India-based data residency instance of its Harmony SASE platform. This is aimed at supporting local regulatory requirements and growing demand for secure cloud adoption. The move marks…
Stock exchange BSE India, on Wednesday, advised market participants to take precautionary measures on potential cyber risks The circular from BSE cited an advisory from Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) highlighting on cyber threat campaign specifically targeting Indian organisations operating within the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. Banks have also tightened their…
The United Kingdom’s National Cyber Security Centre warned that ongoing cyberattacks impacting multiple UK retail chains should be taken as a “wake-up call.” Part of the GCHQ British intelligence agency, the NCSC provides support and guidance to private and public sector entities following major cybersecurity incidents to protect the UK’s critical services. The NCSC is…
Synechron CyberAI Synechron today announced the launch of Synechron CyberAI accelerators program. This suite of four AI-driven solutions enhances enterprise security, streamlines compliance, and reduces risk exposure through automation and intelligence. Synechron’s 14th accelerator program includes: * RiskControl.AI: Automates IT risk management, offering real-time control assessments and compliance insights * AppSec.AI: Provides a unified view of security…
Growing Cyber attacks, worldwide security spending is expected to see sustained growth throughout the 2023–2028 period, reaching $377 billion in 2028, according to a new report. According to latest forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC), global security spending is expected to grow by 12.2 per cent (year on year) in 2025. The increasing complexity…
CrowdStrike collaborates with Nvidia to advance agentic AI in cybersecurity operations The pair are advancing agentic AI in cybersecurity, testing Nvidia’s reasoning models to automate detection and enhance SOC efficiency CrowdStrike has announced it is collaborating with Nvidia to drive agentic AI innovation in its cybersecurity solutions for businesses. The pair will also test and pioneer…
The penalty adds to a series of GDPR fines against Meta, bringing the total to $3 billion. Meta has been fined $263.5 million (€251 million) by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) for a 2018 Facebook security breach that exposed the sensitive data of 29 million users globally. The breach exploited a vulnerability in Facebook’s “view…
Amazon’s AWS re:Invent event is this week in Las Vegas, and the company has issued a series of announcements around cybersecurity. That’s important, because there’s more of today’s IT estate in the public cloud than there ever has been before. Cloud computing is pervasive and it’s complex. That means opportunities for MSSPs and MSPs in…
93% of Indian executives anticipate a cyber-budget increase next year, Gen AI is the topmost cyber investment priority: PwC India Digital Trust Insights 2025 The PwC India Digital Trust Insights 2025 features insights from 4,042 business, technology, and security executives across various regions, including 155 executives representing Indian businesses. Sivarama Krishnan, Partner and Leader, Partner & Leader,…
