Kaspersky
Smartphones Hold Sensitive Data, But Security Habits Lag
Kaspersky survey shows smartphones dominate internet use, storing sensitive data, but users’ security habits lag, raising urgent need for protection.
Category: Cybersecurity
Tech
Malaysian Firms Step Up AI Cybersecurity Skills Amid Talent Shortage, Fortinet Finds
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Tech
Sophos Unveils AI-Native Fusion Cybersecurity Defense System
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Tech
Kaspersky Warns of Rising Password Stealer Threats Across Southeast Asia
Kaspersky reported an 18% increase in password stealer attacks targeting Southeast Asian businesses, exposing growing cybersecurity risks as cybercriminals exploit weak credentials to infiltrate…
Tech
Cisco Unveils Cloud Control to Secure IT in AI Era
Cisco launches Cloud Control, a unified AI‑driven platform integrating networking, security, and operations to defend IT systems at machine speed.
Cybersecurity
Nearly 70% of Firms Willing to Share Contractors’ Security Costs
Kaspersky study finds 69% of businesses ready to share contractors’ security costs, boosting resilience against supply chain cyberattacks worldwide.
Tech
OGX Group: Riding the Digital Economy Transformation
OGX Group Bhd provides IT solutions, enhancing market reach and sustainability through extensive offerings and strategic partnerships.
Tech
Kaspersky Flags Biometric Cyber Risks in Southeast Asia
Kaspersky warns biometric systems across Southeast Asia remain highly exposed to cyberattacks, as Malaysia’s rapid adoption heightens risks from phishing, spyware and insecure operational…
Cybersecurity
Half of Global Firms Plan SOCs, Human Expertise Remains Central
Half of global companies plan to establish Security Operations Centers (SOCs) to strengthen cybersecurity, with human expertise remaining central despite growing automation, according to…
Fortinet
Fortinet: AI skills now critical to close 4.7 million cybersecurity talent gap
Fortinet 2025 report warns AI expertise essential as 84% see AI easing workloads but 64% lack staff skilled in AI.
Defence
Malaysia to Launch Armed Forces Cyber and Electronic Defence Command in December
Malaysia will formalise its new Cyber and Electronic Defence Command as part of a transition toward AI-enabled, smart military capabilities.
Cybersecurity
Fastly Launches New Certification Program to Boost Partner Security Capabilities
Fastly introduced a certification program to help partners expand security expertise, improve service offerings and give customers more implementation options.
Crime
Extortion and Ransomware Drive Over Half of Global Cyberattacks
Microsoft’s 2025 Digital Defense Report shows over half of global cyberattacks are driven by extortion or ransomware, fueled by financial motives.
Cybersecurity
Malaysia to Mandate eKYC Verification on Social Media to Combat Online Fraud and Protect Children
Malaysia to enforce eKYC verification on social media using MyKad, passports or MyDigital ID to curb fraud and safeguard minors.
Appoinments
FS-ISAC Appoints Valerie Abend as New CEO, Succeeding Steven Silberstein
FS-ISAC appointed Valerie Abend as CEO, focusing on cybersecurity in finance, after Steven Silberstein's retirement, effective September 3, 2025.
Business News
TDA Rallies Behind PM’s Tech Sovereignty Agenda with Nationwide ICP Rollout
At the heart of this effort is the Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP), a strategic initiative spearheaded by TDA to foster partnerships between industry and…