Fortinet
Fortinet Report Warns of 389% Surge in AI‑Driven Ransomware
Fortinet’s 2026 report reveals AI‑enabled cybercrime surge, with ransomware victims up 389%, urging industrialized defense and AI‑driven security.
Category: Cybersecurity
Business News
Fortinet: Cybersecurity Complexity, AI Threats Outpace Malaysia’s Readiness
Malaysian organizations are struggling with AI-driven cyber threats, fragmented systems and alert overload, accelerating demand for unified security platforms.
Byline
Why Cybersecurity Must Be a Priority for Malaysian SMEs
Malaysia's SMEs must prioritize cybersecurity amidst rising online threats, employing strategies like Multi-Factor Authentication and continuous monitoring to protect data.
Cybersecurity
Malaysia Records Highest Surge in Backdoor Attacks at 86% Across Southeast Asia
Backdoor attacks targeting businesses in Malaysia surged by 86% year-on-year in 2025 – the highest increase recorded across the region.
EUROZONE
Europe’s Defense Finance Faces Structural Challenges Amid Rising Security Needs
Geopolitical tensions necessitate increased private investment in Europe's defense, hindered by financing challenges and misaligned frameworks.
Kaspersky
Kaspersky Warns of Sharp Rise in QR Code Phishing Attacks in Late 2025
Kaspersky reports a fivefold surge in QR code phishing emails as cybercriminals exploit PDFs and mobile security gaps.
Tech
Kaspersky Warns of AI-Driven Threats in Retail Cybersecurity for 2026
Kaspersky reports surging ransomware and phishing in 2025 retail sector, forecasts AI impacts on shopping privacy in 2026.
Cybersecurity
Why AI Alone Won’t Save Malaysian Businesses from Cybercrime
AI enhances cybersecurity, but human vigilance is essential as cybercriminals also adopt advanced tactics, threatening businesses.
Byline
The People Problem: Why Cybersecurity Starts with Your Staff
Human error remains Malaysia’s top cyber risk as rising fraud cases, burnout, and alert overload undermine growing cybersecurity investments in 2025.
Byline
Cyber Security Foundations: A Strategic Addition to University Curricula
The urgent need for cybersecurity education in universities to prepare students for evolving cyber threats and ensure digital resilience.
Byline
Beyond the Perimeter: Building Trust and Proactive Defense in the AI Era
AI PCs transform cybersecurity, providing proactive, foundational protection against evolving threats by embedding security at the hardware level and automating responses.
Tech
58% of Retailers Pay Ransom as Cyber Threats Intensify — Sophos Report
Sophos’ latest ransomware report reveals that 58% of retail victims paid ransoms, with median demands doubling to US$2 million. Nearly half traced attacks to…
Cybersecurity
Kaspersky Finds Security Flaws that Threaten Vehicle Safety
Kaspersky's audit exposed severe vulnerabilities in a car manufacturer’s systems, threatening vehicle security and sensitive data.
Byline
Shadow AI: The Hidden Insider Threat Lurking in Malaysian Companies
AI is enhancing productivity in Malaysia, but unapproved AI tools, or shadow AI, pose security risks, necessitating better governance and oversight.
Tech
Cybersecurity: Malaysia Strengthens Cyber Resilience with New Laws and National Strategy
Malaysia reinforces its cyber defenses through new legislation and a long-term national strategy, promoting shared responsibility in digital security.
Cybersecurity
Kaspersky Strengthens Industrial Cybersecurity with Upgraded KICS Platform
Kaspersky enhances its Industrial CyberSecurity platform with XDR upgrades, Linux support, and advanced visibility to protect Malaysia’s smart industries.