Over 117,000 systems in Singapore infected by malware last year, 67% jump from 2023: CSA report
Cyberattacks in Singapore spiked last year, with over 117,000 systems infected — a 67% jump from 2023. Many were hijacked for massive DDoS campaigns, while ransomware cases climbed 21%, especially against manufacturing and professional services. Add to that the growing activity from state-backed groups, and it’s clear the pressure is rising on businesses of all sizes. This is the right moment to take a hard look at your security posture. We’re offering a no-obligation consultation to help you spot gaps and build resilience before attackers do.
(Source: Channel News Asia) |
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Oracle says hackers are trying to extort its customers
Oracle confirmed its E-Business Suite customers have received extortion emails as hackers, linked to the “cl0p” ransomware group, claim to have exploited known vulnerabilities and demand payouts in the millions. Extortion demands reportedly range as high as $50 million, illustrating how attackers shift from pure data theft to high-stakes coercion. Organizations that fail to patch or prepare can find themselves negotiating under pressure. The smarter move is to stay ahead of the threat — audit your software stack, apply critical fixes, and keep your incident response plans sharp so extortionists never gain the upper hand.
(Source: Channel News Asia) |
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Microsoft Patches Critical Entra ID Flaw Enabling Global Admin Impersonation Across Tenants
Microsoft has fixed a severe vulnerability in Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) that could have allowed attackers to impersonate users, including global admins. Rated a maximum 10.0 in severity, the flaw highlights how fragile identity systems can become if not constantly scrutinized. Zero-trust identity is survival and not just theory. If attackers could walk straight into your admin console, could you detect it before the damage was done? Strengthen your identity protections and enforce layered controls so one weakness doesn’t become a total compromise.
(Source: The Hacker News) |
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Microsoft says Azure cloud computing service disrupted by fiber cuts in the Red Sea
Severed undersea cables in the Red Sea caused major latency issues and service interruptions for Azure customers in September. While traffic was rerouted, the incident proved that even the most advanced cloud platforms remain tethered to fragile physical infrastructure. The takeaway: “always-on” doesn’t exist without redundancy. Cloud availability can’t be left to chance, test your continuity plans, validate your backups, and build resilience so outages don’t take your business down with them.
(Source: CNBC) |
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Japanese brewing giant Asahi hit by cyber-attack
Asahi, one of Japan’s largest brewers, suffered a cyberattack that knocked out order, shipping, and customer service systems, causing significant disruption. While no stolen data has been confirmed, the operational impact shows how even beloved consumer brands are vulnerable. When attackers go after a brewery, it isn’t just servers that crash, it’s pints, parties, and weekend plans left hanging dry – and that’s something beer lovers won’t raise a glass to. Reinforce your security today before your operations tap out.
(Source: BBC) |
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