Threats

Mimecast opened an ASEAN regional headquarters in Singapore, named Nicky Choo APAC vice president, and planned a Singapore data center.

CISA and partners report pro-Russia hacktivists exploit internet-facing VNC to access OT control devices and cause physical damage.

Capgemini joined a consortium chosen by the European Commission for a four-year cybersecurity contract covering 71 EU institutions.

Check Point released Quantum Firewall Software R82.10 with 20+ features to secure AI, enforce Zero Trust and unify hybrid mesh protection.

KnowBe4 was listed in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms for the second consecutive year.

Darktrace said Darktrace / EMAIL appeared in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms and is used by over 6,000 organizations.

Salt Security extended API behavioral protection to detect and block malicious intent targeting MCP servers deployed in the AWS ecosystem.

BAE Systems launched Velhawk, a cybersecurity framework for government customers that combines AI, automation, and adaptive analytics.

Rapid7 and HITRUST announced a partnership integrating Rapid7’s Surface Command platform with HITRUST's assurance framework to automate compliance.

Cyber threat actors employ commercial spyware and social engineering to access mobile messaging apps like Signal and WhatsApp, targeting individuals such as government officials and civil society organizations across the US, Middle East, and Europe. Users are advised to follow best practice guidance to mitigate risks.

Avast introduced a daily YouTube animated series in December 2025 to inform viewers about prevalent holiday scams.