Our Scans · (FS.8.07) Cybersecurity · Weekly Summary

• [New] Ukraine's CERT-UA has observed Russian hackers using AI to automate cyberattacks, generate malware, and exploit zero-click vulnerabilities, marking a shift toward Steal & Go operations and AI-assisted hybrid warfare coordinated with missile strikes. EU DisinfoLab
• [New] In 2025, cybersecurity is no longer a tech issue, it's a business risk, a supply chain risk, and a reputational risk. Rapid7
• [New] The National Institute of Standards and Technology plays the role of establishing strict standards for AI with cybersecurity, such as in areas like red teaming: identifying vulnerabilities in AIs before their wide release. Splunk
• [New] The Federal Communications Commission will vote next month on whether to eliminate cybersecurity requirements for telecom carriers that the commission enacted under its previous leadership following sweeping Chinese government cyberattacks on telecoms. Cybersecurity Dive
• [New] Geopolitical & Regional Threats: The United States, Ukraine, and UK top the list of targeted countries, with new ransomware campaigns observed against maritime, rail, and air cargo systems. SOCRadar Cyber Intelligence Inc.
• [New] The Aadhaar Vision 2032 committee will develop a detailed policy and technology framework over the coming months, defining how the next-generation Aadhaar infrastructure aligns with India's digital governance priorities and the global benchmarks for privacy, cybersecurity, and interoperability. The420.in
• [New] Cybersecurity is projected to create 3.5 million new jobs globally by 2030, with India emerging as one of the fastest-growing talent markets. The Eastern Herald
• [New] The BofA report cites Cybersecurity Ventures, who predicts that cybercrime - such as hacking, fake videos, and stealing personal data - is expected to cost the world $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. Cybercrime Magazine
• [New] Rapid digital transformation in countries such as India, China, Japan, and South Korea has created vast opportunities for cybersecurity vendors. openpr
• [New] Demand for cyber insurance in the UK has surged by around 50% over the past two years, reflecting growing awareness of ransomware and data breach risks. Insurance Business
• [New] Saudi cybersecurity firm Cipher will be launching its European office in London, representing £37 million of investment over the next ten years and deepening collaboration on digital security and resilience. GOV.UK
• [New] 44% of company respondents have reported negative results from AI adoption, such as inaccuracies, cybersecurity risks, and IP infringement. DesignRush
• [New] ASEAN should create a permanent Cybersecurity Fusion Centre in Singapore to combine CERT experts who will manage threat intelligence coordination and red team operations while deploying emergency response teams according to pre-established legal agreements. Eurasia Review
• The new Cybersecurity Symposium will tackle digital threats in gaming, focusing on emerging risks, fraud prevention, regulatory compliance, and strategies to protect Canada's gaming ecosystem. Yogonet
• The BFSI sector is expected to lead, driven by the increasing adoption of digital banking, the surge in ransomware attacks, and regulatory compliance needs like PCI DSS and GDPR. openpr
• Only 7% of respondents feel extremely confident that their organization could successfully navigate a ransomware attack in 2026. ISACA
• London-Over half of European IT and cybersecurity professionals fear AI-driven cyber threats and deepfakes will keep them up at night next year. ISACA
• If successful, DEFA would become the world's first region-wide digital economy agreement, potentially unlocking a $2 trillion digital economy by 2030 by harmonizing regional standards on digital trade, e-commerce, cross-border data flows, cybersecurity, and AI governance. The Diplomat
• From nation-state espionage campaigns to massive ransomware operations, organizations worldwide are facing unprecedented threats. Breached Company
• North Korea's Lazarus Group has successfully compromised Europe's unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector with its Operation DreamJob campaign, which promises job seekers lucrative employment opportunities - but then delivers a malware-laced offer and a compromised computer. The Register
• Ransomware solidified its position as the preeminent threat to operational stability and financial health in 2025. Medium
• Ransomware emerged as the dominant financial risk, accounting for a staggering 91% of incurred losses, with the average claim cost surpassing $1.18 million. Medium
• Microsoft processes over 100 trillion security signals daily, blocking 4.5 million malware attempts and analyzing 38 million identity risk detections. Forensic Focus

Last updated: 06 November 2025