What We Can Learn from the Endesa Data Breach
Today, we’d like to share a recent cybersecurity incident that caught our attention — not because it involved sophisticated hacking techniques, but because it highlights how customer data can still be exposed even when core systems remain operational. It’s a useful case study for any organisation that handles personal or payment information. Spanish energy company […]
A New Phishing Technique Using Legitimate Hosting — What Businesses Should Know
Hello and welcome! We hope you’re doing well. Today, we’d like to share an interesting cybersecurity article we came across that highlights how phishing tactics are continuing to evolve. What stood out to us is not just who is behind the attack, but how it was carried out — by abusing legitimate online services that […]
Digital Wallets and Decentralised Identity Are Accelerating
According to digital identity specialists at Ping Identity, the coming year will see rapid growth in digital wallets, decentralised identity, and continuous monitoring of both human and machine identities, driven largely by the rise of AI-enabled cyber threats. Below is our summary and interpretation of the key themes from the article by Shannon Williams, journalist […]
Cybersecurity Priorities for 2026: What Organisations Need to Prepare For
Insights shared by DigiCert (Australia & Asia-Pacific) At CSB, we regularly review industry research and expert commentary to help organisations prepare for emerging cybersecurity risks. We recently came across an insightful article published by DigiCert, a global digital trust provider, which outlines eight key security priorities expected to shape organisational risk strategies in 2026. We […]
From Open Source to OpenAI: How Third-Party Risk Is Evolving
For years, the technology industry has embraced the mantra “move fast and break things.” While this approach has accelerated innovation, it has also quietly expanded the attack surface — particularly through third-party software and services. From open-source libraries to AI-enabled coding assistants, modern development tools are helping organisations move faster than ever. Unfortunately, these same […]
Cybersecurity in 2026: Why Identity, Not Infrastructure, Is the New Front Line
At CSB, we regularly review and share thought-leading insights from respected voices in the global cybersecurity community to help our clients and audiences stay ahead of emerging risks. We would like to highlight an insightful article on cybersecurity trends in 2026, written by Dr. Torsten George, an internationally recognised IT security expert based in the […]
Tech Support Scammers Exploit Legitimate Websites to Trick Users
Cybercriminals are finding new ways to trick unsuspecting users into calling fraudulent tech support hotlines. A recent campaign uncovered by security firm Malwarebytes reveals how scammers are manipulating legitimate websites of major companies—including Apple, Microsoft, HP, Facebook, Netflix, Bank of America, and PayPal—to display fake support phone numbers. How the Scam Works The attackers purchase […]
AI Voice Cloning Sparks Fraud Concerns in Financial Sector
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries worldwide—but it is also creating new risks that financial institutions can no longer ignore. Speaking at a Federal Reserve conference in Washington this week, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warned of a “significant impending fraud crisis” fueled by AI’s ability to impersonate voices with alarming accuracy. Voice Authentication Under Threat For […]
Alleged Administrator of XSS Cybercrime Forum Arrested in Ukraine
Alleged Administrator of XSS Cybercrime Forum Arrested in Ukraine In a major development in the fight against cybercrime, French authorities have confirmed the arrest of an alleged administrator of XSS.is, a long-running Russian-language cybercrime forum notorious for trafficking in ransomware, malware, and stolen data. The arrest occurred on July 22, 2025, in Ukraine, and was […]
UK Student Jailed for Selling Over 1,000 Phishing Kits Used in Global Fraud Scheme
UK Student Jailed for Selling Over 1,000 Phishing Kits Used in Global Fraud Scheme A 21-year-old British man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for developing and distributing phishing kits that enabled cybercriminals to steal sensitive information from individuals and organisations across 24 countries. Ollie Holman, from Eastcote in West London, pleaded guilty […]