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State-linked group targets energy grid operators with new malware

State-linked group targets has moved to the centre of the policy debate. At the international level, the picture is mixed. While multilateral forums have produced statements of shared concern, concrete commitments — on f...

Priya Raman Aug 18, 2026 3 min

Ransomware attacks on hospitals rise sharply, report finds

Ransomware attacks on has moved to the centre of the policy debate. Ultimately, the question is not whether the system will be tested again, but how prepared it will be when that happens. On current evidence, the answer...

James Mwangi Aug 17, 2026 3 min

Critical vulnerability in widely used VPN appliances under active exploitation

Critical vulnerability in has moved to the centre of the policy debate. Interviews with security officials suggest a growing recognition that deterrence must be paired with resilience. Hardening critical infrastructure,...

Elena Petrova Aug 17, 2026 3 min

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Cybersecurity

State-linked group targets energy grid operators with new malware

Ransomware attacks on hospitals rise sharply, report finds

Critical vulnerability in widely used VPN appliances under active exploitation