Overview This report documents a large-scale phishing campaign in which attackers abused legitimate software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms to deliver phone-based scam lures that appeared authentic and trustworthy. Rather than spoofing domains or compromising services, the attackers deliberately misused native platform functionality to generate and distribute emails that closely resembled routine service notifications, inheriting the trust, reputation, and authentication posture of well-known SaaS providers. The campaign generated approximately 133,260 phishing emails, impacting 20,049 organizations. It is part of a broader and rapidly escalating trend in which attackers weaponize trusted brands and native cloud workflows to maximize delivery, credibility, and reach. Observed brands […]

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Executive Summary Check Point Research uncovered highly targeted cyber espionage campaigns aimed at government and law enforcement agencies across the ASEAN region throughout 2025. The activity is attributed to Amaranth-Dragon, a previously untracked threat actor assessed to be closely linked to the China-affiliated APT 41 ecosystem. The group weaponized newly disclosed vulnerabilities within days, including a critical WinRAR flaw, and paired them with lures tied to real-world political and security events. These operations demonstrate state-level discipline and precision, using country-restricted infrastructure, trusted cloud services, and stealthy tooling to quietly collect intelligence. A New Cyber Espionage Campaign Unfolds in Southeast Asia […]

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Check Point® Software Technologies today announced the 2025 Check Point Software Technologies EMEA Partner Award Winners, recognizing outstanding partners across the region who continue to deliver AI‑powered, prevention‑first cyber security outcomes for customers. The winners were honoured during the Check Point Software Technologies EMEA Sales Kickoff event in Vienna, attended by more than 1,000 employees and partners. As the cyber threat landscape across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa continues to accelerate in sophistication — driven by AI‑enhanced attacks, hybrid‑cloud complexity, and increasing regulatory pressure — these top‑performing partners delivered exceptional value, helping organizations strengthen resilience through AI‑powered, prevention‑first security. […]

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