Check Point Software stories - Page 4
Canadian firms lost over CAD $103 million to deepfake scams
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Canadian firms lost over CAD $103 million to deepfake scams amid 1,309 weekly cyber attacks, with email phishing driving 71% of malicious file deliveries in 2025.
Check Point launches Canada CloudGuard WAF PoP to boost security
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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devops
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network security
Check Point Software launches a CloudGuard WAF Point of Presence in Canada, enhancing localised cloud security, reducing latency, and boosting regulatory compliance.
Jonathan Zanger named CTO to advance AI at Check Point
Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Jonathan Zanger appointed CTO at Check Point to lead AI-driven cyber security initiatives and advance automation across its Infinity Platform globally.
Check Point earns CREST accreditation for penetration testing
Mon, 21st Jul 2025
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firewalls
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devops
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network security
Check Point Software Technologies has earned CREST accreditation for its penetration testing services, affirming its high standards in cybersecurity assurance.
Check Point launches Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls for SMB security
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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uc
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firewalls
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ransomware
Check Point unveils Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls with Wi-Fi 7, 5G, and AI security, targeting SMBs facing a 61% rise in cyberattacks and boosting MSP support.
Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report
Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Check Point has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Zero Trust Platforms report for its Infinity Platform's unified, prevention-first security approach.
LevelBlue launches global cybersecurity partner programme
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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email security
LevelBlue has launched a new Partner Programme for global Managed Service Providers and resellers, aiming to simplify cybersecurity and boost revenue.
Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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network security
Check Point Software Technologies and Wiz have unveiled a strategic partnership to enhance security for hybrid cloud environments, bridging network and application protection.
Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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malware
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.
Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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it automation
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partner programmes
Geoff Waters has been hired as Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks, aiming to boost global sales, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
New malware campaign exploits Microsoft's digital signature verification
Thu, 6th Jan 2022
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malware
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
New Zloader malware campaign exploits Microsoft's digital signature verification, targeting over 2,000 victims in 111 countries.
Cyberattacks on healthcare organisations 'out of control' - Check Point
Wed, 6th Jan 2021
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Cyberattacks on healthcare organizations have increased by 45% in the last two months, making healthcare the most targeted industry, according to Check Point.
Check Point names February's most disruptive malware
Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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security vulnerabilities
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coinhive
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cryptomining
Coinhive tops Check Point's Global Threat Index for February 2019, marking its 15th month as the most disruptive malware despite its impending shutdown.