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Critical Infrastructure stories - Page 16

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Kiteworks brings TDF controls to secure data beyond perimeters

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Kiteworks adds Trusted Data Format to secure sensitive data with persistent digital rights controls beyond organisational borders in critical sectors.
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Fortinet & Crime Stoppers launch global cybercrime bounty scheme

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Fortinet and Crime Stoppers International launch a global Cybercrime Bounty to anonymously report threats and boost law enforcement efforts worldwide.
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F5 BIG-IP hack exposes critical infrastructure to major risk

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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A state-sponsored hack of F5's BIG-IP products risks critical infrastructure globally by exposing industrial control systems to unauthorised access and disruption.
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Ransomware attacks surge 28% in September as Industrials sector hit hardest

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Global ransomware attacks surged 28% in September, with Industrials hardest hit, as cyber criminals ramp up efforts ahead of the busy holiday season.
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Rapid7 reveals global findings in latest cyber-threat report

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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encryption
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phishing
Rapid7 warns AI and quantum computing will escalate cyber threats, urging firms to adopt advanced defences and post-quantum cryptography amid rising hybrid attacks.
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CrowdStrike & NVIDIA develop real-time AI agents for cyber defence

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
CrowdStrike and NVIDIA have joined forces to create autonomous AI agents that provide real-time cybersecurity across cloud, data centre, and edge environments.
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DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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network security
DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.
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DroneSentry-C2 integrates ADS-B to boost airspace safety features

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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cloud services
DroneShield's DroneSentry-C2 now integrates ADS-B data to enhance airspace safety by better distinguishing drones from conventional aircraft in critical operations.
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Why quantum threats demand our attention this Cybersecurity Month

Mon, 20th Oct 2025
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encryption
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quantum computing
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights current risks, experts warn we must urgently prepare for quantum computing's looming threat to encryption security.
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Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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supply chain
Semperis's documentary, Midnight in the War Room, unveils the human stories behind defending vital infrastructure from global cyber threats.
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F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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cloud security
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supply chain
F5 has suffered a major breach exposing BIG-IP source code and security flaws, raising global risks amid limited evidence of exploitation so far.
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Global cyber regulation moves from compliance to resilience

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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NCC Group's new report reveals a global shift from cyber compliance to resilience, urging businesses to adopt long-term, adaptive governance amid rising offensive cyber threats.
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Ransomware surge in Q3 2025 as new alliances target more sectors

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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encryption
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks hit a record in Q3 2025 as new alliances broaden targets to sectors like healthcare and critical infrastructure worldwide.
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Squareroot8 & Partisia launch FracQtion for quantum security

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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quantum computing
Squareroot8 and Partisia have launched FracQtion, a hybrid hardware-software solution addressing quantum-era security threats like harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks.
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Dragos unveils Platform 3.0 with AI tools for OT cyber defence

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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ai
Dragos launches Platform 3.0, featuring AI tools and Insights Hub to boost rapid cyber defence for industrial operational technology environments.
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Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz to drive strategic partnerships growth

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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edge computing
Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz as VP of Strategic Partnerships to boost growth across critical sectors with her 20+ years experience in security and AI.
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Experts warn on risks and readiness ahead of World Quantum Day

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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data protection
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encryption
Quantum computing's rise promises breakthroughs but threatens current encryption, urging urgent adoption of post-quantum security by businesses worldwide.
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Firevault unveils offline digital vault to combat rising cyber risks

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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data protection
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breach prevention
Firevault launches offline digital vault system to shield businesses and directors from rising cyber breach risks and hefty fines in the UK and worldwide.
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Preemptive cybersecurity to reach 50% of IT security spend by 2030

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Preemptive cybersecurity is set to command 50% of IT security spend by 2030, driven by AI and machine learning to counter rising cyber threats, says Gartner.
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Critical infrastructure sees 91% OT breach rate in 18 months

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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power / energy
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risk & compliance
A global study reveals 91% of critical infrastructure firms faced operational technology breaches in 18 months, causing major service and financial impacts.