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Cybersecurity on a budget – what SMEs need to know
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity on a budget – what SMEs need to know

Remote and hybrid working have raised cybersecurity risks for SMEs, with limited budgets posing a challenge to IT teams. .

By Jay Ryerse • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2023
Check Point reveals 8% spike in global cyberattacks by mid-2023
Ransomware

Check Point reveals 8% spike in global cyberattacks by mid-2023

Lockbit3 leads ransomware surge in the year's first half, while unconventional targets surface amid new attack patterns.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
High cost of Privileged Access Management preventing deployment
Privileged Access Management

High cost of Privileged Access Management preventing deployment

While 91% of IT leaders are better protected with Privileged Access Management, they are seeking more affordable solutions amid economic downturn.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Volume of targeted ransomware attacks continue to rise
Firewalls

Volume of targeted ransomware attacks continue to rise

Organisations are detecting a decline in ransomware as the volume and impact of targeted attacks continue to rise.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Safeguarding ANZ's Industrial Systems from Cyber Threats
Internet of Things

Safeguarding ANZ's Industrial Systems from Cyber Threats

Survey reveals alarming statistics on operational technology cybersecurity in Australia and New Zealand. Urgent action needed to combat growing cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2023
Okta appoints ANZ Head of Public Sector and Higher Education
Identity and Access Management

Okta appoints ANZ Head of Public Sector and Higher Education

Okta appoints James Enoch as Head of Public Sector and Higher Education for ANZ, bolstering its commitment to identity-led solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Aug 2023
New threat report reveals 10 minutes from recon to attack
Cloud Security

New threat report reveals 10 minutes from recon to attack

The 2023 Global Cloud Threat Report breaks down what is lurking in some software supply chains and how automation has been weaponised in the cloud.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023
Ransomware down 57%, Secureworks warns against complacency
Ransomware

Ransomware down 57%, Secureworks warns against complacency

Secureworks has cautioned against complacency despite a 57% decline in ransomware incident response engagements in 2022.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jam - An update from Trustwave
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Video: 10 Minute IT Jam - An update from Trustwave

TechDay's 10-Minute IT Jams speaks to Craig Searle, Director of Consulting at Trustwave on crisis management and effective cyberattack protocols.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023
Radware solutions defend Israeli media website Rotter
Cybersecurity

Radware solutions defend Israeli media website Rotter

Rotter, an Israeli media business, has expanded its Radware cyber security and application delivery solutions portfolio.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2023
Illumio protects against ransomware with Microsoft Azure Firewall
Firewalls

Illumio protects against ransomware with Microsoft Azure Firewall

Illumio announces the general availability of Illumio for Microsoft Azure Firewall, designed to enhance cybersecurity and maximize the value of Azure Firewall.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2023
Supportive security culture essential for breach prevention
Breach Prevention

Supportive security culture essential for breach prevention

Improving the security culture within organisations plays a critical role in mitigating some breaches and bolster disaster recovery efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023
7.8% CAGR for critical infrastructure security till 2031: Adroit
Firewalls

7.8% CAGR for critical infrastructure security till 2031: Adroit

According to Adroit Market Research, the global critical infrastructure security market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% between 2021 and 2031.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023
Strong authentication best defence against Ransomware: Yubico
Ransomware

Strong authentication best defence against Ransomware: Yubico

Cybercriminals are now looking to leverage new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) models for profit-sharing in exchange for ransomware tools.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Aqua Security
Digital Transformation

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Aqua Security

Discover how Aqua Security is accelerating cloud transformation and addressing security challenges in the ANZ region.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023
Reported ransomware attacks double as AI tactics take hold
Firewalls

Reported ransomware attacks double as AI tactics take hold

Ransomware is at new heights as the frequency of attacks continues to climb with no sign of slowing down, according to Barracuda.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

BlueVoyant appoints Jon Leather as Head of European Supply Chain Defence Advisory
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

BlueVoyant appoints Jon Leather as Head of European Supply Chain Defence Advisory

BlueVoyant appoints cyber risk specialist Jon Leather as Head of European Supply Chain Defence, strengthening leadership team.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2023
Maximising your MSP partnership: How to choose a certified provider
Data Protection

Maximising your MSP partnership: How to choose a certified provider

Partnering with the right Managed Service Provider (MSP) can help organisations protect their business from cyber threats and ensure the best possible outcomes.

By Michael Woods • 5 min read • Mon, 14th Aug 2023