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Sophos announces new CEO Joe Levy & CFO Jim Dildine
Firewalls

Sophos announces new CEO Joe Levy & CFO Jim Dildine

Sophos appoints Joe Levy as CEO, solidifying leadership with Jim Dildine as CFO, aiming to fortify midmarket cybersecurity and drive global growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences
Firewalls

Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences

Security sprawl from using too many vendors can weaken defences and create management challenges, even for small businesses. Here's how to streamline.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Cyberattacks exploiting trusted ties spanned over a month in 2023
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyberattacks exploiting trusted ties spanned over a month in 2023

Cyberattacks exploiting trusted relationships surged in 2023, with over 20% lasting more than a month, according to Kaspersky.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Why powerful, secure networks are critical for first-class healthcare
Digital Transformation

Why powerful, secure networks are critical for first-class healthcare

In the wake of the pandemic, healthcare faces staff shortages, cyber threats, and budget constraints, making robust, secure networks essential for top-tier medical care.

By Carmelo Calafiore • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Microsoft addresses 59 CVEs including critical zero-day flaws
Cybersecurity

Microsoft addresses 59 CVEs including critical zero-day flaws

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday addresses 59 CVEs, including one critical and three zero-days, with notable exploits in DWM Core and MSHTML surfaces.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
ANZ businesses face reality check on cyber recovery timelines
Data Protection

ANZ businesses face reality check on cyber recovery timelines

ANZ businesses face a stark reality check, as new research from Commvault reveals a major discrepancy between leaders' recovery expectations post-cyberattack and actual timelines.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
Zscaler & Google unite for enhanced zero-trust security
Data Protection

Zscaler & Google unite for enhanced zero-trust security

Zscaler and Google team up to integrate Zscaler Private Access with Chrome Enterprise, setting new standards in zero-trust cybersecurity for private apps.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
UK IT leaders say £145K cyber loss needed for execs to act
Breach Prevention

UK IT leaders say £145K cyber loss needed for execs to act

UK cybersecurity leaders are downplaying risks amid boardroom pressure, with many believing a £145k financial loss is needed to spur executive action.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Trustwave report highlights public sector's cyber vulnerabilities
Phishing

Trustwave report highlights public sector's cyber vulnerabilities

Cyberattacks threaten the public sector's stability and security, Trustwave's new report reveals, urging robust cyber defence to protect critical systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Portnox names Joseph Rodriguez as new chief revenue officer
Cybersecurity

Portnox names Joseph Rodriguez as new chief revenue officer

Portnox appoints Joseph Rodriguez as Chief Revenue Officer to lead global sales efforts and drive revenue growth, focusing on North America and EMEA.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Avast report reveals rise in AI-powered cyberattacks & scams
Malware

Avast report reveals rise in AI-powered cyberattacks & scams

Avast's Q1 Threat Report spotlights a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks, with 90% of threats involving social engineering, deepfakes, and YouTube scams.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Progress partners with Veeam for cyber defence solution
Virtualisation

Progress partners with Veeam for cyber defence solution

Progress and Veeam Software ally to launch an advanced cyber defence solution, enhancing security of vital customer data, amid a soaring worldwide cyber threat scenario.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

What does the Australian Cyber Security Strategy mean for you?
Unified Communications

What does the Australian Cyber Security Strategy mean for you?

The Australian Government's expansive Cyber Security Strategy aims to foster a resilient, inclusive digital future, securing businesses, individuals, and the national economy against escalating cyber threats.

By Mike Franklin • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Infosecurity Europe 2024 report highlights growing cyber threats
Ransomware

Infosecurity Europe 2024 report highlights growing cyber threats

Infosecurity Europe unveils its 2024 Cybersecurity Trends report, showing ransomware and AI-driven attacks are pushing 40% of firms to boost cyber defence investments.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as security advisor to government
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as security advisor to government

Australian cyber security consultancy Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as Security Advisor to the Federal Government amid rising cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
Immersive Labs partners with DoD for enhanced cyber training
Education, Learning & Training

Immersive Labs partners with DoD for enhanced cyber training

Immersive Labs teams up with the US Department of Defense to offer advanced cyber training, enhancing military personnel's skills to counter escalating cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Sophos gains top NCSC certification for incident response
Firewalls

Sophos gains top NCSC certification for incident response

Sophos achieves prestigious NCSC's CIR Level 2 status, solidifying its role as a trusted partner against escalating cyber threats like ransomware.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
Australian firms under-reporting ransomware attacks
Unified Communications

Australian firms under-reporting ransomware attacks

One in 10 Australian businesses failed to report ransomware attacks to law enforcement agencies, encouraging cybercriminals and impeding their capture.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024