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Trustwave reveals cybersecurity threats targeting education sector

Cybersecurity firm Trustwave has revealed unique threats facing the education sector in their latest analysis, 2024 Education Threat Landscape, offering key strategies for building cybersecurity resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024

Phishing

Avast thwarts 10 billion cyber attacks, reveals new threats

Avast blocks 10 billion cyber threats, highlighting an alarming surge in new threats as cyber attackers find innovative ways to exploit trusted digital mediums.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024

Customer Relationship Management

Why is Printing the Last to Reach the Cloud?

Despite the widespread adoption of cloud storage solutions, the transition of printing services to the cloud has lagged behind due to technology availability, data security concerns and large file sizes.

By Lucas Randall • 6 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024

Security Information and Event Management

LogRhythm appoints Mazen Dohaji as GM & VP for new METAPAC region

Cybersecurity provider LogRhythm appoints Mazen Adnan Dohaji as General Manager and VP of its recently established METAPAC sector, boosting their commitment to combat cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024

Semiconductors

Goldilock & Patriot Tools team up for US cyber defence

Goldilock, UK-based developer of a NATO-endorsed cyber kill-switch, has revealed a crucial strategy to beef up American security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024

Unified Communications

Half-year surge in cyber attacks on infrastructure, says Dragos

Worldwide cybersecurity expert Dragos reports a 50% surge in politically motivated cyberattacks and new threat clusters targeting critical infrastructure.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024

Data Protection

CrowdStrike announces imminent launch of Charlotte AI & Falcon for IT

Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike rolls out advanced security products, Charlotte AI and Falcon for IT, using generative AI to enhance cybersecurity capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024

Firewalls

New Barracuda threat report reveals web apps exploitation methods

The Threat Spotlight report by Barracuda Networks reveals a surge in cyberattacks exploiting web application security gaps, with over 18 billion attacks mitigated in 2023.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2024

DevOps

Businesses caught underprepared for Active Directory outages, Cayosoft reveals

A recent report by Cayosoft shows a lack of preparedness for Active Directory outages, potentially costing companies millions per day and risking severe operational disruption.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024

Endpoint Protection

Vectra AI debuts global MXDR for hybrid attack defense

Vectra AI introduces the first worldwide, 24/7 MXDR service to defend against increasingly complex hybrid cyber threats, combining AI-driven threat detection and expert human response to bolster stressed security teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Armis acquires CTCI, forms AI-powered cybersecurity powerhouse

Armis acquires AI threat intelligence firm, CTCI, boosting its forecast abilities and creating a powerful new Global Threat Intelligence Service.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024

Malware

Hunter-killer malware surges by 333%, says Picus Red Report 2024

The 2024 Picus Red Report reveals a 333% rise in Hunter-killer malware targeting and disabling security defences, reflecting a concerning escalation in cyber-attack strategies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Commvault reports strong Q3 results with 11% revenue growth

Data management giant Commvault reports an 11% YoY increase in Q3 total revenues at USD$216.8 million and a 17% rise in annual recurring revenue.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024

Phishing

Australian & NZ workers fear businesses are ill-equipped for cyber threats

Nearly half of Australian and New Zealand workers do not feel ready to combat cyberattack threats, with 43% fearing becoming scam or phishing victims at work, ELMO Software research reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Cisco launches AI-driven enhancements for secure cloud networking

Cisco unveilis new AI-driven, integrated security services aimed to simplify operations and bolster enterprise network management efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024

Ransomware

AI-boosted phishing sees 222% surge, warns Acronis report

Acronis' H2 2023 Cyberthreats Report reveals a disturbing 222% rise in email attacks with AI-enhanced phishing impacting over 90% of organisations worldwide.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024

Multi-factor authentication

QR code attacks surge on C-Suite executives, reveals Abnormal Security report

Cybercriminals are increasingly employing quishing attacks, utilising malicious QR codes to target high-ranking officials and smaller businesses, reveals AI-native cloud email security platform, Abnormal Security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 10th Feb 2024

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Ransomware

One billion dollars in funding for even more ransomware

Ransomware gangs increase pressure on victims by implementing ruthless extortion techniques enabled by the proliferation of cryptocurrencies and AI.

By James Blake • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024

Cybersecurity

Microsoft, NAB & CITT join forces to boost cybersecurity for Victoria's SMBs

A $1 million cybersecurity training initiative between Microsoft, National Australia Bank, and CITT aims to bolster security understanding for small businesses and equip students with practical industry experience in Victoria.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 17th Feb 2024