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Surge in hybrid cloud adoption drives need for better security
Virtualisation

Surge in hybrid cloud adoption drives need for better security

A study by Kaspersky and ISG reveals a surge in hybrid cloud and containerisation adoption, highlighting urgent needs for advanced cloud security solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
CloudSEK report uncovers rise in investment scams on social media
Social Media

CloudSEK report uncovers rise in investment scams on social media

CloudSEK reveals a surge in investment scams through WhatsApp and Telegram, with 29,000 fraudulent ads on Facebook and over 81,000 fake Twitter accounts.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
The importance of collaborating AI with human expertise
Security Information and Event Management

The importance of collaborating AI with human expertise

AI is reshaping cybersecurity, by spotlighting the powerful synergy between advanced tech and human expertise in thwarting cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
NCC Group reports 665% surge in LockBit ransomware attacks
Ransomware

NCC Group reports 665% surge in LockBit ransomware attacks

LockBit ransomware group sees a 665% surge, recording 176 attacks in May 2024, leading a spike in global ransomware activity, reports NCC Group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Trend Micro excels in MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluations
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Trend Micro excels in MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluations

Trend Micro excelled in the latest MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluations, achieving 100% visibility in threat detection and an 86% actionability rating.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology
Firewalls

Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology

A Fortinet report reveals a surge in cyberattacks on OT systems, with 73% of organisations hit, up from 49%. This rise emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
CrowdStrike sets speed record in MITRE's cybersecurity test
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CrowdStrike sets speed record in MITRE's cybersecurity test

CrowdStrike's Falcon Complete set a new cybersecurity benchmark by detecting a sophisticated eCrime attack within four minutes during MITRE's evaluation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Protecting data centres against emerging cybersecurity threats
Unified Communications

Protecting data centres against emerging cybersecurity threats

Data centres face rising, sophisticated cyber threats linked to geopolitical strife and financial motives. AI and partnerships are key to their defence.

By Abdul Khader Aslam • 5 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Rapid7 integrates generative AI to enhance threat detection
Semiconductors

Rapid7 integrates generative AI to enhance threat detection

Rapid7 unveils powerful generative AI in its Rapid7 AI Engine to revolutionise threat detection and response, enhancing their Managed Detection and Response services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Survey reveals AI-led security critical for business growth
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Survey reveals AI-led security critical for business growth

A survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals 92.5% of businesses see AI-led security as crucial for growth, with MSPs and MSSPs prioritising AI integration.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
WatchGuard report reveals surge in endpoint malware
Malware

WatchGuard report reveals surge in endpoint malware

WatchGuard Technologies' latest report reveals a stark contrast in malware trends: network detections halve, while endpoint attacks soar.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Trustwave launches new services to enhance Microsoft Security
Cybersecurity

Trustwave launches new services to enhance Microsoft Security

Trustwave enhances its partnership with Microsoft by launching new services to help organisations fully utilise Microsoft Security features within Microsoft 365 plans, including E5 and G5.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Appdome launches SDKProtect to secure mobile development
Endpoint Protection

Appdome launches SDKProtect to secure mobile development

Appdome launches SDKProtect to enhance mobile SDK security. This service aims to counteract threats like root detection evasion and data tampering, ensuring safer applications.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Appdome launches SDKProtect to combat mobile app security risks
Application Security

Appdome launches SDKProtect to combat mobile app security risks

Appdome launches SDKProtect to bolster mobile SDK security, aiming to curb fraud and enhance compliance in the mobile app sector through threat-aware SDK versions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

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NCSC's Malware Free Network disrupts 10 million cyber threats
Malware

NCSC's Malware Free Network disrupts 10 million cyber threats

The National Cyber Security Centre's Malware Free Network has thwarted 10 million cyber threats, safeguarding New Zealand organisations and individuals from online harm.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Infinigate Cloud partners with Chorus to boost cybersecurity services
Artificial Intelligence

Infinigate Cloud partners with Chorus to boost cybersecurity services

Infinigate Cloud partners with Chorus to bolster European MSP security with 24x7 SOCaaS, utilising Microsoft Sentinel, enhancing threat protection and response capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options
Leadership

UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options

A Coalition study reveals 87.6% of UK's mid-sized business IT leaders have faced cyber-attacks, voicing concerns about current insurance offerings' efficacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
SentinelOne & Advantage revolutionise AI-driven MDR in NZ
Semiconductors

SentinelOne & Advantage revolutionise AI-driven MDR in NZ

SentinelOne and Advantage team up to integrate generative AI into MDR services, revolutionising enterprise security in New Zealand with PurpleAI.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024