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AI threats top concern for UK SMEs' cybersecurity in 2025

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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A study by Six Degrees reveals AI-generated attacks are the top cybersecurity worry for 35% of UK SMEs heading into 2025, eclipsing traditional threats.
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The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Cybersecurity has become critical for manufacturing, with ransomware attacks representing 71% of incidents. Proactive strategies are essential to mitigate risks.
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Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
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NetApp partners with Exclusive Networks for UK data security

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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NetApp and Exclusive Networks have teamed up to enhance data security solutions for UK and Ireland businesses amid rising cyber threats.
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Education remains a target for cyberattacks says Microsoft

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.
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Barracuda exposes advanced phishing attacks with new malware

Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Barracuda Networks reports a new wave of phishing attacks using advanced “infostealer” malware that exfiltrates extensive sensitive data, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Rise of Cybersecurity as a Service in the digital age

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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As cyber threats grow more complex, organisations turn to Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) for scalable, expert-led protection, leveraging cloud-based solutions to fortify defences and ensure compliance.
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Cybersixgill launches AI tool to streamline threat reports

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Cybersixgill debuts its AI-powered IQ Report Generator, offering rapid, customised threat intelligence reports, revolutionising the CTI reporting process for MSSPs and security teams.
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Analytic Partners earns ISO 27001 certification, enhancing data security

Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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Analytic Partners earns ISO 27001 certification for enhanced data protection, marking a major advancement for the company's security portfolio.
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Hunter-killer malware surges by 333%, says Picus Red Report 2024

Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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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.
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Bugcrowd launches CrowdConnect for bolstered global cybersecurity

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Bugcrowd's CrowdConnect Partner Program offers global partners a multi-solution cybersecurity platform, harnessing collective hacker creativity and improving cybersecurity strategies.
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Sharp rise in cybercrime across EMEA in first half of 2023

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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EMEA region hit hardest as global DDoS attacks rise by 31%. France, Germany, Italy, Kenya, and Saudi Arabia among most targeted nations.
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Splunk's 2023 CISO report reveals increasingly disrupted landscape

Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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Disrupted cyber attacks are on the rise according to Splunk's CISO Report, with 90% of orgs hit in the past year and 83% paying ransoms.
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Cytek appoints Michael Arov as Head of Company

Tue, 4th Jul 2023
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Cytek, a global cybersecurity solutions provider, appoints industry leader Michael Arov as Head of the company. #Cybersecurity #Leadership.
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Illumio's cybersecurity experts predict priorities for 2023

Fri, 25th Nov 2022
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Illumio predicts breach containment, consolidation, and better governance as priorities for 2023 and warns of increased threats to healthcare and energy.
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Fortinet training edges toward closing cybersecurity gap

Thu, 12th May 2022
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The Fortinet Training Institute has made significant progress in closing the cybersecurity skills gap, on track to train one million people by 2026.
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Divide between IT and OT teams hindering unified cybersecurity strategies

Fri, 12th Nov 2021
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Organizations are hindered by a cultural divide between IT and OT teams, preventing a unified cybersecurity strategy, a report from Dragos has found.
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Appgate launches latest version of zero trust network access solution

Mon, 1st Nov 2021
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Appgate launches new version of zero trust network access solution, offering enhanced capabilities for enterprises.
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Ping Identity acquires Singular Key, extends no-code functionality

Thu, 30th Sep 2021
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Ping Identity has acquired no-code identity specialist Singular Key to streamline integration of identity services.
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Traditional solutions fail to secure organisations against today's malware

Tue, 29th Jun 2021
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Traditional anti-malware solutions miss nearly 75% of threats, according to new research from WatchGuard Technologies.