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Alchemy CyberDefence appoints Ben Ross as Managing Director
Software-as-a-Service

Alchemy CyberDefence appoints Ben Ross as Managing Director

Alchemy CyberDefence names Ben Ross as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging his two decades of experience to enhance cybersecurity and IT operations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Adaptive Shield unveils new AI security features at RSA Conference
Generative AI

Adaptive Shield unveils new AI security features at RSA Conference

Adaptive Shield debuts SSPM detection and response tools for AI applications at RSA Conference 2024, tackling security risks of generative AI integration.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Aon & SentinelOne team up to battle cyber threats
Unified Communications

Aon & SentinelOne team up to battle cyber threats

Global cost of cyber breaches may hit USD $23.84 billion by 2027, prompting Aon and SentinelOne to form a strategic alliance, enhancing cyber insurance processes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024
Edge cloud strategies to propel today's enterprise performance and security
Software-as-a-Service

Edge cloud strategies to propel today's enterprise performance and security

SaaS firms must innovate amid fierce competition, security challenges, and evolving regulations. Embracing edge cloud can ensure performance and agility.

By John Agger • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Malware

Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape

The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.

By Mina Mousa • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Adlumin enhances ransomware prevention with new exfiltration tool
Ransomware

Adlumin enhances ransomware prevention with new exfiltration tool

Adlumin unveils an enhanced Ransomware Prevention feature to detect and halt both encryption and data exfiltration tactics, combating double-extortion threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks
Artificial Intelligence

How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks

As cybercriminals exploit AI to amplify attacks, businesses are urged to upgrade legacy systems, integrate AI in security efforts, and enhance real-time threat detection.

By Ashley Diffey • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Arctic Wolf honours top partners at Sydney's Partner Jam event
EduTech

Arctic Wolf honours top partners at Sydney's Partner Jam event

Arctic Wolf celebrated its A/NZ 2024 Partner of the Year Awards at Sydney's Partner Jam, highlighting a 156% rise in regional partners since 2022.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Deloitte & Tenable announce expansion of cyber security services
Cloud Security

Deloitte & Tenable announce expansion of cyber security services

Deloitte expands its cyber solutions by integrating Tenable's technologies, enhancing vulnerability management, cloud security, and OT security for IoT and cyber risk management.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
CyberArk's new AI tools boost identity security efficiency
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CyberArk's new AI tools boost identity security efficiency

CyberArk launched CORA AI to combat identity threats with AI-powered insights and enhance the Identity Security Platform.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Arctic Wolf introduces Cyber Resilience Assessment tool
Cybersecurity insurance

Arctic Wolf introduces Cyber Resilience Assessment tool

Security operations firm, Arctic Wolf rolls out Cyber Resilience Assessment tool to strengthen companies' cybersecurity profiles and insurability by aligning them to industry-standard frameworks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Dynatrace boosts platform with Kubernetes Security Posture Management
Virtualisation

Dynatrace boosts platform with Kubernetes Security Posture Management

Dynatrace enhances platform with Kubernetes Security Posture Management capabilities for heightened observability-driven security, following successful integration of Runecast technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Yubico bolsters security with YubiKey 5.7 firmware update
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Yubico bolsters security with YubiKey 5.7 firmware update

Yubico enhances hardware authentication security with the release of YubiKey 5.7 firmware and Yubico Authenticator 7, moving organisations towards a passwordless future with increased cybersecurity measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 7th May 2024
Cybersixgill launches third-party module to tackle cybersecurity risks
Supply Chain

Cybersixgill launches third-party module to tackle cybersecurity risks

Cybersixgill launches a Third-Party Intelligence module to deliver vendor-specific cyber threat intelligence, aiding security teams in preemptive action against emerging threats from third-party suppliers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Secure Code Warrior launches industry-first SCW Trust Score for developer teams
DevOps

Secure Code Warrior launches industry-first SCW Trust Score for developer teams

Secure Code Warrior launches its SCW Trust Score, an industry-first tool measuring the security effectiveness of developer teams, vital for managing increased vulnerability risks in accelerated application development and AI.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Why it's time to embrace a single vendor SASE solution or risk confusion
Network Infrastructure

Why it's time to embrace a single vendor SASE solution or risk confusion

In the evolving cyber threat landscape, adopting a single vendor SASE solution is crucial for streamlined security and network management, enhancing protection and coherence.

By Robert Nobilo • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist
Supply Chain

Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist

Cyber resilience demands leaders adept at risk management, says a new CIO report, which includes practical tools like a risk management menu and resilience checklist.

By Siroui Mushegian • 4 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
Under the knife: Healthcare sector grappling with rising ransomware threat
Unified Communications

Under the knife: Healthcare sector grappling with rising ransomware threat

Australia's healthcare sector faces an increase in potentially fatal ransomware attacks, highlighting the importance of prioritised cybersecurity amidst digital transformation.

By Matthew Lowe • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024