Threat Landscape stories - Page 33
Social engineering a profitable business for hackers
Thu, 6th Apr 2023
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phishing
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email security
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supply chain
Widespread accessibility to generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, means that email scams are more convincing than ever before.
Cybersecurity increasingly important for MSPs - report
Wed, 5th Apr 2023
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supply chain
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cloud services
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connectwise
ConnectWise, the software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), has announced the findings of its annual MSP Threat Report.
Disconnect between confidence in cyber resilience and capabilities
Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
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cyber resilience
Some 82% of cyber leaders agree they could have mitigated some to all of the damage of their most significant cyber incident if they were better prepared.
Ransomware attacks rise 45% in Feb, LockBit ramps up activity
Fri, 31st Mar 2023
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ransomware
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cybersecurity insurance
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks surged in February with a 45% increase from January, highlighting the growing threat, according to NCC Group's analysis.
Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Microsoft unveils Security Copilot, an AI-powered cybersecurity tool that helps detect and respond to threats more effectively.
European security spend boosts in face of ransomware attacks
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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edutech
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
IDC has released new research showing that the current geopolitical situation is driving Europe's increased security spend.
Microsoft Exchange and Log4j continue to be top points of compromise
Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Arctic Wolf, a global specialist in security operations, has published its annual Arctic Wolf Labs Threat Report, revealing a year of turbulence.
BlueVoyant extends Splunk functionality for better MDR
Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
BlueVoyant has announced enhanced Splunk capabilities, with end-to-end consulting, implementation, and Managed Detection & Response (MDR) services.
Jumpsec reports a 17% increase in ransomware across the UK
Tue, 21st Mar 2023
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ransomware
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cybersecurity insurance
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cybersecurity
The reported ransomware incidents increased by 17% in the UK last year, with LockBit dominating the ransomware attack landscape, in the UK and worldwide.
Rapid7 appoints Jaya Baloo as Chief Security Officer
Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Jaya Baloo was appointed as the Chief Security Officer of Rapid7, bringing over 20 years of experience in Information Security to the role.
Ontinue hires cybersecurity experts for leadership roles
Thu, 16th Mar 2023
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uc
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firewalls
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digital transformation
Managed detection and response division Ontinue has appointed Craig Jones and Gareth Lindahl-Wise as VP of Security Operations and CISO, respectively.
BeyondTrust named one of the 'hottest privately held cybersecurity vendors'
Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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pam
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cybersecurity
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identity
BeyondTrust, the intelligent identity and access security specialist, has been named to JMP Securities Cyber 66.
NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services
Mon, 13th Mar 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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cloud services
NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services, aiming to deliver threat intelligence-led real-time defenses.
If you want to catch a thief, you need open security
Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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strategy
Getting one step ahead of malicious attackers will require companies to take an entirely new approach to IT security.
The CISO's guide to cybersecurity investment in 2023
Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
In a challenging economic climate, there are no guarantees when it comes to cybersecurity budgets, and CISOs must prepare to adjust investments accordingly.
Yubico announces the release of its Security Key series
Thu, 9th Mar 2023
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mfa
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iam
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cybersecurity
The keys are accessible through the YubiEnterprise Subscription program for enterprises or directly on Yubico's website for customers.
IWD 2023: Why Women Are the Answer to Cybersecurity's Talent Shortage
Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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cybersecurity
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workforce technology
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iwd
Despite progress made in bringing more women into the industry over the last few years, they still only make up 25% of the global cybersecurity workforce.
Ransomware attacks decreased 38% in January - report
Mon, 6th Mar 2023
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Though a significant drop from the previous month, the total is the highest volume of attacks recorded in January over the last three years.
WatchGuard launches ThreatSync to simplify and empower cybersecurity
Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
ThreatSync is a comprehensive XDR solution included as part of WatchGuard's Unified Security Platform architecture.
How to get cyber insurance – what mid-sized organisations need to know
Thu, 2nd Mar 2023
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cybersecurity insurance
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mfa
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iam
As cyber threats continue to proliferate, mid-sized organisations are seeking cyber insurance coverage. But insurers are raising premiums.