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Social engineering a profitable business for hackers

Thu, 6th Apr 2023
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Widespread accessibility to generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, means that email scams are more convincing than ever before.
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Cybersecurity increasingly important for MSPs - report

Wed, 5th Apr 2023
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ConnectWise, the software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), has announced the findings of its annual MSP Threat Report.
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Disconnect between confidence in cyber resilience and capabilities

Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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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.
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Ransomware attacks rise 45% in Feb, LockBit ramps up activity

Fri, 31st Mar 2023
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Ransomware attacks surged in February with a 45% increase from January, highlighting the growing threat, according to NCC Group's analysis.
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Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot

Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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Microsoft unveils Security Copilot, an AI-powered cybersecurity tool that helps detect and respond to threats more effectively.
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European security spend boosts in face of ransomware attacks

Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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IDC has released new research showing that the current geopolitical situation is driving Europe's increased security spend.
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Microsoft Exchange and Log4j continue to be top points of compromise

Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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Arctic Wolf, a global specialist in security operations, has published its annual Arctic Wolf Labs Threat Report, revealing a year of turbulence.
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BlueVoyant extends Splunk functionality for better MDR

Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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BlueVoyant has announced enhanced Splunk capabilities, with end-to-end consulting, implementation, and Managed Detection & Response (MDR) services.
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Jumpsec reports a 17% increase in ransomware across the UK

Tue, 21st Mar 2023
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The reported ransomware incidents increased by 17% in the UK last year, with LockBit dominating the ransomware attack landscape, in the UK and worldwide.
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Rapid7 appoints Jaya Baloo as Chief Security Officer

Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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Jaya Baloo was appointed as the Chief Security Officer of Rapid7, bringing over 20 years of experience in Information Security to the role.
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Ontinue hires cybersecurity experts for leadership roles

Thu, 16th Mar 2023
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Managed detection and response division Ontinue has appointed Craig Jones and Gareth Lindahl-Wise as VP of Security Operations and CISO, respectively.
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BeyondTrust named one of the 'hottest privately held cybersecurity vendors'

Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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BeyondTrust, the intelligent identity and access security specialist, has been named to JMP Securities Cyber 66.
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NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services

Mon, 13th Mar 2023
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NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services, aiming to deliver threat intelligence-led real-time defenses.
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If you want to catch a thief, you need open security

Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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Getting one step ahead of malicious attackers will require companies to take an entirely new approach to IT security.
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The CISO's guide to cybersecurity investment in 2023

Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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In a challenging economic climate, there are no guarantees when it comes to cybersecurity budgets, and CISOs must prepare to adjust investments accordingly.
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Yubico announces the release of its Security Key series

Thu, 9th Mar 2023
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The keys are accessible through the YubiEnterprise Subscription program for enterprises or directly on Yubico's website for customers.
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IWD 2023: Why Women Are the Answer to Cybersecurity's Talent Shortage

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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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.
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Ransomware attacks decreased 38% in January - report

Mon, 6th Mar 2023
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Though a significant drop from the previous month, the total is the highest volume of attacks recorded in January over the last three years.
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WatchGuard launches ThreatSync to simplify and empower cybersecurity

Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
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ThreatSync is a comprehensive XDR solution included as part of WatchGuard's Unified Security Platform architecture.
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How to get cyber insurance – what mid-sized organisations need to know

Thu, 2nd Mar 2023
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As cyber threats continue to proliferate, mid-sized organisations are seeking cyber insurance coverage. But insurers are raising premiums.