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Threat Landscape stories - Page 4

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What cyber lessons can be learned from the Paris Olympics?
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
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olympic games
Australia gears up for future events, learning cybersecurity lessons from Paris 2024. Despite fewer successful attacks, unsecure partners and fraudulent sites pose challenges.
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How MDR will transform cybersecurity in the mid-market
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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siem
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phishing
Mid-sized businesses under cyber-attack pressure look to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to bridge security and staffing gaps, navigating an evolving threat landscape.
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Radware reports web DDoS attack activity
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Radware has reported a dramatic surge in sophisticated web DDoS attacks in 2024, largely driven by hacktivists amid increasing geopolitical tensions.
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Armis hires Christina Kemper to lead international expansion
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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saas
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Armis appoints Christina Kemper as Vice President of International to drive global sales growth and partnerships across EMEA and Asia Pacific.
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CSCAU updates cyber security standard for SMBs to fight threats
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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business continuity
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acs
Cyber Security Certification Australia (CSCAU) unveils its first update to the dynamic SMB1001:2025 standard, enhancing SMB cyber defence against emerging threats.
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Ransomware attacks rise 20% in July, industrial sectors hit hardest
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Ransomware attacks surged by 20% in July, targeting critical sectors like industry and healthcare, reports NCC Group, with North America facing 220 incidents.
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Expel & modePUSH team up to enhance cyber threat response
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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ir
Expel and modePUSH have joined forces to bolster cyber threat response, enhancing managed detection and incident response capabilities for clients.
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Darktrace report: 56% of phishing emails bypass security checks
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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malware
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ai security
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ai
Darktrace reveals 56% of phishing emails bypass security checks. The latest report underscores the persistence of cyber threats and the increasing need for adaptive defences.
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Tenable launches new features to streamline vulnerability management
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
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incident response
Tenable releases new Vulnerability Intelligence and Exposure Response tools to aid IT and cloud environments in prioritising and addressing critical security threats.
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Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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devops
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digital entertainment
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apm
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
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Ensuring cloud security a critical priority for businesses
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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encryption
As cloud adoption accelerates, research by Kaspersky and ISG shows 96% of businesses embrace cloud-native tech; 48% cite data security as a top concern.
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Defending against APTs: A learning exercise with Kimsuky
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Rapid7 Labs' new paper reveals Kimsuky’s sophisticated tactics, providing vital insights for security teams to bolster defences against these advanced persistent threats.
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Cybersecurity budgets surge but confidence gaps persist
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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ai
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it professionals
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investment
A report by Ivanti reveals a rise in cybersecurity budgets for 2024 as 71% of security experts navigate widening confidence gaps with non-IT leaders.
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Cysurance & Sophos expand cyber protection program to Australia
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Cysurance partners with Sophos to bring its successful US cyber protection program to Australia, offering enhanced ransomware protection and cyber-insurance policies.
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Australian MSPs to boost cybersecurity investment in 2024
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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breach prevention
A survey by WatchGuard Technologies reveals that 69% of Australian MSPs are set to increase cybersecurity investment in 2024, focusing on firewalls and AI opportunities.
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Trustwave report highlights severe cybersecurity threats to pro firms
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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physical security
Trustwave's latest report unveils a surge in ransomware and tech-based attacks on professional services firms, stressing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures.
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Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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cloud services
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hackers
Identities top the list of priority risks for organisations' Zero Trust strategies, reveals a global study by Entrust, highlighting a shift from compliance to pre-emptive security efforts.
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LogRhythm appoints Rebbeca Roberts as ANZ sales manager
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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firewalls
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siem
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it automation
LogRhythm names Rebbeca Roberts as Regional Sales Manager for ANZ, leveraging her 15 years of expertise to bolster customer support and drive market growth.
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APAC firms rethink cybersecurity strategies amid confidence gap
Tue, 28th May 2024
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siem
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cybersecurity
A new study by LogRhythm reveals a critical disconnect between APAC security execs and customers on cyber defence efficacy, prompting strategy overhauls.
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Cybersecurity disconnect: Australian IT leaders vs C-suite
Tue, 21st May 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cybersecurity
A Trend Micro report reveals a significant disconnect between Australian IT security leaders and C-suite executives on the severity of cyber risks, prompting concern over inadequate senior-level response.