Threat Landscape stories - Page 7

UK IT leaders doubt government's ability to prevent cyberwarfare
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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healthtech
Over half of the UK's IT leaders lack faith in the government's ability to defend against cyber warfare, according to a new report by cybersecurity firm Armis.

Coalition integrates cyber risk platform with top cloud services providers
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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public cloud
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Coalition is integrating its cyber risk management platform, Coalition Control, with major cloud services like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Amazon Web Services to offer enhanced cybersecurity and risk management.

Keeper Security launches user-friendly passphrase generator
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Keeper Security boosts cybersecurity measures by integrating a user-friendly passphrase generator into their Web Vault system, increasing the level of protection against cyber threats.

Armis acquires Silk Security for a total of $150M
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
Armis, an asset intelligence cybersecurity firm, acquires Silk Security for $150M, aiming to create a comprehensive cyber threat management platform and bridge the gap between threat identification and resolution.

Amplifying AI-powered cybersecurity to counter growing threats
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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network infrastructure
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breach prevention
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ai security
Rising cybersecurity threats compel companies to leverage AI and cross-border collaboration, amid an expected AU $7.3bn investment in Australia's security infrastructure in 2024.

Fortinet celebrates partners' achievements at Australia awards 2023
Tue, 16th Apr 2024
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firewalls
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it training
Fortinet honours its Australian partners for exceptional cybersecurity advancements, applauding their efforts in helping customers transition safely from traditional network structures.

Watch out! There are hidden dangers lurking in your PDFs
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
PDFs' convenience inadvertently aiding cybercriminals: Avast researchers reveal PDF files increasingly exploited to distribute malware and carry out scams.

AI cybersecurity gap affecting quarter of UK businesses
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
26% of UK firms don't utilise AI for cybersecurity despite nearly half experiencing cyber attacks, finds a survey by Hornetsecurity.

Cybersecurity services market to hit $445.3 billion by 2032
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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malware
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devops
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casb
Rapid rise in cybercrimes forces urgent global reappraisal of security strategies in government, defence, and IT sectors amid projections of cybersecurity services market growing to $445.3bn by 2032.

Radware to provide advanced DDoS protection for Asian tax authority
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Radware clinches a contract to deliver advanced DDoS protection to an unmentioned Asian tax authority, in an aim to uphold national economic interests and fortify tech infrastructure.

CyberArk emphasises identity safety on Identity Management Day
Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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data security
As Identity Management Day approaches, CyberArk's Andrew Slavkovic highlights the rising necessity of secure digital identities amid a growing cybersecurity threat targeting both human and machine identities.

UK IT leaders see transformative potential in generative AI, report finds
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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New Elastic study reveals nearly all (99%) UK IT decision makers believe generative AI can drive significant organisational change, despite concerns around privacy, security and regulation.

ExtraHop hires Simon Howe, eyes expansion in Australia & NZ
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
ExtraHop appoints Simon Howe as Area VP for ANZ, marking a noteworthy move in their Asia Pacific expansion strategy, following a recent securement of $100M growth capital.

Ivanti remodels security plan to set new industry precedent
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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software development
Ivanti CEO, Jeff Abbott, unveils revamp of the firm's security model aimed at setting an industry standard amid increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

Communication gap between C-suite & cybersecurity leaders
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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business continuity
There's a worrying communication gap between C-suite execs and cybersecurity leaders, despite agreement on the importance of cybersecurity risk mitigation.

Sophos & Tenable join forces to launch Sophos Managed Risk service
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Cybersecurity company Sophos partners with Tenable to unveil Sophos Managed Risk, a new vulnerability service that aims to increase protection against cyber attacks.

Southeast Asia sees 43m local cyber threats to businesses in 2023
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Southeast Asia saw nearly 43 million cyber threats to businesses in 2023, with Singapore's incidents surging by 67% YoY, according to Kaspersky.

Australia unprepared for cybersecurity threats, says Cisco study
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Cisco's recent study reveals a stark cyber-preparedness gap in Australia as only 1% of organisations are equipped to tackle emerging cyber threats, despite 69% fearing a debilitating cyber incident within two years.
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Zscaler boosts ANZ presence with high-profile leadership appointments
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Zscaler ramps up investment in ANZ with triumvirate of leadership hires, set to bolster growth and enhance cloud security amidst increasing threat evolution.

How to defend your business against AI-powered ransomware
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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encryption
Australian businesses are urged to use AI technology to combat increased ransomware attacks, bolstered by a rise in AI-powered cyber criminality.