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AvePoint completes acquisition of Ydentic to boost MSP growth
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AvePoint has completed its acquisition of Ydentic to enhance its MSP platform, aiming for increased efficiency and new security revenue streams.
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December sees record 574 ransomware attacks reported
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The NCC Group's December 2024 Threat Pulse reveals a staggering 574 ransomware attacks, with new actor Funksec leading the charge, signalling a dire shift in cyber threats.
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Exabeam unveils AI-driven LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot
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Exabeam has unveiled LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot, a new generative AI feature designed to enhance cybersecurity workflows and improve threat response.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality
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advanced persistent threat protection
As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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Vectra AI launches global scholarship for AI in cybersecurity
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Vectra AI has launched a scholarship programme for students globally, aiming to cultivate talent in AI and cybersecurity amidst rising demand for skilled professionals.
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NXLog appoints Harald Reisinger as CEO in leadership shift
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cybersecurity
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data management
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data quality
NXLog has appointed Harald Reisinger as CEO, succeeding co-founder Botond Botyanszki, who becomes Chief Technology Officer to drive innovation.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
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ransomware
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CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.
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Amazon launches OpenSearch integration with Security Lake
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data analytics
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soc
Amazon has launched its OpenSearch Service zero-ETL integration with Security Lake, enabling organisations to enhance security data analytics and insights.
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Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise
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microsoft
A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.
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Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
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Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.
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Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats
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Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
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Five Eyes recommend Semperis’ Purple Knight for cyber defence
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
The Five Eyes Alliance has highlighted Semperis' Purple Knight tool in new guidance aimed at bolstering cybersecurity against identity threats.
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Cybersecurity advisory highlights top vulnerabilities of 2023
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Leading cybersecurity agencies have issued an advisory identifying frequently exploited vulnerabilities in 2023, urging enhanced security measures across sectors.
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Survey reveals rising demand for biometric travel tech
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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data privacy
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travel
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customs
Entrust's Seamless Travel Experience Survey reveals 94% of Australian frequent flyers favour biometric solutions for reducing airport wait times.
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American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
American Water has reported a cybersecurity breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities threatening critical infrastructure such as water treatment facilities.
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Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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email security
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Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.
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Gen reveals 46% surge in cyberattacks; AI scams grow rapidly
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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youtube
Gen's Q2/2024 Threat Report reveals a 46% rise in cyberattacks, emphasising AI-enhanced scams. New Zealand and the UK are notably affected by financial scams.
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Palo Alto Networks reveals surge in deepfake-driven scams
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Palo Alto Networks reveals the alarming rise of AI-generated deepfake scams targeting individuals and organisations, with hundreds of implicated domains.
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Australian emergency services' IT vulnerability exposed by SOTI report
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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healthtech
A SOTI report unveils major IT vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency services, raising alarms after CrowdStrike's global outage affected 8.5 million devices.