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Infoblox to buy Axur to bolster AI-powered threat defence
Malware

Infoblox to buy Axur to bolster AI-powered threat defence

Infoblox agrees to buy AI-driven threat hunter Axur, aiming to curb phishing and brand abuse beyond the traditional network perimeter.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
Firewalla adds enterprise Wi‑Fi tools in App 1.67 update
Unified Communications

Firewalla adds enterprise Wi‑Fi tools in App 1.67 update

Firewalla's App 1.67 brings WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise Wi‑Fi, expanded RADIUS and new AP7 controls aimed at small firms and power users.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2026
AI-fuelled cyber onslaught to hit critical systems by 2026
Firewalls

AI-fuelled cyber onslaught to hit critical systems by 2026

AI-driven hackers are tipped to ramp up attacks on critical infrastructure and governments by 2026, exploiting ageing industrial systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 8 min read • Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
DigiCert maps 2026 AI trust & quantum security agenda
Disaster Recovery

DigiCert maps 2026 AI trust & quantum security agenda

DigiCert predicts Asia-Pacific firms will prioritise AI integrity, certificate automation and quantum-safe cryptography in 2026 security plans.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
Infoblox unveils advanced AWS integrations for cloud security & IPAM
Hybrid Cloud

Infoblox unveils advanced AWS integrations for cloud security & IPAM

Infoblox launches new AWS integrations to streamline hybrid cloud IP management and enhance security with advanced firewall threat intelligence tools.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Leaders urge a cyber safe culture as AI & threats evolve
Ransomware

Leaders urge a cyber safe culture as AI & threats evolve

Industry leaders call for a cyber safe culture as AI advances and identity-based attacks rise, urging collaboration and vigilance across all organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
APAC financial sector faces 245% surge in DDoS attacks, report finds
Firewalls

APAC financial sector faces 245% surge in DDoS attacks, report finds

Financial institutions in APAC faced a 245% surge in DDoS attacks last year, accounting for 38% of global incidents amid rising digital vulnerabilities.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Akamai launches DNS solution for unified, multicloud security
Firewalls

Akamai launches DNS solution for unified, multicloud security

Akamai launches DNS Posture Management, offering multicloud visibility and real-time monitoring to enhance DNS security and compliance across major providers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Cybercriminal groups use RDGAs in scams, phishings
Malware

Cybercriminal groups use RDGAs in scams, phishings

Cybercriminal groups Reckless Rabbit and Ruthless Rabbit use registered domain algorithms to carry out investment scams costing US consumers USD $5.7 billion in 2024.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
DigiCert posts record Q4 growth driven by digital trust demand
IoT Security

DigiCert posts record Q4 growth driven by digital trust demand

DigiCert posts record Q4 growth, exceeding targets with a 25% rise in net new contract value, driven by demand for integrated digital trust and quantum-ready security.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Identity Digital teams up with Shadowserver to fight cybercrime
Malware

Identity Digital teams up with Shadowserver to fight cybercrime

Identity Digital has partnered with the Shadowserver Foundation to enhance domain management security and combat growing cyber threats globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Morphing Meerkat leads sophisticated phishing operation
Firewalls

Morphing Meerkat leads sophisticated phishing operation

A new cyber threat, led by the actor known as Morphing Meerkat, is exploiting DNS records to launch sophisticated phishing attacks on over 100 brands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age
Malware

Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age

Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Radware unveils AI-powered DNS DDoS protection solution
Firewalls

Radware unveils AI-powered DNS DDoS protection solution

Cybersecurity firm Radware has launched an AI-driven version of its DNS DDoS Protection solution. Using patented algorithms, it accurately identifies and blocks harmful traffic without human interaction, improving attack response time.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

DNS security stories

Swoop to host Quad9 DNS hubs, restoring local security
Malware

Swoop to host Quad9 DNS hubs, restoring local security

Swoop is hosting Quad9's DNS hubs across five Australian cities, restoring onshore security and performance after traffic was sent offshore.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
Exclusive: How Cybersecurity startup Blackveil is targetting AI-driven threats
Malware

Exclusive: How Cybersecurity startup Blackveil is targetting AI-driven threats

New Zealand startup Blackveil tackles AI-driven cyber threats with Blackvault, securing businesses globally by closing critical digital defence gaps and simplifying security.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce top anti-phishing policy
EduTech

Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce top anti-phishing policy

Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce the strict DMARC p=reject policy, leaving most vulnerable to phishing despite upcoming government mandates.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Akamai launches DNS Posture Management for multicloud security
Firewalls

Akamai launches DNS Posture Management for multicloud security

Akamai has launched DNS Posture Management, offering centralised control over DNS assets across multicloud platforms to enhance security and compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025