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Litera acquires FileTrail to enhance information governance
Software-as-a-Service

Litera acquires FileTrail to enhance information governance

In response to growing cybersecurity threats in the legal sector, Litera has acquired FileTrail to boost its information governance and records management expertise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Akamai report reveals 65% rise in API & app attacks in APJ
Application Security

Akamai report reveals 65% rise in API & app attacks in APJ

Akamai's latest report reveals a 65% hike in web attacks on APIs and applications in APJ, peaking in June 2024 with 4.8 billion incidents.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024
Exclusive: Secureworks riding cybersecurity leadership wave
Ransomware

Exclusive: Secureworks riding cybersecurity leadership wave

Wendy Thomas, CEO of Secureworks, reveals in an exclusive interview how the firm strengthens its cybersecurity solutions across 60 countries globally.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
SonicWall report reveals 30% rise in global cyberattacks
Malware

SonicWall report reveals 30% rise in global cyberattacks

SonicWall Mid-Year Threat Report for 2024 shows a 30% surge in global malware, with SMBs particularly at risk.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Appdome boosts fraud detection with new geo-compliance features
Breach Prevention

Appdome boosts fraud detection with new geo-compliance features

Appdome enhances its Geo-Fraud Detection with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo DeSync Attack Detection, aiding developers in meeting compliance and thwarting location-based fraud.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest
Firewalls

Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest

As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Palo Alto Networks warns of heightened cybersecurity threats, urging enterprises to adopt robust security measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Exclusive: Cohesity reveals three pillars driving its success
Disaster Recovery

Exclusive: Cohesity reveals three pillars driving its success

Cohesity's James Blake has revealed the company's strategy for data resilience and cybersecurity, with a focus on countering cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
5G testing crucial for network reliability & security
Unified Communications

5G testing crucial for network reliability & security

Testing 5G networks is imperative to ensure their reliability, performance, and security. Comprehensive evaluations help optimise infrastructures and protect against cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Fortinet reveals rising cyber threats targeting Paris 2024 Olympics
Malware

Fortinet reveals rising cyber threats targeting Paris 2024 Olympics

Fortinet's latest report reveals a surge in cyber threats aimed at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with attacks increasing from 212 million at London 2012 to 4.4 billion for Tokyo 2020.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
How to neutralise a web DDoS tsunami attack
Data Protection

How to neutralise a web DDoS tsunami attack

As DDoS attacks escalate to unprecedented levels with 'Web DDoS Tsunami,' firms must adopt proactive, adaptive cybersecurity methods or risk severe disruptions.

By Eva Abergel • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
HP unveils OmniBook Ultra PC & OmniStudio X series
Artificial Intelligence

HP unveils OmniBook Ultra PC & OmniStudio X series

HP launches the OmniBook Ultra AI PC, featuring AMD tech, and the OmniStudio X series with Intel and NVIDIA options, starting at USD $2699.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
LoadMaster 360 updates enhance security & optimise performance
Firewalls

LoadMaster 360 updates enhance security & optimise performance

Progress has launched significant updates to LoadMaster 360, enhancing its Web Application Firewall to bolster security against cyberattacks and optimise user experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats
Cloud Security

Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats

Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons report reveals rising cyber threats, emphasising advanced social engineering, cloud security, ransomware, and AI exploitation.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
CrowdStrike launches Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR with AI integration
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CrowdStrike launches Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR with AI integration

CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR, integrating generative AI with the Falcon platform to accelerate cyberattack response.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

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Australian firms overestimate cyber resilience as attacks rise
Ransomware

Australian firms overestimate cyber resilience as attacks rise

Australian companies overestimate their cyber resilience amid rising attacks, with 60% having faced ransomware recently and many willing to pay ransoms.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Immutability is the cornerstone of a safe enterprise
Data Protection

Immutability is the cornerstone of a safe enterprise

Immutability is vital for Australian enterprises, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and trust amidst rising cyber threats and stringent regulations.

By Martin Creighan • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Sophos appoints Teresa Anania as new Chief Customer Officer
Firewalls

Sophos appoints Teresa Anania as new Chief Customer Officer

Sophos names Teresa Anania as new Chief Customer Officer to advance customer and partner success initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity solutions and services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024