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How attackers target security blind spots: Three real-life lessons from the SOC
Firewalls

How attackers target security blind spots: Three real-life lessons from the SOC

Cyberattack case studies from global XDR service provider Barracuda demonstrate the dangers of incomplete digital security.

By Adam Khan • 5 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
Armis acquires Silk Security for a total of $150M
Breach Prevention

Armis acquires Silk Security for a total of $150M

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
Malwarebytes launches free Digital Footprint Portal to protect personal data
Data Protection

Malwarebytes launches free Digital Footprint Portal to protect personal data

Malwarebytes has launched a free Digital Footprint Portal offering a detailed analysis of sources including the dark web.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
The imperative to go beyond backup, by focusing on cyber resilience & AI
Disaster Recovery

The imperative to go beyond backup, by focusing on cyber resilience & AI

This World Backup Day Cohesity calls for a focus on cyber resilience & AI amid rising cyber threats.

By Brett Chase • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response
Malware

The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response

Endpoint threats soared by 50% in 2023, prompting organisations to adopt Endpoint Automated Investigation and Response (EAIR) to enhance security and respond swiftly to data breaches.

By Nils Krumrey • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
Retail, finance sectors face consumer shift over cyber threats
Encryption

Retail, finance sectors face consumer shift over cyber threats

Consumer confidence in retail and finance sectors may wane due to increasing cybersecurity threats, a new study as found.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver as ANZ Head of Channel
Breach Prevention

Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver as ANZ Head of Channel

Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver as Head of Channel for Australia, bolstering its channel-first strategy across the ANZ region amid surging demand for improved hybrid cloud infrastructure security.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
Gigamon records 100% growth in cloud revenue in 2023
Hyperscale

Gigamon records 100% growth in cloud revenue in 2023

Gigamon enjoyed over 100% YoY growth in 2023 cloud revenue due to international demand for its deep observability service, reflecting a trend towards hybrid cloud security management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024
Trello data breach exposes 15 million users' details on Dark Web
Data Protection

Trello data breach exposes 15 million users' details on Dark Web

Trello has suffered a data breach compromising the details of 15 million users, sparking questions over the security measures at parent company, Atlassian.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 28th Jan 2024
Data Privacy Day: Experts call for essential adaptation in AI era
Firewalls

Data Privacy Day: Experts call for essential adaptation in AI era

Ahead of Data Privacy Day, tech experts voice concerns about increasing data privacy challenges and cyber threats spurred by advanced AI.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
Data Privacy Day: Watchguard gives warning about 'free' services
Firewalls

Data Privacy Day: Watchguard gives warning about 'free' services

On Data Privacy Day, WatchGuard's VP of Identity, Carla Roncato, warns of the less conspicuous costs linked with 'free' services.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
Surge in cyberattacks on public sector spotlighted by KnowBe4 report
Phishing

Surge in cyberattacks on public sector spotlighted by KnowBe4 report

Cyberattacks on the public sector surge in 2023, says KnowBe4 report, revealing a noteworthy 31% increase in APAC region and a global rising trend in ransomware incidents.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024
AI marked as top cybersecurity challenge for next year
Marketing Technologies

AI marked as top cybersecurity challenge for next year

Cybersecurity challenges for 2024, including AI-driven threats, are spotlighted by Kaspersky, urging heightened vigilance in adopting online security measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
Traceable AI hires Brian McDonough as Chief Revenue Officer
Application Security

Traceable AI hires Brian McDonough as Chief Revenue Officer

In a bid to enhance growth, AI security firm, Traceable AI, hires Brian McDonough, a former team member of Snyk and Recorded Future, as Chief Revenue Officer.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Dec 2023
Cypago unveils automated tool to streamline cybersecurity management
IT Automation

Cypago unveils automated tool to streamline cybersecurity management

Cypago's new automated tool is designed to streamline cybersecurity, identify gaps in user accounts and enable quick fixes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023

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I-Soon suffers data breach revealing state hacking activities
Breach Prevention

I-Soon suffers data breach revealing state hacking activities

A significant data leak at Chinese private security firm I-Soon has exposed the company's alleged hacking activities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
VietCredCare cyber threat rocks Vietnam's social media landscape
Malware

VietCredCare cyber threat rocks Vietnam's social media landscape

Vietnam is being rocked by an advanced cyber threat, VietCredCare, targeting business social media accounts, leading to widespread data breaches in government, business, and education sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024