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LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape
Firewalls

LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape

Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit reveals a marked shift in the ransomware landscape, with LockBit's influence waning amidst coordinated law enforcement efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity
Semiconductors

CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity

CrowdStrike has unveiled Charlotte AI Detection Triage, an advanced tool aimed at revolutionising security operations with over 98% accuracy and reduced manual hours.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage
Ransomware

CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage

CyberCX's 2025 Threat Report reveals troubling trends, with espionage detection times rising to over 400 days and ransomware incidents surging to 38%.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
ReliaQuest's AI Agent boosts cybersecurity precision
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ReliaQuest's AI Agent boosts cybersecurity precision

ReliaQuest has unveiled its groundbreaking agentic AI Agent, automating cybersecurity tasks 20 times faster and improving accuracy by 30% for over 1,000 enterprises.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights

Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
N-able retains top spot in Canalys Leadership Matrix 2024
Partner Programmes

N-able retains top spot in Canalys Leadership Matrix 2024

N-able has secured Champion Status in the 2024 Canalys RMM and PSA Leadership Matrix for the second consecutive year, highlighting its top-notch channel and tech capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Key Cyber Security Trends to Watch in 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Key Cyber Security Trends to Watch in 2025

As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, organisations must adapt to emerging trends in 2025, prioritising cloud solutions, AI risks, and skills shortages.

By Les Williamson • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Barracuda unveils advanced email protection enhancements
Firewalls

Barracuda unveils advanced email protection enhancements

Barracuda Networks unveils enhancements to its Email Protection, providing organisations with improved security options to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Commvault & CrowdStrike unite for enhanced cyber defence
Data Protection

Commvault & CrowdStrike unite for enhanced cyber defence

Commvault has announced a new integration with CrowdStrike Falcon to bolster threat detection and rapid data recovery for their joint customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k
Data Protection

Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k

A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025

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SenseOn introduces AI case summaries to boost security
Firewalls

SenseOn introduces AI case summaries to boost security

SenseOn has unveiled AI-generated case summaries to enhance cybersecurity efficiency, enabling teams to respond to threats in under 16 minutes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
N-able aids Ventnor in thwarting police cyberattack
Firewalls

N-able aids Ventnor in thwarting police cyberattack

N-able's Managed Detection and Response solution has successfully thwarted a cyberattack on Ventnor City's Police Department, highlighting the urgent need for robust security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Expel boosts SIEM capabilities with expanded compliance focus
Security Information and Event Management

Expel boosts SIEM capabilities with expanded compliance focus

Expel has expanded its security information and event management capabilities, introducing a low-cost data lake to enhance compliance and security for customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Australian firms face data hurdles in AI deployment, study finds
Data Analytics

Australian firms face data hurdles in AI deployment, study finds

A new study reveals that while 80% of Australian firms prioritise data integration, security and quality issues hinder AI progress, with only 6% accessing data freely.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Cloud risks rise due to slow remediation, costs USD $2m+
Cloud Security

Cloud risks rise due to slow remediation, costs USD $2m+

ZEST Security's latest report reveals that over 62% of cyber incidents stem from known vulnerabilities, highlighting critical delays in remediation processes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
UK firms reluctant to report ransomware incidents, says study
Ransomware

UK firms reluctant to report ransomware incidents, says study

A report by Illumio reveals that 73% of UK organisations hesitate to report ransomware incidents, citing fears of exposure and financial repercussions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis
Ransomware

UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis

A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025