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Critical Infrastructure stories - Page 6

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Australian emergency services' IT vulnerability exposed by SOTI report
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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mdm
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ai security
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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.
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Nozomi Networks & SEL strengthen cybersecurity partnership
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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iot security
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iot
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cloud services
Nozomi Networks partners with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories for cybersecurity software integration, enhancing security for critical infrastructure industries globally.
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Industrial control systems are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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physical security
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digital twins
As cyberattacks on industrial control systems rise, EMA's Chris Steffen stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure.
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Ransomware attacks on industry double in 2024 second quarter
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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cybercriminals
Ransomware attacks on the industrial sector nearly doubled in Q2 2024, with manufacturers hardest hit, reports cybersecurity firm Dragos.
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Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
The rapidly evolving ransomware threat poses a significant risk to business continuity, crucially impacting cyber insurance strategies. Companies must bolster cybersecurity to stay ahead.
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UK under threat from exposed industrial systems – Censys
Fri, 9th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
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industrial control systems
Censys' 2024 report reveals over 18,000 US and 1,500 UK industrial control systems exposed online, highlighting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
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Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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mdm
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iot
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breach prevention
Verizon’s 2024 Mobile Security Index highlights a surge in mobile device risks with 85% reporting increased threats; critical infrastructure and IoT devices are most vulnerable.
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Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.
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Fortinet enhances OT security platform to combat rising cyber risks
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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iot
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breach prevention
Fortinet strengthens OT security platform with enhanced capabilities to combat rising cyber risks in critical infrastructure.
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Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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smart cities
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devops
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siem
As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.
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Australia sees 61% rise in cyber extortion, report reveals
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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devops
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apm
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healthtech
Australia faces a 61% rise in cyber extortion attacks, according to Orange Cyberdefense's new report, threatening its economy, jobs, and national security.
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Hitachi Vantara launches new AI solutions & discovery service
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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storage
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financial systems
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genai
Hitachi Vantara launches Hitachi iQ and a new AI Discovery Service, addressing the gap between AI prioritisation and infrastructure readiness revealed by a recent survey.
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Tenable warns of cyber-attack risks for Paris Olympics 2024 sponsors
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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ransomware
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surveillance
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mfa
As Paris 2024 approaches, Tenable warns of heightened cyber-attack risks targeting key sponsors, emphasising the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures.
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STRYDE highlights a growing global influence of seismic data processing
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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endpoint protection
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power / energy
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edr
STRYDE has secured 11 new seismic data processing contracts across diverse sectors and six countries since July 2023, indicating a growing influence.
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Vertiv expands Liebert GXE UPS lineup with 1-3kVA models
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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edge computing
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power / energy
Vertiv broadens its Liebert GXE UPS range with new 1-3kVA models, aimed at enhancing power protection for critical network edge applications worldwide.
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Qualys unveils AI-powered API security in new WAS upgrade
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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microservices
Qualys unveils AI-driven API security features in Web Application Scanning, addressing complex vulnerabilities and offering a free 30-day Beta trial to businesses.
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Google Cloud releases air-gapped appliance for harsh environments
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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data analytics
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encryption
Google Cloud launches its air-gapped appliance, offering AI capabilities to remote environments like disaster zones and mobile operations, enhancing local data processing.
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Dragos uncovers new malware FrostyGoop targeting ICS systems
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
A new malware, FrostyGoop, identified by Dragos, threatens industrial control systems, exposing Europe’s critical infrastructure vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks.
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Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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encryption
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cybersecurity
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utilities
Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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AT&T data breach: experts call for enhanced security and vigilance
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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encryption
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
A five-month data breach at AT&T has exposed the information of all customers within that period, highlighting urgent cybersecurity challenges in the telecom sector.