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Ransomware attacks rise by 46% in February 2024, finds NCC Group
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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threat intelligence
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Escalating ransomware attacks surged by 46% in February 2024, marking 416 cases, according to NCC Group's Threat Intelligence team. Industrials, consumer cyclicals and non-cyclicals are top targets.
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Cybersecurity providers failing most professional services firms
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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threat intelligence
New research reveals that 70% of professional services firms are hindered by underperforming cyber security providers, intensifying the urgency for superior cyber defence strategies.
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World Backup Day underscores importance of Australian data protection
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
World Backup Day (March 31) underscores the vital need for Aussies and businesses to consider rigorous data protection in light of increasing cyber threats, according to Pete Murray, Managing Director ANZ at Veritas Technologies.
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AUCloud & Command Hub unite to launch CrisisHub platform
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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dr
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document management
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ecm
AUCloud partners with Command Hub to launch CrisisHub, an ultra-secure platform designed to aid Australian businesses and government agencies in coping with technical outages and cyber-attacks.
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Pegasus spyware could target iOS devices, says Group-IB
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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encryption
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data privacy
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personal computing devices
A recent analysis by Group-IB sheds light on the alarming potential of Pegasus spyware, exploring wider implications for the famed security of iOS products.
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Australian brokers struggling with customer service
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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insurance
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customer service
Australian insurance brokers face more difficulty managing customer service demands than covering natural disasters or cyber attacks.
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Check Point & NVIDIA launch AI Cloud Protect solution
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Check Point Software collaborates with NVIDIA to launch 'Check Point AI Cloud Protect', a solution designed to increase security for AI cloud infrastructure.
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How AI and cybersecurity is shaping the 2024 election landscape
Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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Tensions over AI-generated content and cybersecurity risks heighten as US voters express cross-party concern for the 2024 electoral landscape.
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Australia ranks high in global malware detection rates, reveals Trend Micro
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Australia ranks 8th worldwide for malicious URL and malware detections, according to cybersecurity giant Trend Micro, highlighting a worrying trend towards sophisticated cyber attacks.
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Advanced Malware Detection market could reach $43bn by 2033
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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The AMD market is set to hit $8.8bn by 2023, with forecasts predicting a growth to $43bn by 2033 due to rising global threat of sophisticated cyber attacks.
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Ordr launches unique training programme to bolster cyber security skills
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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it training
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digital transformation
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iot
Ordr introduces the innovative Ordr University, a unique AI-based training programme built to equip cybersecurity teams with the skills required to combat growing cyber threats.
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Australian firms exposed: 78% can't manage printer fleets remotely
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
SOTI's latest study reveals 78% of Australian businesses are not able to effectively manage their printer fleets remotely, significantly increasing security risks.
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Three quarters worry over AI misuse in upcoming US elections
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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mfa
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cybersecurity
A recent survey reveals a growing concern among 78% of U.S. voters over potential misuse of AI in the 2024 elections, affecting cybersecurity and election outcomes.
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Check Point's Infinity Platform crowned leading Zero Trust Platform by Miercom
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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zero trust security
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cybersecurity
Check Point Software Technologies' Infinity Platform, named top Zero Trust platform by Miercom Assessment, sets the benchmark for secure data accessibility, outperforming rivals in security and user experience.
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IWD 2024: Let's create a secure digital world for women, together
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
On International Women's Day 2024, it's a crucial necessity to jointly combat gender-based cyber crimes and establish a secure digital space for women worldwide.
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Radware reveals surge in cyber attacks in 2024 report
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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genai
Radware's 2024 threat analysis shows a worrying 171% increase in malicious web activity, driven by escalating Layer 7 Web DDoS attacks.
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Retail, finance sectors face consumer shift over cyber threats
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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encryption
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Consumer confidence in retail and finance sectors may wane due to increasing cybersecurity threats, a new study as found.
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Cado Security uncovers sophisticated Linux malware campaign
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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malware
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virtualisation
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cybersecurity
Cado Security Labs uncovers an unreported Linux malware campaign exploiting misconfigured servers, leveraging a pioneering platform to counteract the comprehensive cyber assault.
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Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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software development
Amid a significant talent gap, Google has launched its Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia to equip around 40,000 individuals with vital cybersecurity skills, in response to a 23% increase in cybercrime incidents.
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Most Kiwi corporations suffered cyber-attacks in 2023, reveals Kordia
Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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kordia
New research by Kordia reveals over two-thirds of large New Zealand companies report damage from cyber-attacks, with nearly half requiring over a month for resolution.