Cybersecurity strategy stories

OpSys Australia has appointed Shanna Daly as its first Chief Information Security Officer to enhance cybersecurity operations and services.

Aspen Technology has unveiled its new Microgrid Management System, designed to help industries with high power needs enhance efficiency and meet net-zero goals.

A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.

A Cloudflare study reveals 41% of cybersecurity leaders in Asia Pacific faced data breaches last year, amid growing fears over AI's role in such incidents.

Immersive cybersecurity experiences and inclusive hiring practices are key to attracting more women into the cyber sector, fostering creativity and diversity.

Barracuda Networks reports a new wave of phishing attacks using advanced “infostealer” malware that exfiltrates extensive sensitive data, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures.

Rising OT cyber threats detected in essential industries, with 72% of NZ businesses hit. Study reveals gap in cybersecurity strategies and urgent need for AI solutions.

One New Zealand has adopted Google Security Operations to bolster its cybersecurity with AI, aiming to future-proof its systems and enhance threat detection.

As cyber threats grow more complex, organisations turn to Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) for scalable, expert-led protection, leveraging cloud-based solutions to fortify defences and ensure compliance.

Cybersixgill debuts its AI-powered IQ Report Generator, offering rapid, customised threat intelligence reports, revolutionising the CTI reporting process for MSSPs and security teams.

Hutt City Council strengthens its cybersecurity framework by utilising SSS IT Security Specialists' Virtual Chief Security Officer solution, leading to improved data protection.

Analytic Partners earns ISO 27001 certification for enhanced data protection, marking a major advancement for the company's security portfolio.

Explore the final phase of Australia's Cyber Security Strategy for 2023-2030, focused on global leadership and leveraging prior phase capabilities.

The 2024 Picus Red Report reveals a 333% rise in Hunter-killer malware targeting and disabling security defences, reflecting a concerning escalation in cyber-attack strategies.

Cybersecurity professionals must translate their technical language to ensure board members fully grasp inherent cyber threats, to encourage informed investment and more accountable cybercrime prevention.

Bugcrowd's CrowdConnect Partner Program offers global partners a multi-solution cybersecurity platform, harnessing collective hacker creativity and improving cybersecurity strategies.

Ahead of Data Privacy Day, CyberArk's Andrew Slavkovic emphasises the urgent necessity for Australian bodies to bolster sensitive data protections.

New Zealand businesses grapple with cybercrime's volatile threat landscape, as incidents across various sectors showcase the dire consequences. A nuanced approach to cybersecurity strategy is vital.

Fastly reports that Aus-NZ companies experienced a 9% revenue loss due to cyberattacks, with a recovery period of 7.5 months.

Cybersecurity has associated itself with fear, and as a result, instead of enabling, it has stifled the growth settings we need the most now.