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Cybersecurity in 2025: Rise of non-human identities
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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security breaches
Entro Security and YL Ventures predict a 2025 cybersecurity landscape dominated by non-human identities, with their proliferation posing new security challenges.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches cloud network tool
Last week
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled its cloud-based network inventory management tool, Fleet Supervision, enhancing operational efficiency for IT teams.
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Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
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Okta works with OpenID for new enterprise identity security standard
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saas
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Okta leads a new initiative under the OpenID Foundation to establish the IPSIE standard, aiming to enhance identity security for enterprise applications.
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UK firm launches new digital forensics service for cyber
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data protection
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breach prevention
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business continuity
th4ts3cur1ty.company has launched a new Digital Forensics and Incident Response service to help UK businesses tackle rising cyber security threats.
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Cybersecurity failures costing UK firms GBP £10 billion annually
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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security breaches
Research by Panaseer reveals UK firms suffer GBP £10 billion losses annually due to cybersecurity control failures, highlighting urgent challenges for security leaders.
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Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.
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Turning uncertainty into a power: How threat hunters can benefit from productive paranoia
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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zero trust security
As economic and cyber threats rise, European IT professionals embrace 'productive paranoia' to enhance security through human intelligence and AI.
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UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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malware
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.
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Protecting human & non-human identities in cybersecurity
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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mfa
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iam
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breach prevention
Cybersecurity leaders stress the urgent need to address AI-driven threats to both human and non-human identities amidst rising cyber attacks.
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Australian firms facing significant AI readiness gap
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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security breaches
Despite strong investment, Australian firms face a significant AI readiness gap, with only 35% feeling prepared for AI projects now.
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Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic for cybersecurity training
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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it training
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network security
Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic to bolster Singapore’s cybersecurity workforce, integrating top-notch training into TP’s curriculum amidst a global skills shortage.
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Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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breach prevention
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ai
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cybersecurity
Pieter Danhieux, CEO of Secure Code Warrior, transformed his passion for cybersecurity into a global mission, reshaping secure coding for 600+ clients worldwide.
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JFrog exposes vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
JFrog's pioneering research reveals critical security vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms, exposing risks like hidden malicious code and inadequate authentication.
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AI-driven cyber threats dominate new Palo Alto Networks report
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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uc
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firewalls
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vpns
Palo Alto Networks' '2024 Unit 42 Report' reveals rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, with sectors like insurance and pharmaceuticals facing heightened vulnerabilities.
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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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Appdome boosts fraud detection with new geo-compliance features
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
Appdome enhances its Geo-Fraud Detection with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo DeSync Attack Detection, aiding developers in meeting compliance and thwarting location-based fraud.
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IPI launches ElasticCX Service Recovery for contact centres
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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uc
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
IPI unveils ElasticCX Service Recovery, a cloud-based solution aimed at enhancing Contact Centre resilience against IT outages, security breaches, and planned upgrades.
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Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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virtualisation
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casb
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breach prevention
As businesses increasingly adopt open-source software for its benefits, they face significant security risks. Effective vetting, employee education, and dedicated security solutions are essential to mitigate these dangers.
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Sonatype launches SBOM Manager to enhance software security
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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saas
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partner programmes
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apm
Sonatype releases its SBOM Manager, a crucial tool to help organisations track and manage software components.