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Why email security needs automated incident response
2 days ago
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.
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Sophos & Pax8 join forces to bolster MSP cybersecurity
3 days ago
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
A strategic partnership between Sophos and Pax8 will enhance the cybersecurity offerings for over 40,000 Managed Service Providers, streamlining solution management.
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Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
5 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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public sector
Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.
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Singapore reports record cyberattacks in Southeast Asia 2024
5 days ago
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky's report reveals Singapore faced over 21 million cyberattacks in 2024, ranking it 8th globally as a source of digital threats in Southeast Asia.
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Palo Alto Networks launches AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform
5 days ago
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firewalls
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cloud security
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application security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled its new AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform, enhancing real-time security for cloud environments amid rising cybersecurity threats.
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Victorian Government strengthens cybersecurity with new deal
5 days ago
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data protection
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supply chain & logistics
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data privacy
The Victorian Government has partnered with Sparx Solutions and ProcessUnity to enhance third-party risk management and bolster cybersecurity across its departments.
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US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers
Last week
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024 Q4
Last week
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ransomware
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.
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Akamai unveils comprehensive cybersecurity guide for 2025
Last week
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malware
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.
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DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia
Last week
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.
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BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security
Last week
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hyperscale
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pam
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cloud security
BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.
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Verizon Business appoints new head of APAC cybersecurity
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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verizon
Verizon Business has appointed Mark Trumble as Head of Cybersecurity Sales for the Asia-Pacific region, bolstering its commitment to combat rising cyber threats.
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Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
Last week
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender Labs warns of a cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063, targeting government and diplomatic organisations across Central Asia and Europe amidst shifting geopolitical tensions.
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Avast partners with Ingram Micro to expand New Zealand focus
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it training
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Avast has partnered with Ingram Micro to distribute its Small Business Solutions in New Zealand, enhancing cybersecurity options for local small firms.
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AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise
This month
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.
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Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights
This month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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ai
Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.
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Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
This month
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.
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Indian digital systems face surge in hacktivist attacks 2024
This month
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
Research from CloudSEK reveals a staggering rise in politically motivated hacktivist cyberattacks on India, with over 4,000 incidents reported in 2024.
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Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
This month
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, enhancing its Managed Detection and Response services for over 28,000 global organisations.
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Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry’s Cylance
This month
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smartphones
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.