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Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs
EduTech

Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs

Assured Data Protection and KHIPU Networks partner to deliver cost-effective, enterprise-grade disaster recovery and data protection services to UK and South African SMEs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats

NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024

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Exclusive: Entrust discusses future of digital identity and security
EduTech

Exclusive: Entrust discusses future of digital identity and security

Entrust has revealed their strategic focus on evolving digital security, with a keen eye on zero trust and digital identity initiatives.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Beyond prevention: Why breach readiness is your cybersecurity lifeline
Firewalls

Beyond prevention: Why breach readiness is your cybersecurity lifeline

As cyber threats evolve, breach prevention alone fails. ColourTokens Xshield advocates for 'breach readiness'—ensuring resilience and quick recovery post-attack.

By Devasmita Das • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024
WithSecure appoints Samantha Cotton as UK & Ireland channel head
Endpoint Protection

WithSecure appoints Samantha Cotton as UK & Ireland channel head

WithSecure appoints Samantha Cotton as Head of Channel for UK and Ireland, aiming to strengthen partner relationships and expand its network amid rising cybersecurity demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
The impact of digital transformation on the financial services sector
Data Protection

The impact of digital transformation on the financial services sector

Digital transformation reshapes financial services, influencing recruitment and leveraging AI, automation, and cloud tech to meet evolving demands and mitigate risks.

By Talent International • 9 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Pen testing must evolve to keep pace with telco threats
Firewalls

Pen testing must evolve to keep pace with telco threats

With cyber threats rising, telecoms are spending billions on defence, but it's not enough. Telcos must evolve their penetration testing to stay ahead.

By Dave Gerry • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Rising deepfake threats prompt surge in biometric defences
Ransomware

Rising deepfake threats prompt surge in biometric defences

Deepfake threats are on the rise, with 47% of firms encountering attacks; 75% are employing biometric defences, while 62% fear current measures are inadequate.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform
Unified Communications

Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform

Malwarebytes launches a new cyber protection platform, featuring an all-in-one dashboard with real-time guidance, as consumer threats hit unprecedented highs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Sophos launches Customer Success to enhance cybersecurity support
Firewalls

Sophos launches Customer Success to enhance cybersecurity support

Sophos has launched Sophos Customer Success, offering tailored support and resources to maximise customers' cybersecurity investments, enhancing protection against threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Threat actor abuses Cloudflare tunnels to deliver RATs
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Threat actor abuses Cloudflare tunnels to deliver RATs

Cybercriminals exploit Cloudflare Tunnels, delivering remote access trojans via TryCloudflare abuse, notes Proofpoint, with evolving attack methods pushing past defences.

By Selena Larson and Joe Wise • 6 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Microsoft addresses 88 CVEs in this month's Patch Tuesday
Cloud Security

Microsoft addresses 88 CVEs in this month's Patch Tuesday

Security experts underscore the importance of immediate remediation for vulnerabilities to mitigate risks and protect organisational assets.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-focused cybersecurity solutions
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-focused cybersecurity solutions

Palo Alto Networks has launched its Secure AI by Design portfolio, offering AI-focused cybersecurity solutions to protect businesses from AI-related threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
AI evolution revolutionises cybersecurity, says Palo Alto Networks
Firewalls

AI evolution revolutionises cybersecurity, says Palo Alto Networks

AI's rapid growth is revolutionising cybersecurity and cybercrime. Palo Alto Networks' Misti Landtroop highlights how AI is reshaping threat detection and prevention.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Hackers hit Paris Olympics venues & museums with ransomware
Ransomware

Hackers hit Paris Olympics venues & museums with ransomware

Hackers have targeted the Grand Palais and museums in Paris with a ransomware attack, blocking access to vital financial data ahead of the 2024 Olympics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
SentinelOne & Google Cloud strengthen cyber defence collaboration
Endpoint Protection

SentinelOne & Google Cloud strengthen cyber defence collaboration

SentinelOne and Google Cloud are enhancing their partnership to bolster enterprise cybersecurity, leveraging AI and shared telemetry data for improved threat detection and defence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses
EduTech

Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses

New research from Barracuda shows larger firms face more lateral phishing threats, while smaller companies are hit harder by external phishing and extortion.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024

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