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Five Eyes backs Purple Knight for Active Directory defence
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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okta
The Five Eyes Alliance has endorsed Semperis's Purple Knight tool to enhance security in Microsoft Active Directory systems, vital for UK firms.
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Threat actors increasingly strike out of hours, forcing a rethink on cybersecurity
Last week
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genai
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New research reveals that 45% of cyber threats occur outside business hours, prompting a critical rethink in cybersecurity strategies, particularly in Australia.
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ReliaQuest report reveals new cloud phishing tactics
Last month
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malware
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devops
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cloud security
ReliaQuest's latest report uncovers cyber attackers' exploitation of cloud environments, revealing alarming phishing tactics and vulnerabilities in APIs.
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Memory safety vulnerabilities continue to plague ICS: Here’s what to do about it
Last month
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cybersecurity
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nsa
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industrial control systems
Memory safety vulnerabilities are surging in industrial control systems, with over 3,000 reported in 2022, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures.
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Education remains a target for cyberattacks says Microsoft
Last month
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.
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HP unveils hackers use fake firms to get trusted certificates
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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nvidia
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venafi
HP Wolf Security research reveals hackers are forming fake firms to obtain certificates for fraudulent websites, evading Windows security and user alerts.
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The insider threat: Why Australian businesses are most vulnerable from within
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
Australian businesses face a growing insider threat, with a 2022 study revealing 67% of companies grappling with frequent internal security incidents.
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Australia's new labour law complicates cybersecurity efforts
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
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healthtech
Australia's new right to disconnect law, targeting burnout reduction, starkly contrasts with rising cyber threats, 45% of which hit outside working hours.
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Sophos unveils Chinese cyber espionage tactics in new report
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
Sophos has disclosed new insights into the Crimson Palace cyber espionage campaign by Chinese state actors, revealing persistent threats across Southeast Asia.
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Forescout's 2024 H1 Threat Review reveals surge in cyber threats
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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virtualisation
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Report reveals a 43% surge in vulnerabilities and a 6% rise in ransomware attacks in H1 2024, with VPNs and network infrastructure under significant threat.
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GenAI: A new era of social engineering threats for Australian businesses
Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
GenAI’s rapid evolution is enabling cybercriminals to launch more sophisticated social engineering attacks, posing rising threats to Australian businesses.
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Teleport announces partnership with global IT firm TD Synnex
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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data protection
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resellers
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identity
Teleport partners with TD Synnex to streamline and expand secure infrastructure access solutions, enhancing options for protection against identity-based cyber attacks.
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Report reveals lag in disclosure of ransomware attacks in 2023
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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healthtech
A new Silobreaker report reveals that over 50% of ransomware victims delay disclosure until public exposure, with some never acknowledging attacks at all.
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Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
The rapidly evolving ransomware threat poses a significant risk to business continuity, crucially impacting cyber insurance strategies. Companies must bolster cybersecurity to stay ahead.
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Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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firewalls
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email security
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breach prevention
A Barracuda report highlights a stark disparity in email attack types faced by large and small firms, with lateral phishing targeting major companies and extortion menacing smaller ones.
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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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ai security
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microsoft
Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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Kaspersky reports surge in hybrid phishing campaigns for 2024
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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phishing
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martech
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email security
Kaspersky researchers identify a new trend blending spear phishing’s personalisation with bulk phishing’s scale, marking a sophisticated cybersecurity threat.
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Cloudflare report reveals rising DDoS attacks & API risks
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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ddos
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data analytics
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application security
Cloudflare's 2024 State of Application Security Report reveals soaring DDoS attacks, exploited zero-day vulnerabilities, and escalating supply chain risks.
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BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
BlackBerry's Q1 2024 report reveals unprecedented cyber threats, detecting 3.1 million attacks and a 40% rise in new malware, spotlighting surging global cybersecurity tensions.
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Organisations prioritise SaaS security, increase budgets amid cuts
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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saas
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
In 2025, 70% of organisations prioritise SaaS security, forming dedicated teams despite economic pressures, reveals CSA and Adaptive Shield survey.