Threat Landscape stories - Page 44
'Catastrophic forgetting': What it is, and how to prevent it
Mon, 3rd May 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
AI has been used to combat cyber-threats for years. But there are many related pitfalls — and catastrophic forgetting is a major one.
Dell Technologies partners with SecureWorks for new security service
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Dell Technologies partners with Secureworks to launch a subscription-based cybersecurity service. It provides 24/7 security and threat detection.
COVID-19-themed threats, Powershell malware continue surge
Fri, 16th Apr 2021
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malware
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casb
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cybersecurity
COVID-19-themed threats and Powershell malware surge, according to McAfee's Threats Report. Average threats reached 648 per minute, a 10% increase.
97% of organisations experienced a mobile threat in 2020 — report
Wed, 14th Apr 2021
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malware
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semiconductors
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endpoint protection
Almost all organisations faced mobile cyber-threats in 2020, as remote working increased concerns about mobile security, says Check Point Software.
Mobile devices biggest enterprise security threat - report
Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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mdm
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
Businesses at risk from cyber criminals due to rushed remote working during COVID-19, says Verizon. 49% experienced cybersecurity issues.
2020 sees a global shift in financial malware threats
Wed, 7th Apr 2021
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
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financial results
The financial threat landscape experienced a game-changing pandemic year, according to a new report from Kaspersky.
Zscaler and CrowdStrike release integrations for end-to-end security
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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ai security
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ai
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zscaler
This collaboration between the two cloud-native security companies provides joint customers with adaptive, risk-based access control to private applications.
“Cybersecurity risk has never been greater,' declares FortiGuard Labs
Thu, 4th Mar 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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supply chain
Adversaries are highly adaptable as they conduct sophisticated attacks, particularly against remote workers, digital supply chains, and core networks.
Cyber-risk to critical infrastructure reaches all-time high — report
Mon, 22nd Feb 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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digital transformation
New research from Nozomi Networks Labs found that attackers are doubling down on high-value targets and weaponising the software supply chain.
Three steps to a security-driven network for a stronger security posture
Tue, 16th Feb 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Distributed workforces and changing environments render traditional network security tools insufficient, requiring a shift to security-driven networking.
Check Point launches security gateways to protect SMBs against threats
Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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smb
The range of six gateways sets new standards of protection against the most advanced cyber attacks for SMBs, giving greater ease of deployment and management.
Verify, and keep verifying: The case for a zero trust framework
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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malware
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zero trust security
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cybersecurity
In a digitally transformed world and dynamic new environment, static trust can never be assumed. Zero trust security is at the heart of this mindset.
How Bitcoin could impact the cyber-threat landscape
Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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crypto
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
Bitcoin's surge in value has made cybercriminals rich, with the rise in profits driving a more financially motivated threat landscape.
Malware variants becoming increasingly prevalent, sophisticated and evolved
Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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malware
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ai security
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ai
Malware variants are becoming more sophisticated and prevalent, posing a greater threat to businesses, according to Giacom and Webroot.
Cybercriminals target COVID-19 vaccine - report
Wed, 23rd Dec 2020
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healthtech
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hacking
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positive technologies
Attackers did not spare clinics where COVID-19 patients were being treated or pharmaceutical sites where vaccine research was being conducted.
WatchGuard releases two new firewall appliances
Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
New Firebox M Series appliances provide flexible security for organisations managing the increased shift to remote workforces.
DNS threats expected to explode over the holiday period, report finds
Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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ddos
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shopping
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neustar
Experts warn of heightened DNS attack risks during holiday shopping peak, urge firms to bolster cyber defences.
Malwarebytes expands security protection suite for remote workers
Wed, 9th Dec 2020
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risk & compliance
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
Malwarebytes has announced the expansion of its protection suite and industry partnerships to incorporate more features to help protect remote workers.
Malwarebytes expands protection suite, with focus on protecting remote workers
Fri, 4th Dec 2020
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malware
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endpoint protection
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risk & compliance
Malwarebytes expands its protection suite and partners with cyber-insurance provider Coalition to offer customers joint discounts.
Bad Bots and DDoS fuel record cyber risk
Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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ddos
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supply chain
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breach prevention
Bad Bots and DDoS attacks are set to increase cyber risk during the 2020 holiday shopping season, warns Imperva.