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Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report
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A recent report by Qualys reveals human error as a major security threat in cloud and SaaS sectors, with 28% of organisations facing data breaches last year.
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Utimaco launches Quantum Protect for post-quantum security
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data protection
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semiconductors
Utimaco has unveiled Quantum Protect, a Post Quantum Cryptography application package and simulator, addressing quantum threats to secure future digital assets.
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Prowler secures USD $6.5 million to enhance cloud security
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Prowler has raised USD $6.5 million in a seed-extension round, totalling USD $12.5 million, to enhance its open cloud security solutions amidst rising digital threats.
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Google Cloud Run vulnerability exposed by Tenable Research
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data protection
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cloud security
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breach prevention
Tenable Research has uncovered a vulnerability in Google Cloud Run, named ImageRunner, which could allow attackers to access private container images.
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Concerns mount over enforcement of Online Safety Act
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ai
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mental health
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users
Ofcom faces backlash for its regulatory approach to the Online Safety Act, as experts warn of rising dangers for children exposed to unmonitored social media.
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Contrast Security launches new channel-first strategy
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siem
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application security
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cybersecurity
Contrast Security has unveiled a channel-first strategy to boost global adoption of its application security solutions, enhancing partnerships and market reach.
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Cequence Security earns AWS Security Competency status
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data protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Cequence Security has earned AWS Security Competency status, showcasing its expertise in cybersecurity to protect cloud environments against evolving threats.
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Semperis study reveals critical cyber threats to utilities
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
A study by Semperis reveals that 62% of UK and US water and electricity utilities were targeted by cyberattacks in the past year, raising serious alerts.
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Northern Data & Gcore to launch AI platform collaboration
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data protection
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edge ai
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cloud services
Northern Data Group and Gcore have teamed up to launch a comprehensive AI platform aimed at enterprises, targeting a projected USD $169 billion inferencing market by 2032.
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Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence
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firewalls
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network security
A report by Sophos reveals that urgent action is needed against cyber threats, with attackers exploiting valid credentials for over half of breaches.
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Identity Management Day focuses on digital security future
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
As Identity Management Day approaches on 8 April, experts highlight the urgent need for robust digital identity security amid rising threats and technological change.
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i-PRO set to secure new AI management certification
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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i-PRO is on the brink of achieving ISO/IEC 42001 certification for its AI management systems, revolutionising practices in physical security.
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Gallagher unveils new updates at Security Event 2025
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personal computing devices
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apple wallet
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security industry
Gallagher Security is set to unveil major product updates and discussions at The Security Event 2025 in Birmingham, promising a significant showcase for the industry.
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F5 unveils VELOS upgrades for AI in service providers
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network infrastructure
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application security
F5 has launched updates to its VELOS product line, enhancing AI capabilities for service providers with advanced solutions like the 6-Tbps chassis and 400-Gbps blade.
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Rise of Gen AI 'gray bots' threatens online platforms
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application security
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Generative AI 'gray bots' are relentlessly bombarding websites, as revealed by cybersecurity firm Barracuda, posing significant operational threats.
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The bot battle: How to defend against scraping attacks
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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scraping
In an era where data is invaluable, organisations face a surge in sophisticated scraping attacks, with bad bots accounting for 71% of all bot traffic in 2024.
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Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw
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malware
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edutech
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endpoint protection
Kaspersky has uncovered and patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome, enabling attackers to bypass sandbox protections via malicious links.
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ThreatAware unveils Version 3.0 of its cyber security platform
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data protection
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api
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cybersecurity
ThreatAware has launched Version 3.0 of its CAASM platform, enhancing device visibility and security for organisations navigating fragmented IT landscapes.
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Exabeam unveils Nova AI agent for enhanced security ops
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siem
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Exabeam has launched Nova, an autonomous AI agent that enhances security operations by speeding up incident response and boosting analyst productivity by up to 80%.
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Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
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malware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.