SecurityBrief UK - Technology news for CISOs & cybersecurity decision-makers
United Kingdom

Latest News - Page 605

Palo Alto Networks adds more incentives to NextWave partner program
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks adds more incentives to NextWave partner program

This latest launch brings a significant set of enhancements, incentives and training to the company's NextWave Partner Program.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Feb 2021
Increase in emergence of new cloud watering hole attacks
Virtualisation

Increase in emergence of new cloud watering hole attacks

There is an increased adoption of managed infrastructure services and emergence of new cloud watering hole attacks, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Feb 2021
Cyber-pandemic: The most notable cyber attacks of 2020
Distributed Denial of Service

Cyber-pandemic: The most notable cyber attacks of 2020

2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic saw employees move to remote working, keeping IT professionals on high alert for cyberattacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2021
WhiteHat: 50% of apps are vulnerable
Application Security

WhiteHat: 50% of apps are vulnerable

Half of all applications are vulnerable, according to research from WhiteHat Security, highlighting the ongoing state of application security.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
How to stay ahead of the next cyber breach
Cloud Access Security Broker

How to stay ahead of the next cyber breach

The shift to remote working has posed challenges for cybersecurity professionals. This article explores how to adapt to the new security landscape.

By Anurag Kahol • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
Cyber-risk to critical infrastructure reaches all-time high — report
Malware

Cyber-risk to critical infrastructure reaches all-time high — report

New research from Nozomi Networks Labs found that attackers are doubling down on high-value targets and weaponising the software supply chain.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2021
Research reveals increase in critical, low complexity vulnerabilities
IoT Security

Research reveals increase in critical, low complexity vulnerabilities

Critical and low complexity vulnerabilities are on the rise, with over 10,000 logged in 2020, according to a new study by Redscan.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Feb 2021
VPNs and zero trust security don't mix - Zscaler report
Malware

VPNs and zero trust security don't mix - Zscaler report

93% of organisations surveyed have deployed some kind of VPN, yet 94% know that VPNs are a popular target for cybercriminals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Feb 2021
Ping Identity announces appointment of new VP of R&D
Identity and Access Management

Ping Identity announces appointment of new VP of R&D

Ping Identity appoints Peter Burke as SVP of R&D to drive product strategy and development across its suite of solutions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Feb 2021
CISOs, don't underestimate the importance of soft skills
Cybersecurity

CISOs, don't underestimate the importance of soft skills

There is increasing importance on Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) having and developing the skill of emotional intelligence, a new report states.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Feb 2021
Shields up: surprises are the new normal
Cloud Security

Shields up: surprises are the new normal

The rise in remote work and cybercrime marketplaces are increasing the risk of cyber attacks on organisations, warns Mimecast.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2021
Quantum extends Veeam partnership in a bid to protect against ransomware
Malware

Quantum extends Veeam partnership in a bid to protect against ransomware

Quantum has partnered with Veeam to enhance ransomware protection for enterprises using its ActiveScale object storage system.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2021
2021's Most Wanted: Emotet continues reign as top malware threat
Malware

2021's Most Wanted: Emotet continues reign as top malware threat

The Emotet trojan continues to reign as top malware in January, despite international law enforcement taking control of its infrastructure.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2021
Secureworks launches XDR security solution & MSSP program
Endpoint Protection

Secureworks launches XDR security solution & MSSP program

Secureworks has launched Taegis XDR, a new security analytics platform that enhances threat detection and response capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2021
Vulnerability disclosures back to expected rates despite COVID-19 disruption
Security vulnerabilities

Vulnerability disclosures back to expected rates despite COVID-19 disruption

Vulnerability disclosures are returning to normal levels, with 2020 on track to surpass 2019, according to a report by Risk Based Security.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021
Three steps to a security-driven network for a stronger security posture
Firewalls

Three steps to a security-driven network for a stronger security posture

Distributed workforces and changing environments render traditional network security tools insufficient, requiring a shift to security-driven networking.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021
Organisations investing significant time modifying web application firewalls
Distributed Denial of Service

Organisations investing significant time modifying web application firewalls

85% of organisations spend significant time modifying web application firewalls to combat cybersecurity threats, says Neustar.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Feb 2021
Millions of email attacks missed by organisations' cyber security protection
Firewalls

Millions of email attacks missed by organisations' cyber security protection

Millions of email attacks are bypassing organisations' cyber security measures, leaving them vulnerable to threats, says Barracuda.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Feb 2021
Endace and Corelight step in to enhance incident response workflows
Endace

Endace and Corelight step in to enhance incident response workflows

Endace and Corelight partner to provide security teams with detailed forensic data for rapid incident response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2021