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UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis
Ransomware

UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis

A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
UK government considers banning ransomware payments
Software-as-a-Service

UK government considers banning ransomware payments

The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience
Ransomware

Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience

Experts from Semperis forecast that AI will dominate cybersecurity discussions in 2025, despite many attacks remaining basic and clunky.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Wirral hospital cyberattack highlights ransomware risks
Ransomware

Wirral hospital cyberattack highlights ransomware risks

The ongoing cyberattack on Wirral University Teaching Hospital has sparked alarm over the vulnerability of healthcare systems to ransomware threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Ransomware attack exposes retail vulnerabilities globally
Disaster Recovery

Ransomware attack exposes retail vulnerabilities globally

A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder has disrupted supply chains for Morrisons and Sainsbury's, raising concerns over holiday vulnerabilities for retailers.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

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BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security
Hyperscale

BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security

BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Quest launches new solutions for cyber resilience boost
Disaster Recovery

Quest launches new solutions for cyber resilience boost

Quest Software has launched two innovative solutions, Security Guardian Shields Up and Disaster Recovery for Identity, to bolster cyber resilience against daily identity attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Semperis achieves ARR milestone with USD $100 million mark
Ransomware

Semperis achieves ARR milestone with USD $100 million mark

Semperis has surpassed USD $100 million in annual recurring revenue, a remarkable feat achieved by fewer than 1 in 1,000 venture-backed software firms.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
CyberArk reveals centralised authentication for Linux IAM
Ransomware

CyberArk reveals centralised authentication for Linux IAM

CyberArk has launched Identity Bridge, a new solution to enhance identity and access management for Linux systems, aiming to reduce reliance on outdated methods.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Semperis & iC Consult expand partnership to UK market
Disaster Recovery

Semperis & iC Consult expand partnership to UK market

Semperis and iC Consult are expanding their partnership into the UK, aiming to enhance operational resilience against identity security threats for businesses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security
Software-as-a-Service

Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security

Semperis has launched Lightning Intelligence, a new security tool to assess posture across multi-forest Active Directory and Entra ID, aiding in identity attack prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Commvault unveils AD forest recovery for cyber resilience
Data Protection

Commvault unveils AD forest recovery for cyber resilience

Commvault has unveiled a new automated Active Directory forest recovery feature, enhancing cyber resilience against rising ransomware threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
Firewalls

Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report

A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Exclusive: How Semperis is tackling identity-based cyber threats in APJ region
Ransomware

Exclusive: How Semperis is tackling identity-based cyber threats in APJ region

As identity-based cyber threats surge, Semperis aims to bolster security in the APJ region, focusing on protecting vital systems like Active Directory.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025
Ransomware

Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025

Cybersecurity experts predict significant shifts by 2025, with Active Directory becoming a prime target and critical infrastructure facing escalating threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Ransomware risk rises during holidays, warns Semperis
Data Protection

Ransomware risk rises during holidays, warns Semperis

Semperis' 2024 report reveals a staggering 69% of firms in Australia and New Zealand suffer ransomware attacks during holidays, despite reduced security staffing.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Semperis unveils Lightning Intelligence for identity security
Software-as-a-Service

Semperis unveils Lightning Intelligence for identity security

Semperis has unveiled Lightning Intelligence, a new SaaS solution to enhance identity security for hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID systems.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Nerdio expands platform to manage full Microsoft 365 suite
Unified Communications

Nerdio expands platform to manage full Microsoft 365 suite

Nerdio expands its Manager for MSPs platform to manage Microsoft 365, offering flexible pricing and enhanced security features through a CIS partnership.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024