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Progress Software patch highlights security vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Progress Software recently patched a high-severity authentication bypass in its MOVEit managed file transfer solution, as we're reminded of the importance of security for critical infrastructure.
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SentinelLabs report exposes ransomware strategy of APT groups
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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disruption
SentinelLabs' latest report exposes how cyberespionage groups, including the Chinese APT group ChamelGang, are strategically using ransomware for disruption and misattribution.
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BlackBerry cyber report reveals 3.1 million attacks in Q1 2024
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
BlackBerry's latest report reveals alarming rise in malware, with 3.1 million cyberattacks thwarted from Jan to Mar 2024—critical infrastructure, especially finance, severely hit.
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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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Inside the day-to-day challenges of Splunk's CISO Jason Lee
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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siem
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phishing
Splunk's CISO Jason Lee has discussed the dynamic nature of his role, the importance of using Splunk’s own products, and tackling cybersecurity threats.
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Dragos report shows rising OT cybersecurity threat in Australia
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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hacktivists
Dragos' 2023 Australian OT Cybersecurity review reveals rising threats, with 13 local ransomware incidents and critical infrastructure at risk. Turner urges stronger measures.
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Cequence & Singularity Tech forge API security partnership
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Cequence partners with Singularity Tech to enhance API security in Australia and New Zealand, tackling API sprawl and compliance challenges in regulated sectors.
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Arctic Wolf honours top partners at Sydney's Partner Jam event
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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edutech
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nz
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government
Arctic Wolf celebrated its A/NZ 2024 Partner of the Year Awards at Sydney’s Partner Jam, highlighting a 156% rise in regional partners since 2022.
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Everfox to acquire Garrison Technology, enhancing cybersecurity
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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cybersecurity
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government
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m&a
Everfox agrees to acquire London’s Garrison Technology, aiming to enhance its cybersecurity solutions with Garrison’s hardware-enforced security capabilities.
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Protecting data centres against emerging cybersecurity threats
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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risk & compliance
Data centres face rising, sophisticated cyber threats linked to geopolitical strife and financial motives. AI and partnerships are key to their defence.
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Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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malware
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cybersecurity
A recent ransomware attack on Southern Water by Black Basta highlights the mounting threat to U.K. critical infrastructure, prompting urgent calls for robust cybersecurity measures.
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IFS to acquire Copperleaf Technologies for asset management boost
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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m&a
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electricity
IFS has signed an agreement to acquire Copperleaf Technologies, aiming to finalise by Q3 2024. The move enhances IFS's AI-driven asset management capabilities.
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Forescout report reveals 2024's riskiest connected devices
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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storage
Forescout's Vedere Labs reveals network infrastructure and endpoints as top vulnerabilities in 2024, with significant IoT risks and improvements in healthcare device security.
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Arch.law acquires Conexus Law to boost international reach
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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supply chain systems
In a strategic expansion, arch.law acquires Conexus Law, a data centre sector specialist, including its 14-strong London team, strengthening its global footprint.
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Australia’s National Cybersecurity Act races against technological advancement
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australia's fragmented cybersecurity laws face overhaul as new National Cybersecurity Act aims to modernise protection against AI and quantum computing threats.
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US Insider Risk Management Centre launches to tackle threats
Fri, 24th May 2024
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it training
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research
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public sector
The new U.S. Insider Risk Management Centre of Excellence launches to strengthen insider threat defences, collaborating with the Australian and Canadian counterparts.
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US infrastructure crisis: a third illegally pay ransoms
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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cybercriminals
Over a third of US critical infrastructure entities have illegally paid ransoms, facing grave legal and financial fallout, Bridewell study finds.
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Study reveals major vulnerabilities in operational technology
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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pam
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physical security
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claroty
A Claroty study reveals that 13% of operational technology assets have insecure internet connections and 36% have known exploited vulnerabilities, posing severe cybersecurity risks.
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Infosecurity Europe 2024 report highlights growing cyber threats
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Infosecurity Europe unveils its 2024 Cybersecurity Trends report, showing ransomware and AI-driven attacks are pushing 40% of firms to boost cyber defence investments.
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Tesserent advises on third-party risks after MediSecure breach
Tue, 21st May 2024
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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cybercriminals
In the aftermath of a cyber security breach at MediSecure, Tesserent, linked to Thales Australia, advises firms to rigorously evaluate third-party supplier risks.