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Cybersecurity professionals set to gain new trauma support
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cybersecurity professionals set to gain new trauma support

The Chartered Institute of Information Security teams with PTSD Resolution to offer trauma therapy and mental health support to UK cybersecurity professionals from May 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Sophos partners with Capsule to streamline cyber insurance for SMBs
Firewalls

Sophos partners with Capsule to streamline cyber insurance for SMBs

Sophos has teamed up with Capsule to simplify cyber insurance for SMBs, offering discounted premiums linked to Sophos cybersecurity solutions via MSPs.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025

Global Stories

Cyber Threat stories

Security agencies urge stronger AI data protocols & SIEM shift
Semiconductors

Security agencies urge stronger AI data protocols & SIEM shift

Global security agencies urge enhanced AI data security and updated SIEM-SOAR protocols to combat evolving cyber threats and safeguard critical systems.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Radiant Logic launches AI tool for identity visibility
Hybrid Cloud

Radiant Logic launches AI tool for identity visibility

Radiant Logic unveils Identity Observability for RadiantOne, offering real-time AI-powered insights and risk management across identity systems in enterprises.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector
EduTech

AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector

AARNet and CrowdStrike expand their partnership to deliver 24/7 managed detection and response services, enhancing cybersecurity across Australia's research and education sectors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Cisco Duo launches identity service to tackle AI cyber threats
Multi-factor authentication

Cisco Duo launches identity service to tackle AI cyber threats

Cisco Duo unveils Duo IAM, a new identity service enhancing AI-driven security with passwordless login and advanced threat protection for safer access.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams
Software-as-a-Service

Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams

Immersive has launched a new SaaS cybersecurity training suite to help industrial teams tackle rising threats in operational technology environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Organisations boost AI security as data threats & risks evolve
Malware

Organisations boost AI security as data threats & risks evolve

Nearly 70% of organisations see rapid AI development, especially generative AI, as their top security concern, urges Thales' 2025 Data Threat Report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
AI-driven threats prompt IT leaders to rethink hybrid cloud security
Firewalls

AI-driven threats prompt IT leaders to rethink hybrid cloud security

A new survey reveals 91% of IT leaders are reassessing hybrid cloud risks as AI-driven cyberattacks surge, with global costs hitting USD $3 trillion annually.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware
Malware

Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware

Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.

By Erich Kron • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Report finds low ECH use but risks from malicious actors grow
Firewalls

Report finds low ECH use but risks from malicious actors grow

Corrata's report reveals ECH privacy protocol use is rare among enterprise mobiles but exploited by 17% of risky sites, mainly via Cloudflare network.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Organisations ramp up AI tool blocks to counter shadow AI risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Organisations ramp up AI tool blocks to counter shadow AI risks

Organisations are increasingly blocking access to generative AI tools, with DNSFilter halting over 60 million AI queries in March to curb shadow AI risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Survey reveals gap between threat intelligence & execution
Unified Communications

Survey reveals gap between threat intelligence & execution

A Cyware survey reveals firms value threat intelligence but struggle with automation and internal collaboration, hindering effective cyber threat response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

AI-fuelled scams & phishing soar in New Zealand, says Gen
Malware

AI-fuelled scams & phishing soar in New Zealand, says Gen

AI-driven scams have surged in New Zealand, with fake update scams up 11,000%, as cybercriminals exploit breached data and new AI tools, Gen reveals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
SME CyberResilience aims to boost cyber defences for 2,000 firms
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SME CyberResilience aims to boost cyber defences for 2,000 firms

ST Engineering and IMDA launch SME CyberResilience to provide 2,000 Singapore SMEs with free cyber threat scanning and expert guidance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Exclusive: National cyber security coordinator says upcoming laws will elevate digital safety
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive: National cyber security coordinator says upcoming laws will elevate digital safety

Australia's new Cyber Security Act, starting next week, mandates ransomware reporting and smart device standards, aiming for a resilient digital future.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Exabeam & Vectra AI partner to boost threat detection speed
Firewalls

Exabeam & Vectra AI partner to boost threat detection speed

Exabeam and Vectra AI have partnered to integrate their platforms, aiming to accelerate cyber threat detection and simplify security operations for organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025