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Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks
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Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.
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Arctic Wolf report reveals IT security gaps in A/NZ region
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Arctic Wolf's 2024 Human Risk Behaviour Report reveals alarming security practices among IT leaders in Australia and New Zealand, with over two-thirds reusing passwords.
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Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton
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Thirteen per cent of Australians have fallen victim to identity theft, highlighting urgent concerns over financial stability and mental health, says Norton.
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US indictment reveals Anonymous Sudan's true motives
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The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted two Sudanese brothers linked to hacktivist group Anonymous Sudan, challenging beliefs of state-sponsored cyber attacks.
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CrowdStrike appoints Louis Tague as ANZ Sales VP
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CrowdStrike has appointed Louis Tague as Vice President of Sales for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost growth in the cybersecurity market.
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Expert advice to combat rising ransomware & phishing
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As Cyber Security Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge organisations to bolster defenses against the rising threats of ransomware and phishing attacks.
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Gap in cyber preparedness between Australia, UK, & US
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A new report reveals that only 50% of Australian executives feel their businesses can handle cyber threats, compared to 84% in the UK and US.
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WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.
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Cequence Security reports impressive 117% revenue growth
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Cequence Security has posted a remarkable 117% year-on-year growth in annual recurring revenue, driven by significant client acquisitions and industry recognition.
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AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd
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A new Bugcrowd report reveals 71% of hackers believe AI has boosted hacking's value, with 77% now using generative AI tools.
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Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
2 days ago
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Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.
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Cequence Security appoints Randolph Barr as new CISO
2 days ago
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Cequence Security has appointed Randolph Barr as Chief Information Security Officer to bolster its API security strategy and enhance customer confidence.
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WatchGuard reveals new malware trends in Q2 2024 report
2 days ago
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WatchGuard's Q2 2024 Internet Security Report reveals new malware threats dominating the landscape, with 74% targeting Chromium-based browsers.
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CISOs prioritise visibility into data-in-motion security
2 days ago
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A survey reveals that Global CISOs are prioritising visibility into data-in-motion amidst rising cyber threats and a projected USD $215 billion spend in 2024.
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Developer upskilling crucial for Secure-by-Design success
2 days ago
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Secure Code Warrior's new study reveals that under 4% of developers are engaged in Secure-by-Design upskilling, despite critical sectors showing strong security postures.
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Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security
3 days ago
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Proofpoint has achieved IRAP certification for its email protection services, ensuring compliance with Australian government security standards amid rising cyber threats.
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How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges
4 days ago
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This October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting younger Australians' struggles with online safety amid rising frustration and disengagement.
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BlackFog wins AI-based cybersecurity innovation award
4 days ago
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BlackFog has been honoured with the title of ‘AI-based Cybersecurity Innovation of the Year’ at the 2024 CyberSecurity Breakthrough Awards for its ADX technology.
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watchTowr secures $19 million in funding for expansion
4 days ago
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watchTowr has successfully secured $19 million in a Series A funding round to boost its expansion in the cybersecurity sector.
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Orro launches infrastructure services for Australia & NZ
4 days ago
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Orro has launched a new division, Orro Critical Infrastructure, to enhance Operational Technology services for critical infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand.