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Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses cybersecurity challenges and AI innovations

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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Rapid7's Craig Adams highlights the evolving cybersecurity landscape, emphasising the need for integrated visibility and AI-driven solutions to combat emerging threats.
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Ransomware-as-a-Service group BianLian opts for unique model

Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
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The BianLian data extortion group operates differently from typical ransomware gangs, showing remarkable adaptability in their operations, says expert Jason Baker.
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Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.
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Cybercriminals target Olympic Games & concerts in 2024

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Cybercriminals are exploiting major events like the EUROs and Valentine's Day with phishing attacks, prompting warnings for heightened consumer vigilance.
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Capslock launches Deploy to address UK cyber skills gap

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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CAPSLOCK has unveiled 'Deploy', a service aimed at bridging the looming cyber skills gap in UK organisations as staffing shortages rise to 67% in 2024.
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N-able acquires Adlumin to boost cybersecurity offerings

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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N-able has acquired Adlumin for approximately USD $100 million, bolstering its security operations with advanced cloud-native XDR and MDR solutions.
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Cofense report: Sophisticated email threats on the rise

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Cofense's latest report reveals a sharp rise in sophisticated phishing attacks, with malicious emails now detected every 45 seconds, up from 57 seconds last year.
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Exabeam & Wiz partner to boost cloud security solutions

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Exabeam has partnered with Wiz to boost cloud security, combining AI-driven analytics with advanced threat detection for enhanced protection.
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Businesses fear AI's role in rising cyberattack threats

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A recent Kaspersky study reveals 76% of businesses face rising cyber incidents, with 46% fearing AI-driven attacks, urging a rethink in cybersecurity strategies.
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Bitsight acquires Cybersixgill for USD $115 million

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Bitsight has acquired threat intelligence provider Cybersixgill for USD $115 million, bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising cyber risks.
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Todd Chronert named new Chief Revenue Officer at Red Canary

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Red Canary has appointed Todd Chronert as Chief Revenue Officer, bringing nearly 20 years of cybersecurity leadership to enhance global sales.
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UBDS Group acquires 3B Data Security to bolster UK cyber

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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UBDS Group has acquired 3B Data Security to bolster its UK cyber security capabilities, integrating 23 employees while preserving the firm's brand identity.
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Ripjar appoints new CEO amid significant investment boost

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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Ripjar has secured a majority growth investment from Long Ridge Equity Partners, appointing Tom Obermaier as its new CEO to enhance global operations.
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NTT DATA & Palo Alto Networks launch new MXDR service

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks have unveiled a new MXDR service, enhancing cybersecurity resilience for enterprises in an era of evolving threats.
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Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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cloud security
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smart home
Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.
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NTT DATA & Palo Alto partner on cybersecurity service

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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NTT DATA has teamed up with Palo Alto Networks to introduce its Managed Extended Detection and Response service, enhancing enterprise cybersecurity significantly.
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Qualys VMDR recognised as leader in 2024 GigaOm report

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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Qualys' Vulnerability Management, Detection and Response has been named both an 'Outperformer' and 'Leader' in the 2024 GigaOm Radar Report for Continuous Vulnerability Management.
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Turning uncertainty into a power: How threat hunters can benefit from productive paranoia

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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breach prevention
As economic and cyber threats rise, European IT professionals embrace 'productive paranoia' to enhance security through human intelligence and AI.
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Proofpoint uncovers 'Voldemort' malware linked to TA415

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Researchers at Proofpoint have unveiled a sophisticated malware campaign named 'Voldemort', linked to the TA415 threat group, targeting over 70 organisations worldwide.
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Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A joint advisory from international agencies warns of Iranian cyber actors targeting critical infrastructure sectors using brute force tactics for credential compromise.