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Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics

A joint advisory from international agencies warns of Iranian cyber actors targeting critical infrastructure sectors using brute force tactics for credential compromise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks

A new OpenText survey reveals 62% of firms faced ransomware attacks via software supply chains, with 93% fearing increased threats from AI-driven phishing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise
Unified Communications

Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise

Microsoft's Digital Defense Report highlights a rise in cyber threats, naming Australia as the sixth most targeted nation with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
Firewalls

WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report

WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Okta & Zscaler boost zero trust security with new tools
Unified Communications

Okta & Zscaler boost zero trust security with new tools

Okta and Zscaler have unveiled four new integrations to bolster zero trust security, enhancing access management and user experience for clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Infinigate & CYREBRO expand cybersecurity services in Europe
Cybersecurity

Infinigate & CYREBRO expand cybersecurity services in Europe

Infinigate Group and CYREBRO are expanding their partnership to enhance cybersecurity services for Managed Service Providers across Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
Firewalls

Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet

Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
WatchGuard reveals new malware trends in Q2 2024 report
Malware

WatchGuard reveals new malware trends in Q2 2024 report

WatchGuard's Q2 2024 Internet Security Report reveals new malware threats dominating the landscape, with 74% targeting Chromium-based browsers.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
BlackFog wins AI-based cybersecurity innovation award
Malware

BlackFog wins AI-based cybersecurity innovation award

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.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Recorded Future unveils AI tools to combat ransomware
Ransomware

Recorded Future unveils AI tools to combat ransomware

Recorded Future has unveiled new AI-driven tools aimed at providing real-time intelligence to help organisations combat the rising threat of ransomware.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Tata partners with Palo Alto for global cybersecurity solutions
Firewalls

Tata partners with Palo Alto for global cybersecurity solutions

Tata Communications has teamed up with Palo Alto Networks to deliver advanced cybersecurity solutions tailored for global enterprises amid rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI's role
Ransomware

Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI's role

Mandiant Consulting's Jurgen Kutcher warns of evolving cyber threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and the transformative role of AI in both attacks and defences.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Rise in ransomware groups reshapes cybersecurity landscape
Malware

Rise in ransomware groups reshapes cybersecurity landscape

Secureworks' latest report reveals a 30% rise in active ransomware groups, highlighting evolving cyber threats and increased complexity for network defenders.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Fortinet launches Lacework FortiCNAPP for cloud security
Firewalls

Fortinet launches Lacework FortiCNAPP for cloud security

Fortinet has launched Lacework FortiCNAPP, a new AI-driven platform aimed at enhancing cloud security by integrating multiple protection tools.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
CrowdStrike partners with firms to boost threat detection
Security Information and Event Management

CrowdStrike partners with firms to boost threat detection

CrowdStrike has announced strategic partnerships with CardinalOps, Nagomi Security, and Veriti to bolster threat detection in enterprise security systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Browser Detection and Response: Challenging Gartner's predictions of enterprise browsers
Firewalls

Browser Detection and Response: Challenging Gartner's predictions of enterprise browsers

Despite Gartner's predictions for enterprise browsers in cybersecurity, a new solution called Browser Detection and Response offers a more comprehensive approach.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Threat intelligence stories

Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams
EduTech

Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams

Bitdefender has launched 'Scam Copilot', an AI platform designed to combat online scams, amid concerns over AUD $2.7 billion lost to fraud in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Qualys launches industry-first cloud-based risk platform
Cloud Security

Qualys launches industry-first cloud-based risk platform

Qualys has unveiled the Risk Operations Center, claiming it to be the first cloud-based platform uniting cybersecurity risk data for real-time decision-making.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024