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Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security
Multi-factor authentication

Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security

On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Exclusive: CommScope's Russell Julius dives into GigaReach XL
Robotics

Exclusive: CommScope's Russell Julius dives into GigaReach XL

CommScope's GigaReach XL now extends structured cabling reach to 250 metres, simplifying installations and cutting costs in large facilities, says Russell Julius.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Saviynt launches AI tool for identity risk management
Cloud Security

Saviynt launches AI tool for identity risk management

Saviynt has launched an AI-driven Identity Security Posture Management tool to help firms proactively tackle identity risks and reduce audit times by up to 90%.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
World Password Day reminds us: It's time to rethink access security
Firewalls

World Password Day reminds us: It's time to rethink access security

World Password Day highlights the need for password managers and MFA as essential security measures against rising cyber threats in 2025.

By Robin Long • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Password security evolves as regulations & threats intensify
Data Protection

Password security evolves as regulations & threats intensify

Organisations must advance password security with AI-driven methods and blockchain tech to meet tougher regulations and combat sophisticated cyber threats.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Mandiant report finds rise in financially motivated cyber attacks
Multi-factor authentication

Mandiant report finds rise in financially motivated cyber attacks

Mandiant's 2024 report reveals a rise in financially motivated cyber attacks, with 55% of threat groups seeking profit, while detection remains a major challenge globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Cookie theft bypasses MFA and grants cloud access
Ransomware

Cookie theft bypasses MFA and grants cloud access

Researchers reveal a method to bypass MFA and hijack cloud sessions by stealing browser cookies, threatening access to Microsoft 365, Google Workspace and AWS.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Organisations ramp SaaS security spend but gaps persist
Software-as-a-Service

Organisations ramp SaaS security spend but gaps persist

New research reveals organisations ramp up SaaS security budgets yet face persistent risks in data protection and access control amid growing adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Verkada appoints new regional VPs for ANZ & ASEAN
Software-as-a-Service

Verkada appoints new regional VPs for ANZ & ASEAN

Verkada has announced the appointment of Steve Bray as Regional Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, alongside Blake Day as Head of ASEAN, to bolster growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Apr 2025
One in fourteen workers use China-based AI apps, study shows
Data Protection

One in fourteen workers use China-based AI apps, study shows

Employees use an average of 254 AI apps at work, with 7% trying China-based platforms, raising serious data security concerns, Harmonic Security finds.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025
DBS & Bank of China Singapore hit by cyberattack
Ransomware

DBS & Bank of China Singapore hit by cyberattack

A ransomware attack on a printing vendor has exposed customer data from DBS and Bank of China Singapore, highlighting urgent supply chain cybersecurity needs.

By William Oh • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Just-in-time access emerges as key to mitigating risk
Software-as-a-Service

Just-in-time access emerges as key to mitigating risk

As organisations increasingly turn to cloud solutions, Just-in-Time access emerges as a vital strategy to mitigate security risks linked to access privileges.

By Scott Hesford • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
World Cloud Security Day highlights rising cyber threats
Endpoint Protection

World Cloud Security Day highlights rising cyber threats

As World Cloud Security Day highlights escalating cyber threats, experts stress the urgent need for robust cloud security frameworks to safeguard digital environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Motorola unveils Avigilon Alta SOS to boost emergency response
Physical Security

Motorola unveils Avigilon Alta SOS to boost emergency response

Motorola Solutions has unveiled updates to its Avigilon security suite, introducing the Alta SOS feature to improve communication with emergency services.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
World Cloud Security Day: Genetec outlines best practices for cyber resilience
Disaster Recovery

World Cloud Security Day: Genetec outlines best practices for cyber resilience

Genetec has issued best practices to boost cyber resilience for organisations using cloud systems, amidst rising cyber threats ahead of World Cloud Security Day.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Kaspersky expands global training with new Partner Locator
EduTech

Kaspersky expands global training with new Partner Locator

Kaspersky has enhanced its Partner Locator by adding Authorized Training Centers, boosting access for cybersecurity professionals to vital training worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025

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Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks
DevOps

Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks

Marks & Spencer's recent cyber attack exposes vulnerabilities in the UK's food supply chain, prompting urgent calls for stronger cyber security measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Genetec & Western Sydney University launch five-year internship
Physical Security

Genetec & Western Sydney University launch five-year internship

Genetec partners with Western Sydney University to launch a five-year internship scheme offering semester-long placements to tech students starting March 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025