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Rise in cyberattacks using legitimate RMM tools noted

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Proofpoint researchers have reported a surge in cybercriminals using remote monitoring tools like ScreenConnect in email attacks, marking a shift in tactics post-2024.
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Outpost24 enhances threat insight with dark web module

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Outpost24 has boosted its External Attack Surface Management platform with a new Dark Web module, offering enhanced visibility of cyber threats for security teams.
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Rubrik unveils upgrades for enhanced cyber resilience

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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Rubrik has launched new upgrades to its cyber resilience solutions, enhancing data protection across cloud platforms and ensuring rapid recovery from cyber incidents.
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KnowBe4's global report finds rising cyber threats aimed at retail sector

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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The company's latest report reveals a drastic shift in cybercrime, with phishing attacks now accounting for 38% of retail data breaches in 2023.
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Harmony raises USD $3 million to boost AI cyber defences

Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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Harmony Intelligence has raised USD $3 million to enhance AI-driven cyber defence technologies, tackling the surge of AI-enabled cyber threats.
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Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
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RMM Best Practices for 2025 – All You Need to Know

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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As the modern workplace faces rising cybersecurity threats, Pulseway outlines six essential RMM best practices for 2025 to enhance IT management and security.
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Varonis Systems named leader in data security by Forrester

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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Varonis Systems has topped The Forrester Wave's Q1 2025 report for Data Security Platforms, gaining recognition as both Leader and Customer Favourite.
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Rubrik unveils enhanced protection across cloud platforms

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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Rubrik has unveiled advanced enhancements for data protection across cloud, SaaS and on-premises environments, aiming to bolster cyber resilience and recovery speed.
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Small businesses targeted by cybercriminals on dark web

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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A new report by Guardz reveals that small businesses are increasingly falling victim to cybercriminals, with dark web Attack as a Service schemes on the rise.
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Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.
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Experts discuss Netflix miniseries Zero Day cyber themes

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Netflix's new miniseries Zero Day, starring Robert De Niro as a former president, ignites debate among experts over its portrayal of cyber warfare.
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Government Strategies Against Cybercrime: A Deep Dive

Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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Governments worldwide are ramping up efforts to combat the surge in ransomware, focusing on enhancing cyber resilience and imposing stronger penalties on perpetrators.
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ReliaQuest report reveals rapid evolution in cyber threats

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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ReliaQuest's Annual Threat Report reveals cybercriminals executing attacks in as little as 27 minutes, urging security teams to adopt AI and automation strategies.
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Ransomware attacks reach record levels in January 2025

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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January witnessed an unprecedented rise in ransomware attacks, surging to 590 incidents, as NCC Group warns of escalating cyber threats amid global instability.
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NTT DATA teams with Palo Alto for 5G security service

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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NTT DATA has partnered with Palo Alto Networks to launch a managed security service enhancing the safety of private 5G networks in industrial sectors.
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CrowdStrike enhances identity security for hybrid clouds

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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CrowdStrike has launched its Falcon Cloud Security for Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing protection for government organisations in GovCloud environments.
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Cyber report warns of AI-driven threats & quicker attacks

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 reveals that 86% of major cyber incidents in 2024 caused operational downtime and financial loss, amid escalating threats.
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Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Australia has climbed to fourth place globally for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, as a report reveals a surge in diverse threats targeting various sectors.
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New report reveals cybersecurity risks in manufacturing

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A new whitepaper from Telstra International reveals that 80% of manufacturing firms faced security incidents last year, yet only 45% felt prepared to tackle the threats.