Cyber Threats stories - Page 14

Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.

Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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edutech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Canary Technology Solutions has acquired Layer 8 Security, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings and promising a comprehensive approach to digital protection.

Exclusive: How Aus3C is strengthening data security through new framework initiative
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is launching a Voluntary Data Classification Framework to bolster cybersecurity and assist businesses, especially SMEs.

Cyber Security Act passed into law
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data breach
Australia's Parliament has passed the Cyber Security Act, mandating businesses to report ransomware payments within 72 hours to bolster national security.

Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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network security
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cloud security
A new survey reveals that 56% of Australian IT professionals view AI as a crucial asset in combatting cyber threats, with 91% anticipating increased security spending.

Obsidian Security completes IRAP assessment for SaaS
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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hyperscale
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
Obsidian Security has successfully completed the IRAP Assessment, now enabling its SaaS security platform for Australia's Federal Government agencies amid rising cyber threats.

Radware enhances security for major Indian airport
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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network security
Radware has secured a contract to enhance cybersecurity for a major Indian airport to combat a 265% rise in cyber threats, delivering vital protection.

Vectra AI extends partnership with Globe Telecom to boost security
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Vectra AI is extending its partnership with Globe Telecom to enhance cybersecurity, achieving a 99% reduction in alert noise for 80 million customers.

Commvault unveils Clumio Backtrack for AWS data recovery
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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storage
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data protection
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hyperscale
Commvault introduces Clumio Backtrack, a feature for quick recovery of Amazon S3 datasets, aiding enterprises in mitigating data loss and cyber threats.

Cybersecurity predictions for Asia Pacific in 2025
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Palo Alto Networks reveals that by 2025, Asia Pacific organisations must unify cybersecurity platforms to combat rising AI-driven threats and deepfakes.

SentinelLabs uncovers CyberVolk hacktivist operations
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
SentinelLabs has unveiled a report on CyberVolk, detailing the hacktivist group's ransomware activities and connections within the cybercrime ecosystem.

Palo Alto forecasts AI-driven cyber threats in APAC 2025
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks forecasts a pivotal 2025 for APAC cybersecurity, spotlighting AI integration and rising threats from deepfakes and quantum computing.

Wirral hospital cyberattack highlights ransomware risks
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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breach prevention
The ongoing cyberattack on Wirral University Teaching Hospital has sparked alarm over the vulnerability of healthcare systems to ransomware threats.

Bugcrowd attains global CREST accreditation for services
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, enhancing its penetration testing services and commitment to cybersecurity standards across multiple regions.

Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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data protection
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, expanding its penetration testing services to the US, Australia, and Singapore following a key acquisition.

IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.

Commvault named leader in Forrester Wave Q4 2024 report
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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saas
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Commvault has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q4 2024 report on Data Resilience Solutions, scoring top marks in the Current Offering category.

Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.

Australian banks criticised for weak email scam defences
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Research by Proofpoint reveals that 66% of Australian banks are ill-equipped to combat email fraud, risking customer safety amid rising scams.

Qodea acquires tmc3 to bolster UK cyber security efforts
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Qodea has acquired tmc3 to enhance its cybersecurity services, addressing the UK’s annual GBP £27 billion cybercrime cost and improving public sector safety.