Okta stories

Semperis enhances its Directory Services Protector to detect BadSuccessor attacks exploiting dMSAs in Windows Server 2025, before any official patch is available.

More than half of Australian IT leaders see AI as both an opportunity and risk, but only 20% have strategies for securing digital and machine identities.

Okta upgrades disaster recovery in Australia, relocating services to Melbourne and ensuring data remains local with recovery in under five minutes.

Specops Software updates its Secure Service Desk for Cloud to support native Entra ID, boosting identity verification for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises users.

Varonis has launched Identity Protection, a platform unifying data and identity security to combat insider threats and reduce access to sensitive data.

Experts warn of a rise in Chrome extension attacks and a breach exposing 184 million stolen log-ins, highlighting urgent cybersecurity risks worldwide.

Yubico's YubiKey as a Service and delivery models now cover 175 countries, boosting global access to phishing-resistant security solutions for businesses.

A Varonis report reveals 99% of organisations expose sensitive data to AI tools due to security lapses, risking data breaches amid rapid AI adoption.

Okta has named Mike Reddie as VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand to lead growth and enhance cybersecurity amid rising AI threats.

The AUSCERT Cyber Security Conference will gather around 900 delegates and over 50 speakers, including leading AI experts, at The Star Gold Coast, 20-23 May 2025.

Semperis launches Ready1, a platform improving cyber crisis response, addressing major communication and coordination gaps revealed in new global report.

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

BeyondTrust launches free Identity Security Risk Assessment, helping organisations identify and address vulnerabilities across cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments.

Tray.ai launches an AI-powered ITSM Agent that automates routine IT support, cutting human tickets by 75%, boosting efficiency across major firms.

CData Software's new cloud-based service expands data connectivity for software firms, following $350m investment and Gartner Magic Quadrant recognition.

Okta has launched new features aimed at bolstering security for AI agents and non-human identities, addressing challenges arising from generative AI integration.

Recent cyberattacks on water and electricity operators in the US and UK pose significant risks for Australian utilities, revealing vulnerabilities and urgent need for action.

A study by Semperis reveals that 62% of UK and US water and electricity utilities were targeted by cyberattacks in the past year, raising serious alerts.

As Identity Management Day approaches on 8 April, experts highlight the urgent need for robust digital identity security amid rising threats and technological change.

Jamf plans to acquire Identity Automation for $215 million, aiming to unite identity and device management for enhanced security and user experience.