Threat intelligence stories

Fortinet achieves IRAP assessment on Google Cloud platform
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digital transformation
Fortinet's FortiSASE solution on Google Cloud has passed the IRAP assessment, bolstering its commitment to supporting Australia's public sector and critical infrastructure.

Sophos & Pax8 partner to enhance MSP cybersecurity access
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network security
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Sophos has partnered with Pax8 to enhance cybersecurity offerings for over 40,000 managed service providers, simplifying access to critical security solutions.

SquareX appoints John Carse as new Field CISO expert
Yesterday
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cybersecurity
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expedia
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threat intelligence
SquareX has appointed John Carse as Field Chief Information Security Officer, enhancing its commitment to innovative browser security solutions.

Why email security needs automated incident response
Last week
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.

Sophos & Pax8 join forces to bolster MSP cybersecurity
Last week
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
A strategic partnership between Sophos and Pax8 will enhance the cybersecurity offerings for over 40,000 Managed Service Providers, streamlining solution management.

Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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public sector
Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.

Palo Alto Networks launches AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform
Last week
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firewalls
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cloud security
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application security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled its new AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform, enhancing real-time security for cloud environments amid rising cybersecurity threats.

Singapore reports record cyberattacks in Southeast Asia 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky's report reveals Singapore faced over 21 million cyberattacks in 2024, ranking it 8th globally as a source of digital threats in Southeast Asia.

Victorian Government strengthens cybersecurity with new deal
Last week
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data protection
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supply chain & logistics
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data privacy
The Victorian Government has partnered with Sparx Solutions and ProcessUnity to enhance third-party risk management and bolster cybersecurity across its departments.

US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers
This month
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024 Q4
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.

Akamai unveils comprehensive cybersecurity guide for 2025
This month
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malware
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.

DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia
This month
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.

BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security
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hyperscale
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cloud security
BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.

Verizon Business appoints new head of APAC cybersecurity
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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Verizon Business has appointed Mark Trumble as Head of Cybersecurity Sales for the Asia-Pacific region, bolstering its commitment to combat rising cyber threats.

Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender Labs warns of a cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063, targeting government and diplomatic organisations across Central Asia and Europe amidst shifting geopolitical tensions.

Avast partners with Ingram Micro to expand New Zealand focus
This month
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it training
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Avast has partnered with Ingram Micro to distribute its Small Business Solutions in New Zealand, enhancing cybersecurity options for local small firms.

AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise
This month
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.

Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights
This month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
This month
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.