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Christmas marked by sophisticated cyberattacks on retailers
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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threat intelligence
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bots
Cybercriminals utilised new tactics across wider timeframes to launch complex attacks on online retailers during the 2023 holiday season.
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Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon, boosts appliance security
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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casb
Palo Alto Networks bolsters security for managed and unmanaged appliances with the acquisition of enterprise browser innovator, Talon Cyber Security.
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Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Due to rising cyber crime, the next-gen firewall market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.48% between 2021 and 2028, per a Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence study.
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ESET uncovers malicious Python projects spreading via PyPI
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
ESET Research has discovered a series of malicious Python projects distributed via PyPI repository, introducing a customised backdoor into Windows, Linux systems, and stealing personal data.
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Okta set to acquire Spera Security in enhancement of identity threat detection
Sat, 30th Dec 2023
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Identity security giant, Okta, gears up to acquire 2022-born Spera Security, set to boost its identity threat detection capabilities and enrich its customer base with advanced technology.
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Palo Alto Networks boosts cybersecurity with Talon acquisition
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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zero trust security
Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon Cyber Security, a move that highlights the firm's growth in the cybersecurity sector and the introduction of Talon's enterprise browser technology.
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Netsafe reveals growing online harm for New Zealanders
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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healthtech
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
Netsafe's 2023 research reveals a sharp rise in harmful digital communications experienced by New Zealanders, with almost half of the Māori population and many under 30 falling victim.
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ZTE Corporation unveils Cybersecurity White Paper 2023
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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research
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whitepaper
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incident response
ZTE Corporation details cybersecurity strategies centring on governance, compliance, openness, and transparency in newly released 'Cybersecurity White Paper 2023'. .
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Cyber and digital risks cause concern, yet GenAI presents new opportunity
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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risk & compliance
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genai
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ai
Despite business fears over digital and cyber risks, 60% view genAI as a potential boon, says PwC survey.
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Financial sector tops list for cyber attacks – report
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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ransomware
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datacentre infrastructure
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phishing
Netwrix report identifies financial industry as prime cybercriminal target with 77% recording attacks in past year.
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Content protection market to grow by $1 billion by 2028
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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technavio
The surge in market growth is propelled by several strategies and technologies safeguarding digital content, according to a new report from Technavio.
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Aqua Security makes inaugural Fortune Cyber 60 list
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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cloud security
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application security
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supply chain & logistics
Aqua Security acknowledged as key start-up in inaugural Fortune Cyber 60, heralding rapid growth in cloud-native security.
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5G network security market to reach $16 billion by 2028
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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uc
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firewalls
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network security
A surge in cyber threats spurs 5G network security market's colossal growth to reach USD16 billion by 2028, a new study reveals.
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Malicious Python projects targeting Linux, Windows systems
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
ESET uncovers harmful Python projects on official repository, PyPI; malware delivers cyberespionage backdoor and data theft.
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Data Theorem sweeps 2023 CyberSecured Awards with cloud & mobile protections
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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application security
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multi-cloud
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cybersecurity
Data Theorem's Cloud Secure and Mobile Protect acclaimed for top cloud security and mobile API threat protection at 2023 CyberSecured Awards.
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ManageEngine recognised as 'Strong Performer' in Forrester Wave reports
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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transparency
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integration
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application management
ManageEngine garners 'Strong Performer' title in Forrester UEM and ESM reports for remarkable OS support and innovation.
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Valimail predicts AI-driven disinformation surge in 2024 US elections
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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email security
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ai
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elections
Valimail predicts rise in AI-fuelled disinformation and cyber threats in 2024, stressing need for email authentication.
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CrowdStrike launches modern data protection to replace old DLP products
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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dlp
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ai security
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Data Protection, promising a modern, streamlined approach to data security.
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Netskope launches developer training on Secure Code Warrior platform
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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it training
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e-learning
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software development
Netskope launches developer training with Secure Code Warrior to bolster software security education.
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AppOmni experts warn of AI risks & mega breaches in 2024
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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devops
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apm
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cybersecurity
AppOmni experts predict perilous 2024: AI misuse, chronic mega breaches, and new cyber weaponry loom large.