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Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security enhances protection for Linux and delivers security management as a service
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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open source
Kaspersky has updated its Hybrid Cloud Security solution, including hardening defences for Linux and extending protection for DevOps.
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Ransomware attacks surging as ransom amounts skyrocket
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
The grim outlook for the future of ransomware leaves no one spared from financial damage or brand-crushing headlines.
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Digital capabilities reshaping the future of facility management
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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motorola solutions
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smart building
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building
Rhys Clare explains how building managers and stadium operators can leverage technology for every patron's benefit.
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Global ransomware grows 151%, SonicWall research finds
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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Ransomware attacks have surged in 2021, surpassing the total volume for 2020 in just six months, reveals SonicWall Cyber Threat Report.
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The large, less obvious costs of phishing attacks on organisations - report
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Proofpoint and the Ponemon Institute reveal that the cost of phishing attacks has almost quadrupled, with US companies losing an average of $14.8m annually.
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Australia's largest cybersecurity firm Tesserent expands to NZ - Hamish Soper appointed senior partner
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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lateral security
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tesserent
Australia's largest listed cybersecurity company, Tesserent, expands to New Zealand, creating a new entity and appointing new senior leadership in the region.
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ExtraHop reveals expansion on response and forensics capabilities
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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ndr
he new features include one-click incident response reporting, NDR investigation capabilities, and a packet capture product available on AWS Marketplace.
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Surge in fake COVID-19 vaccine certificates on darknet following delta outbreak
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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dark net
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dark web
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covid-19
Surge in fake vaccination certificate sellers on Telegram, with Check Point Research reporting a 257% increase. Prices dropping to as low as $100.
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McAfee Enterprise integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to strengthen cloud security
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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cloud security
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MVISION Cloud for Dynamics 365 provides an advanced set of security tools that are delivered via API, enabling holistic security controls across Dynamics 365.
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Forcepoint appoints Rees Johnson as new CPO
Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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casb
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cybersecurity
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forcepoint
Forcepoint, the cybersecurity company, has appointed Rees Johnson as its new chief product officer, overseeing its entire product portfolio.
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A third of financial institutions have increased AI and ML in response to money laundering
Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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A third of financial institutions are accelerating their AI and machine learning adoption for anti-money laundering technology in response to COVID-19.
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The Magnificent 7: Critical functions that underpin every cybersecurity practice
Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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With this approach, technology services providers can build a robust cybersecurity practice that protects their customers’ businesses from cybercriminals.
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How a packaging company minimised costs and improved security with Interactive
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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siem
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public cloud
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risk & compliance
Pact’s mission to become a more sustainable company led it to pursue an approach in which technology was interwoven into every piece of their global footprint.
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Group-IB named cyber threat intelligence market leader
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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cloud services
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threat intelligence
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report
Group-IB has been named one of the leaders in the global cyber threat intelligence market by Frost & Sullivan, the international research and consulting firm.
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StarWind Software launches enterprise-grade HCA powered by Intel
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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converged infrastructure
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intel
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hci
Introducing StarWind's new hyperconverged appliance, offering affordable and scalable all-flash solutions for enterprises and SMEs. Find out more.
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Security experts weigh in on Accenture ransomware attack
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Accenture falls victim to LockBit ransomware attack, becoming the second major company hit this week. Ransom demands threaten data on the dark web.
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The Kiwi CMS provider harnessing cloud power to serve the healthcare sector
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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ecm
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cloud security
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martech
Webcare, a New Zealand health and disability support provider, partnered with Voyager Internet to securely manage and store their data in the cloud.
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Securing the hybrid workforce
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
It's likely that organisations will need to find a way to work alongside COVID-19, which will probably involve a hybrid approach to work.
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Businesses losing up to $250 million every year from bot attacks - report
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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bots
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cyber attacks
Bot traffic costs companies 3.6% of their annual revenue, with the worst affected companies losing $250m each year, says Netacea report.
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Retail sector top target for ransomware and data-theft extortion attacks during pandemic
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Retail sector hit hard by ransomware and data-theft attacks during the pandemic, with extortion attacks on the rise, says Sophos.