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Fortinet recognised as Challenger in Gartner's 2024 Magic Quadrant for SSE
Yesterday
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Fortinet has been named a Challenger in Gartner's 2024 Magic Quadrant for Security Service Edge, the eighth recognition for the cybersecurity leader, thanks to its cloud-based solution, FortiSASE.
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Coalition integrates cyber risk platform with top cloud services providers
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microsoft
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public cloud
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Coalition is integrating its cyber risk management platform, Coalition Control, with major cloud services like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Amazon Web Services to offer enhanced cybersecurity and risk management.
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Armis warns of major cyber-attack risk to 2024 global elections
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cloud services
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digital transformation
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Cybersecurity firm Armis predicts nation-states could target the 2024 global elections for a major cyber attack, with many organisations and governments ill-prepared for such threats.
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i-PRO to support Genetec SaaS with new AI-enabled camera models
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i-PRO, globally recognised in security solutions, now supports Genetec Security Centre SaaS, offering AI-enabled cameras with notable metadata features, and launches a free app to upgrade existing devices.
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Illumio unveils AI enhancements for faster Zero Trust Segmentation adoption
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cybersecurity
Illumio Inc. unveiled AI and automation enhancements, including an AI-powered labelling engine, to its platform aimed at streamlining companies' transition to Zero Trust Segmentation.
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RiverSafe teams up with Cribl to boost IT & data security services
Yesterday
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devops
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digital transformation
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RiverSafe, a leading cybersecurity firm, is set to boost its data services following a strategic partnership with IT specialist Cribl.
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Business leaders anxious over data security – report
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cloud services
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ai
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investment
Business leaders are uneasy about data privacy and security, raising concerns over lack of governance frameworks with regard to generative AI use.
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Half of online traffic in 2024 generated by bots, report finds
2 days ago
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gaming
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application security
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Bad bots accounted for nearly half of all global internet traffic in 2024, hitting their highest ever level since monitoring began in 2013, warns cybersecurity leader Imperva.
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Cisco launches Hypershield for AI-driven security upgrade
2 days ago
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firewall
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network security
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breach prevention
Cisco responds to pressing cyber threats by launching Cisco Hypershield, a first-of-its-kind, AI-native security solution, set to redefine and fortify data centres and clouds.
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Axis unveils hybrid cloud platform for adaptable security solutions
2 days ago
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managed services
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cybersecurity
Axis Communications unveils Axis Cloud Connect, an innovative open hybrid cloud platform set to revolutionise security solutions as demand for cloud-based video surveillance surges.
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Spirent partners with online payments platform to boost cyber defenses
2 days ago
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compliance
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digital banking
Spirent Communications joins forces with an online payments platform to enhance cyber defenses using its advanced CyberFlood software, aimed at improving the scalability and efficacy of network defenses.
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Trustifi launches innovative phishing detection training for MSPs
2 days ago
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AI and cloud-based cybersecurity company Trustifi has launched a Email Security Awareness training module, enhancing network user protection.
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Keeper Security launches user-friendly passphrase generator
2 days ago
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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cloud services
Keeper Security boosts cybersecurity measures by integrating a user-friendly passphrase generator into their Web Vault system, increasing the level of protection against cyber threats.
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How attackers target security blind spots: Three real-life lessons from the SOC
2 days ago
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network infrastructure
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dark web
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyberattack case studies from global XDR service provider Barracuda demonstrate the dangers of incomplete digital security.
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Bugcrowd launches AI bias assessment for secure LLM application use
2 days ago
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big data
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San Francisco tech firm Bugcrowd rolls out an AI Bias Assessment to help organisations and governments implement Large Language Model (LLM) applications securely and without data bias.
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Kaspersky illuminates LockBit ransomware group's advanced tactics
2 days ago
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ransomware
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky uncovers advanced methods used by ransomware group LockBit, highlighting the use of custom, easy-to-use tools for frequent, damaging cyber attacks.
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First-party data collection prioritised due to privacy laws
2 days ago
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cloud services
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privacy
Data privacy laws drive firms to favour first-party data collection via email and websites, according to State of Marketing Automation report, with generative AI use also rising.
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Cisco boosts Secure Application with added data, cloud security features
2 days ago
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cloud security
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application security
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Cisco has unveiled new updates to its Secure Application, now offering data and cloud security capabilities, in a move to aid businesses in securing their cloud-native applications and protecting sensitive data amid rising data breaches.
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MotivationWorks upgrades cybersecurity with Radware
2 days ago
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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japan
Japanese firm MotivationWorks strengthens cloud services security with Radware to combat rising DDoS attacks, amid a 171% surge in malicious web activities.
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Absolute Security focuses on cyber resilience in company rebrand
2 days ago
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network security
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firewall
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advanced persistent threat protection
Absolute Security, previously known as Absolute Software, has rebranded to reflect its dedication to providing advanced cyber resilience solutions amid increasing digital threats.
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Armis acquires Silk Security for a total of $150M
2 days ago
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cybersecurity
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breach prevention
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Armis, an asset intelligence cybersecurity firm, acquires Silk Security for $150M, aiming to create a comprehensive cyber threat management platform and bridge the gap between threat identification and resolution.
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Most enterprise PCs ill-equipped for AI-induced security threats
2 days ago
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cybersecurity
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cyber resilience
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A staggering 92% of enterprise PCs lack sufficient RAM to support emerging AI technologies, introducing high-risk security issues, reports Absolute Security's Cyber Resilience Risk Index 2024.
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92% of global PCs ill-equipped for modern AI, warns Absolute Security
3 days ago
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pc hardware
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ai
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cyber resilience
Almost 92% of PCs worldwide fail to meet basic requirements for AI applications, revealing serious security and cyber resilience risks, says a report by Absolute Security.
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Three ways employees can spot a deepfake scam
3 days ago
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cybersecurity
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fraud
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As deepfake scams surge globally, employees are urged to be vigilant and adopt common-sense checks, including 'liveness' checks and using internal codewords.