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Africa serves as testing ground for nation-state cyber warfare, says Performanta
3 days ago
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energy sector
African nations are becoming testing grounds for sophisticated ransomware attacks, becoming primary targets before developed nations, according to cybersecurity firm Performanta.
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ThreatLocker raises USD $115m for global expansion of Zero Trust security
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity giant ThreatLocker has secured a USD $115 million funding boost, led by General Atlantic, to expand its Zero Trust security features worldwide and combat cyber threats.
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Kaspersky boosts email security features after 77% of firms hit by cyber attacks
3 days ago
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ransomware
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ml
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email security
Kaspersky has unveiled an advanced update to its Security for Mail Server solution, spurred by research showing 77% of businesses experiencing a cyber incident in the last two years.
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Portnox teams up with Bugcrowd for private bug bounty programme
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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security vulnerabilities
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hackers
Cloud-native access control solutions provider, Portnox, is launching a private bug-bounty scheme in collaboration with Bugcrowd, incentivising white-hat hackers to identify security vulnerabilities for financial rewards.
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Barracuda report explores challenges in managing cyber risks
3 days ago
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firewall
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Barracuda Networks' new report reveals business struggles in tackling cyber risk, with less than half of respondents confident in their risk management capabilities.
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Radware unveils AI-powered DNS DDoS protection solution
3 days ago
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ddos
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network security
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firewall
Cybersecurity firm Radware has launched an AI-driven version of its DNS DDoS Protection solution. Using patented algorithms, it accurately identifies and blocks harmful traffic without human interaction, improving attack response time.
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DigiCert recruits seasoned CMO Atri Chatterjee in quest for $1bn revenue
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quantum computing
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casb
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forgerock
Digital trust leader DigiCert bolsters executive leadership with new CMO Atri Chatterjee, adding to its ambitious drive to reach over $1bn in annual recurring revenue.
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Third-party risk: A growing threat in today's interconnected world
3 days ago
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cloud services
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breach prevention
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compliance
An intricate web of third-party collaborations elevates innovation and efficiency in business but also significantly increases risk factors such as data breaches and financial instability.
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Secure code starts with a training commitment to development teams
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it training
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project management
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cloud services
There’s plenty to learn from the way that finance and eCommerce sectors have defined and adopted secure approaches to software engineering.
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Zscaler introduces enhanced ZDX service for improved IT operations
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cloud services
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saas
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cloud security
Zscaler boosts its cloud security services with new enhancements—ZDX Copilot, Hosted Monitoring, and Data Explorer—promising improved digital experience insights for enhanced IT operational efficiency and collaboration.
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HID acknowledged as Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services
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wayfinding
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gartner
HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, has been named a 'Leader' in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Indoor Location Services, reflecting its strong vision and strategic acquisitions in the industry.
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Exclusive: How Darktrace is tackling AI-driven cybersecurity
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ai security
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Interview: Tony Jarvis, Director at Darktrace, discusses the company's innovative approach to AI-driven cybersecurity, benefiting over 9,000 global clients.
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Record ransomware attacks in March 2024, report finds
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threat intelligence
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ncc group
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law enforcement
Ransomware attacks hit a record high in March 2024, reflecting a rising trend despite an 8% YoY decrease, with North America and Europe being prime targets.
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Smarttech247 & SentinelOne launch AI-powered cybersecurity for SMEs
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cybersecurity
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
In an AI-driven security boost, global cybersecurity solution provider Smarttech247 aligns with SentinelOne to deliver top-notch managed detection and response services for small and medium-sized enterprises.
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GitHub's 2FA initiative helps secure software supply chain
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app development
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cybersecurity
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github
GitHub's two-factor authentication methodology advances software supply chain security. In 2023, a notable rise in 2FA adoption was seen.
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New Zealand online daters turn to AI for love amid increased scams
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email security
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ai
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online dating
More than half of New Zealand's online daters are open to using AI as a dating coach, despite increasing risks such as dating scams, reveals Norton's Cyber Safety Insights Report 2024.
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Jason Haddix joins Flare as Field Chief Information Security Officer
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technology gifts
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gaming
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity veteran Jason Haddix takes reins as Field Chief Information Security Officer at Threat Exposure Management leader, Flare, adding to his illustrious 20-year career.
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AI tools linked to data exposure in 1 in 5 UK organisations
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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insider threats
20% of UK businesses suffer data exposure linked to internal AI tool use, according to a new survey from cybersecurity firm RiverSafe.
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Trend Micro introduces AI-driven cyber risk management features
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cloud services
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cybersecurity
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discovery
Trend Micro upends traditional cyber risk management tools with AI-driven features in Trend Vision One platform.
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AI & ML form critical defence against digital deception
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big data
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bi
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ml
AI and machine learning form the vanguard of defence against increasingly sophisticated, AI-enhanced digital scams.
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Firms outsource new email security measures implementation
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phishing
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outsourcing
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email security
Most firms struggle with email security protocols rolled out by Google and Yahoo, with over half opting to outsource compliance measures.
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Telegram users targeted in cryptocurrency scam, Kaspersky reports
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paas
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
As Telegram's cryptocurrency, Toncoin, gains popularity, Kaspersky researchers warn of a scam exploiting users through false 'earning programs', causing irreversible losses.
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AI scams prompt need for advanced fraud-detection technologies
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email security
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ml
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ai
Urgency grows for advanced fraud-detecting tech amid rising AI-backed scams, with a McDonald's scam highlighting the potential for proactive AI defence mechanisms.
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ServiceSeeking joins ConnectID for enhanced online security for SMEs
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digital identity
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smes
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online security
ServiceSeeking teams with ConnectID to boost online protection for SMEs via reliable identity verification, curbing fraud risks and fostering a trusted ecosystem.