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Ransomware to remain public enemy #1 in 2023 - report
Ransomware

Ransomware to remain public enemy #1 in 2023 - report

As of 2022, roughly 68% of all global organisations have fallen victim to at least one ransomware infection. Sadly, that figure will continue to rise in 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Jan 2023
Data breach in 2023 to exceed US$5 million/incident: Acronis
Ransomware

Data breach in 2023 to exceed US$5 million/incident: Acronis

Between July and October, Acronis found that the proportion of phishing attacks has risen by 1.3, accounting for 76% of all attacks.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Dec 2022
Wallix partners 3DS Outscale to strengthen cybersecurity
Cloud Security

Wallix partners 3DS Outscale to strengthen cybersecurity

It will expand Wallix's portfolio of security solutions, including identity management, authentication, and digital access security on the Outscale marketplace.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Dec 2022
Proofpoint announces acquisition of ITDR firm Illusive
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Proofpoint announces acquisition of ITDR firm Illusive

Identity Threat Detection and Response technology extends Proofpoint's people-centric security vision to thwart identity-based breaches, including ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Dec 2022
LogRhythm releases state of security team report for 2022
Security Information and Event Management

LogRhythm releases state of security team report for 2022

The research looked into the current landscape of security solution capabilities, deployment strategies, gaps and the value of tool consolidation.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 20th Dec 2022
Investment in open source to skyrocket in next five years
Supply Chain

Investment in open source to skyrocket in next five years

Technology is critical in business, government, social development, and so much more—and open source is all too often at the forefront of what's next.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 20th Dec 2022
Security teams urged to prepare for next era of ransomware
Ransomware

Security teams urged to prepare for next era of ransomware

The ransomware industry could be on the verge of a revolution that sees actors expand into other areas of cybercrime.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Dec 2022
Five trends that will rule the security industry in 2023
Cloud Access Security Broker

Five trends that will rule the security industry in 2023

Forcepoint has released a new eBook, examining trends that are likely to disrupt the industry and need addressing in the coming year.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Dec 2022
The future of authentication: four trends to watch in 2023
Multi-factor authentication

The future of authentication: four trends to watch in 2023

In a year of economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, it should be no surprise that the digital landscape is fraught with cyberthreats.

By Andrew Shikiar • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Dec 2022
Cybersecurity pioneer joins Rubrik's Board of Directors
Ransomware

Cybersecurity pioneer joins Rubrik's Board of Directors

John W. Thompson, former Microsoft Chairman and cybersecurity pioneer, has been appointed as lead independent director of Rubrik's Board.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Sat, 17th Dec 2022
Cyber criminals to ramp up activity over holidays
Email Security

Cyber criminals to ramp up activity over holidays

Cybercriminal activity is expected to increase over the holidays, warns Rubrik's CISO Michael Mestrovich. Stay vigilant and avoid cyber scams.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2022
One-in-five security professionals say they couldn't prevent damaging breach
Phishing

One-in-five security professionals say they couldn't prevent damaging breach

New research also uncovered that CEOs, vice presidents and other executives are four times more likely to be victims of phishing compared to other employees.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2022
Macquarie Telecom receives 'Certified Strategic' badge from DTA
Digital Transformation

Macquarie Telecom receives 'Certified Strategic' badge from DTA

Macquarie Telecom Group becomes first company to receive 'Certified Strategic' designation for its cloud services from Digital Transformation Agency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Dec 2022
Vectra releases 2023 security predictions for APAC
Ransomware

Vectra releases 2023 security predictions for APAC

Infrastructure-as-Code and MFA's demise get top billing as Vectra highlights the weakest links and heralds upcoming developments in the protection toolbox.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2022
Digital DNA theft could be coming in 2023
Ransomware

Digital DNA theft could be coming in 2023

With the increasing use of artificial intelligence, and quantum computing expected to soon become a reality, the cyber threatscape is changing more than ever.

By Joseph Carson • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2022
ANZ IT departments lowest adopters of AI and ML - ManageEngine
Artificial Intelligence

ANZ IT departments lowest adopters of AI and ML - ManageEngine

ManageEngine, the enterprise IT management division of Zoho Corporation, has presented the results of its new global survey, IT at work: 2022 and beyond.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2022
Cybersecurity landscape looking turbulent in 2023
Ransomware

Cybersecurity landscape looking turbulent in 2023

This has been another extremely busy year for CISOs, with cyber attacks pummelling organisations across the globe.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Wed, 7th Dec 2022

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Telstra, Check Point deliver cybersecurity tools for SMBs
Cybersecurity

Telstra, Check Point deliver cybersecurity tools for SMBs

The enhanced cyber protection joint offer now includes solutions for email and collaboration, helping to address some key risks for small business owners. .

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2022