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Businesses urged to adopt cyber readiness in new Commvault report
Commvault

Businesses urged to adopt cyber readiness in new Commvault report

A new Commvault report reveals that just 13% of businesses are cyber mature, emphasising the need for increased preparedness against cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report
Malware

BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report

BlackBerry's Q1 2024 report reveals unprecedented cyber threats, detecting 3.1 million attacks and a 40% rise in new malware, spotlighting surging global cybersecurity tensions.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts
Digital Transformation

How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts

Midmarket firms can maximise AI success by adopting strategic approaches, mitigating risks, and leveraging expert partnerships to ensure effective and secure implementation.

By Grant Wild • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Elastic discovers new attack vector in Microsoft Management Console
Malware

Elastic discovers new attack vector in Microsoft Management Console

Elastic Security Labs has unveiled GrimResource, a new attack technique exploiting the Microsoft Management Console, allowing full code execution with minimal security alerts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Kaspersky launches new course on Windows digital forensics
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky launches new course on Windows digital forensics

Kaspersky introduces a Windows digital forensics course to empower InfoSec professionals with essential skills in detecting and analysing digital evidence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Logpoint appoints Hemmingsen as SVP of people & culture
Security Information and Event Management

Logpoint appoints Hemmingsen as SVP of people & culture

Logpoint appoints Gitte Hemmingsen as SVP of People and Culture, aiming to boost workforce engagement and attract top cybersecurity talent under new CEO Mikkel Drucker.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks
Artificial Intelligence

How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks

As cybercriminals exploit AI to amplify attacks, businesses are urged to upgrade legacy systems, integrate AI in security efforts, and enhance real-time threat detection.

By Ashley Diffey • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Semperis secures USD $125m funding, appoints new executives
Ransomware

Semperis secures USD $125m funding, appoints new executives

Semperis secures USD $125m funding from J. P. Morgan and Hercules Capital, bolstering its executive team with three new hires to drive global growth and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
The six big challenges facing Australian MSPs in 2024
Firewalls

The six big challenges facing Australian MSPs in 2024

Australian managed service providers (MSPs) are grappling with AI integration, cybersecurity threats, compliance, and competition while looking to vendors for support in 2024.

By Matt Caffrey • 6 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
AIOps could save energy sector millions says New Relic report
Risk & Compliance

AIOps could save energy sector millions says New Relic report

Energy sector outages are costing over USD $34 million annually, reveals a New Relic report. Enhanced observability and AIOps adoption are key strategies for mitigation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology
Firewalls

Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology

A Fortinet report reveals a surge in cyberattacks on OT systems, with 73% of organisations hit, up from 49%. This rise emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
IRONSCALES launches GPT-powered phishing simulation tool
Email Security

IRONSCALES launches GPT-powered phishing simulation tool

IRONSCALES has launched its GPT-powered Phishing Simulation Testing tool to enhance employee cybersecurity training.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated
Data Protection

UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated

A cyber-attack on the UK Ministry of Defence has sparked speculation about its source, with experts suggesting rival state involvement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options
Leadership

UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options

A Coalition study reveals 87.6% of UK's mid-sized business IT leaders have faced cyber-attacks, voicing concerns about current insurance offerings' efficacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks
Unified Communications

The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks

As global tensions rise, state-sponsored cyber attacks on critical infrastructure could disrupt daily life, from power cuts to stolen personal data.

By Ian Thornton-Trump • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Experts stress urgent need for AI safety amid rising cyber threats
Large Language Models

Experts stress urgent need for AI safety amid rising cyber threats

Experts warn of escalating cyber threats from AI, urging immediate action for AI safety as the UK launches the Inspect platform to ensure secure AI innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare
Ransomware

Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare

As cyber attacks surge, doctors warn clinics to protect operations, with some even considering a return to paper records.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Cloudflare report: EU firms unprepared for rising cyber threats
Ransomware

Cloudflare report: EU firms unprepared for rising cyber threats

Cloudflare's latest report warns that EU firms are dangerously unprepared for increasing cyber threats; only 29% feel equipped to defend against attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024