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Most education organisations suffered a cyber attack in past year

Over two-thirds of educational organisations have experienced a cyber attack in the past year, according to a survey by Netwrix.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Sep 2023

Firewalls

Sophos announces Incident Response Retainer for 24/7 support

Sophos has launched its Sophos Incident Response Retainer, offering organisations speedy access to its fixed-cost incident response service.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023

Ransomware

Qakbot cyber hacking operation revealed by Check Point and FBI

FBI dismantles Qakbot cyber hacking operation, impacting 700k computers worldwide. The malware is highly adaptive and financially-driven.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023

Fintech

Delinea research reveals emerging cyber insurance gap

Delinea reveals a significant cyber insurance gap is emerging as providers evolve to reduce their exposure while organisations ignore the fine print.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023

Semiconductors

Industrial IoT gateways vital in bridging IT and OT

Knud Lasse Lueth, CEO at IoT Analytics, says industrial IoT gateways are critical for connecting legacy systems with modern technology.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023

Breach Prevention

Cost of data breach in Australia has grown 32% in 5 years: IBM

The average cost of a data breach in Australia has grown 32% in the last five years, reaching AU$4.03 million per the 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023

Ransomware

Majority APAC health providers facing cyber incidents: Claroty

Claroty's Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Study 2023 reveals priorities and challenges amid escalating cyber-physical connectivity.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023

DevOps

How CISOs are leveraging people and technology to boost security

Amid a complex threat landscape and staff shortages, CISOs are turning to software development teams for cybersecurity aid.

By Matias Madou • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2023

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity on a budget – what SMEs need to know

Remote and hybrid working have raised cybersecurity risks for SMEs, with limited budgets posing a challenge to IT teams. .

By Jay Ryerse • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2023

Ransomware

Check Point reveals 8% spike in global cyberattacks by mid-2023

Lockbit3 leads ransomware surge in the year's first half, while unconventional targets surface amid new attack patterns.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023

Privileged Access Management

High cost of Privileged Access Management preventing deployment

While 91% of IT leaders are better protected with Privileged Access Management, they are seeking more affordable solutions amid economic downturn.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023

Firewalls

Volume of targeted ransomware attacks continue to rise

Organisations are detecting a decline in ransomware as the volume and impact of targeted attacks continue to rise.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023

Internet of Things

Safeguarding ANZ's Industrial Systems from Cyber Threats

Survey reveals alarming statistics on operational technology cybersecurity in Australia and New Zealand. Urgent action needed to combat growing cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2023

Identity and Access Management

Okta appoints ANZ Head of Public Sector and Higher Education

Okta appoints James Enoch as Head of Public Sector and Higher Education for ANZ, bolstering its commitment to identity-led solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Aug 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

Breach Prevention

Ongoing vigilance in data protection measures essential

The need for organisations to strengthen data security and promptly respond to suspected breaches is highlighted in the latest Notifiable data breaches report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2023

Ransomware

JUMPSEC report reveals ransomware attacks target the UK

JUMPSEC's latest report reveals ransomware attacks are rising, with the UK being the most targeted country outside the US.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Sep 2023

Digital Transformation

True partners with Vectra AI to improve risk management

Vectra AI has been appointed by True Digital Group, Thailand's digital transformation enabler, to strengthen its defence against growing cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Sep 2023