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KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment
Ransomware

KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment

A report by Hobson & Company reveals that organisations using KnowBe4's HRM platform can achieve a ROI of 200% to 400% within just 3.5 months.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age
Malware

Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age

Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
Data Protection

Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m

Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+

KnowBe4 has made CRN's prestigious Security 100 list, recognising its AI-driven approach in enhancing cybersecurity through effective human risk management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Claroty named leader in Gartner's CPS protection report
Hyperscale

Claroty named leader in Gartner's CPS protection report

Claroty has been named a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, recognising its exceptional capabilities among 17 vendors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant
IoT Security

Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant

Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Data Protection

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks
Malware

Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
Malware

Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024

Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure
Digital Transformation

Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure

Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.

By Itay Ozery • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity
Semiconductors

CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity

CrowdStrike has unveiled Charlotte AI Detection Triage, an advanced tool aimed at revolutionising security operations with over 98% accuracy and reduced manual hours.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Manufacturing sector faces 24% rise in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

Manufacturing sector faces 24% rise in ransomware attacks

ReliaQuest's new report reveals a worrying 24% rise in ransomware attacks on the manufacturing sector, impacting 624 companies between August 2024 and January 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers
Unified Communications

US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers

The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks
Malware

Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks

A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security

Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
Data Protection

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

By Simon Pamplin • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
N-able aids Ventnor in thwarting police cyberattack
Firewalls

N-able aids Ventnor in thwarting police cyberattack

N-able's Managed Detection and Response solution has successfully thwarted a cyberattack on Ventnor City's Police Department, highlighting the urgent need for robust security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Half of UK education professionals worried about AI risks
Data Protection

Half of UK education professionals worried about AI risks

A new survey from Sharp reveals that half of education professionals in the UK feel anxious about AI heightening cybersecurity risks, highlighting urgent training needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025