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Firms urged to step up AI & supply chain cyber defences
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Firms urged to step up AI & supply chain cyber defences

Firms are urged to boost cyber defences amid rising AI risks and third-party breaches, as traditional security methods fall short in today's threat landscape.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Five key cyber security tips for cyber security awareness month
Phishing

Five key cyber security tips for cyber security awareness month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, urging all to stay vigilant online with five key tips to guard against evolving digital threats and scams.

By Jeremy Fuchs • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Help desks emerge as cybersecurity weak spot amid rising attacks
Risk & Compliance

Help desks emerge as cybersecurity weak spot amid rising attacks

IT help desks are a growing cybersecurity weak spot as attackers exploit urgent scenarios, prompting calls for better identity verification during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
AI projects & machine identities shift cybersecurity focus
Cloud Security

AI projects & machine identities shift cybersecurity focus

As AI projects rise and non-human identities outnumber humans in IT, firms must strengthen cybersecurity and governance to meet new regulatory demands.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Experts call for people-centred cyber resilience & data focus
Data governance

Experts call for people-centred cyber resilience & data focus

Experts urge a people-centred approach to cyber resilience, focusing on human behaviour, layered defences, and robust data governance amid evolving threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Identity security & data visibility key for cyber resilience
Privileged Access Management

Identity security & data visibility key for cyber resilience

Experts stress that identity security and unified data visibility are crucial to boosting cyber resilience amid rising AI and machine identity risks in 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
AI-driven platforms & software supply chains heighten cyber risk
Data Protection

AI-driven platforms & software supply chains heighten cyber risk

AI platforms and software supply chains face rising cyber risks, urging firms to boost security and governance amid new vulnerabilities in generative AI systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
AI & quantum threats redefine priorities for Cybersecurity Month
Encryption

AI & quantum threats redefine priorities for Cybersecurity Month

As Cybersecurity Month nears, experts warn AI and quantum tech pose rising digital threats, urging firms to boost policies, behaviour change, and cryptographic defences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
KnowBe4 launches free resource kit for Cybersecurity Month
Data Protection

KnowBe4 launches free resource kit for Cybersecurity Month

KnowBe4 has launched a free, multilingual resource kit featuring arcade-style tools to help organisations boost cybersecurity during Awareness Month 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
KnowBe4 launches free arcade-themed kit for Security Month
Phishing

KnowBe4 launches free arcade-themed kit for Security Month

KnowBe4 has launched a free arcade-themed toolkit for Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 to help organisations enhance security culture worldwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Unified Communications

Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Exclusive: Claroty highlights risks and solutions for cyber-physical systems
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive: Claroty highlights risks and solutions for cyber-physical systems

Claroty highlights the growing risks to cyber-physical systems and the need for specialised solutions during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures
Multi-factor authentication

Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cybersecurity Awareness Month stories

Cyberattacks cost UK firms over GBP £10,000 as hybrid work rises
Firewalls

Cyberattacks cost UK firms over GBP £10,000 as hybrid work rises

With 28% of UK workers hybrid working, cyberattacks now cost firms over GBP £10,000 on average, raising urgent security concerns for remote staff.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Sun, 5th Oct 2025
Australian SMEs urged to bolster cyber defences as attacks surge
Malware

Australian SMEs urged to bolster cyber defences as attacks surge

As cyberattacks rise, Australian SMEs urged to boost defences with staff training and multi-factor authentication during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Fortinet & NAB host Cyber Codefest to boost skills
Firewalls

Fortinet & NAB host Cyber Codefest to boost skills

Fortinet and National Australia Bank have launched the third Cyber Codefest in Melbourne, boosting cybersecurity skills among students during Awareness Month.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges
Phishing

How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges

This October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting younger Australians' struggles with online safety amid rising frustration and disengagement.

By Matthew Salier • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
EduTech

Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024