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ManageEngine AD360 adds identity risk & MFA to combat breaches

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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ManageEngine launches AD360 update with identity risk management and local MFA to help firms prevent breaches and secure unmanaged accounts.
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Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaw prompts urgent global response

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint is being actively exploited globally, prompting urgent patches to prevent unauthorised server access and data breaches.
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Data management - it's a high-stakes game

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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In 2024, data breaches threaten business survival as regulators enforce stricter cybersecurity rules and firms must manage vast unstructured data with care.
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Building digital trust: Why Australian retailers must prioritise EMM

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Australian retailers face growing cyber threats; prioritising Enterprise Mobility Management is vital to protect customer data and maintain trust.
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Critical SharePoint zero-day flaw exploited, urgent actions urged

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint Server enabling remote code execution is actively exploited, urging firms to act fast amid no current patch available.
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F5 enhances AI data protection with real-time leak detection tools

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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F5 launches real-time data leak detection tools to protect sensitive info and curb shadow AI risks across hybrid and multicloud environments.
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Organisations urged to boost data resilience as AI adoption rises

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Experts urge firms to strengthen data resilience as AI adoption rises, warning of increased risks to backups amid complex digital environments.
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Ingram Micro responds to ransomware incident impacting internal systems

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Ingram Micro suffered a ransomware attack via a third-party VPN, underscoring the risks posed by remote access and external supplier vulnerabilities.
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Zero Trust vital in cybersecurity strategies in wake of Qantas breach

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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Cybersecurity experts have highlighted the continued significance of personal information to cybercriminals and the varied threats posed by data exposures.
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Qantas data breach highlights need for strong risk management

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Qantas's robust data management at least identified a recent breach via a third party, protecting sensitive customer information amid rising cyber threats.
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Ransomware threats surge as phishing grows, damages may hit $275 billion

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Ransomware attacks via phishing have surged 57.7%, with damages expected to hit $275 billion by 2031, urging firms to bolster human defences now.
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Qantas latest in string of cyber attacks on the aviation sector globally

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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A significant cyber-attack on Qantas exposed personal data, highlighting a rising wave of airline breaches by the financially motivated hacker group Scattered Spider.
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Verax launches Protect to tackle AI data leak risks for firms

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Verax AI launches Verax Protect globally to help firms prevent AI-driven data leaks, enhancing security and compliance amid rising AI adoption in businesses.
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The risky race to AI: How DeepSeek is reshaping the AI landscape

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Chinese startup DeepSeek's new AI model cuts costs but sparks global security fears, prompting bans and cyberattacks amid geopolitical tensions.
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Most firms unprepared for rising supply chain cyber threats

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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A SecurityScorecard survey reveals 88% of cybersecurity leaders worry about supply chain risks, yet most firms lack effective active defence measures.
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Barracuda launches managed vulnerability security for stronger cyber resilience

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Barracuda Networks launches Managed Vulnerability Security to enhance cyber defence, offering end-to-end scanning and expert-led remediation across IT environments.
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World's largest data breach exposes 16 billion credentials

Sat, 21st Jun 2025
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A massive data breach exposing 16 billion credentials from major firms and government services signals severe global digital security flaws.
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Outpost24 identifies key OAuth risks & best practice solutions

Sat, 21st Jun 2025
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Outpost24 reveals seven common OAuth risks and offers best practices to help organisations prevent unauthorised access and data breaches through better token security.
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Major healthcare providers leave email systems open to phishing risk

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Over a third of top global healthcare providers lack full email security, leaving systems vulnerable to phishing and risking patient safety and data breaches.
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Myriad360 & Cyera launch AI-powered data security tool for AWS

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Myriad360 and Cyera have launched the AI-powered Data Security Health Assessment to enhance data security and compliance in AWS environments.