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Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025
Virtualisation

Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025

As World Backup Day nears, experts stress that mere data backups are now inadequate amid rising cyber threats, urging a shift to robust resilience strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
Australian downtime costs climb to AUD $86 billion annually
Malware

Australian downtime costs climb to AUD $86 billion annually

Splunk's report reveals Australian firms could lose AUD $86 billion annually from unplanned downtime, raising concerns over cybersecurity resilience in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
NormCyber triumphs at teiss Awards with top security title
Data Protection

NormCyber triumphs at teiss Awards with top security title

NormCyber has been named Best Incident Response Solution at the 2025 teiss Awards, adding to its growing list of accolades in cyber security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
CyberArk, Device Authority & Microsoft enhance IoT security
Privileged Access Management

CyberArk, Device Authority & Microsoft enhance IoT security

CyberArk, Device Authority, and Microsoft are teaming up to enhance IoT security for manufacturers by implementing Zero Trust principles to address rising vulnerabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
ManageEngine's Log360 evolves into security analytics hub
Security Information and Event Management

ManageEngine's Log360 evolves into security analytics hub

ManageEngine has redefined its Log360 solution into a comprehensive security analytics platform, enhancing threat detection and compliance capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report
Malware

Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report

A recent Kaspersky report reveals a concerning 74% rise in advanced persistent threats within companies, affecting over 25% of organisations this year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
ManageEngine transforms Log360 into security analytics hub
Security Information and Event Management

ManageEngine transforms Log360 into security analytics hub

ManageEngine's Log360 is evolving into a security analytics platform, enabling proactive threat detection and seamless integration for enterprises at competitive prices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Cybercriminals adapt strategies to evade stronger defences
Ransomware

Cybercriminals adapt strategies to evade stronger defences

A recent report by Arctic Wolf reveals cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, with 96% of ransomware cases now involving data theft to maximise ransom pressure.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Cyber incidents in IT sector surge, says Kaspersky report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber incidents in IT sector surge, says Kaspersky report

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
MSP Trends in 2025 – Navigating What's Next for Managed Services
Digital Transformation

MSP Trends in 2025 – Navigating What's Next for Managed Services

As the digital landscape evolves, Managed Service Providers are shifting from cost-effective IT solutions to pivotal partners, embracing automation and AI to fuel innovation.

By Lincoln Lincoln • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Dragos report reveals rise in industrial cyber threats
Malware

Dragos report reveals rise in industrial cyber threats

Dragos has reported an alarming 87% rise in ransomware attacks on industrial organisations, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in operational technology and infrastructure.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
2025 forecast predicts a rise in global cyber threats
Risk & Compliance

2025 forecast predicts a rise in global cyber threats

The Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams predicts a staggering 45,505 reported vulnerabilities for 2025, marking an 11% rise from 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Semperis stresses risk for healthcare organisations amidst rising cyber threats
Ransomware

Semperis stresses risk for healthcare organisations amidst rising cyber threats

Following a ransomware attack on HCRG Care Group, Semperis' Jeff Wichman has highlighted the major risk for healthcare organisations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Fortinet upgrades FortiAnalyzer for enhanced cyber defence
Firewalls

Fortinet upgrades FortiAnalyzer for enhanced cyber defence

Fortinet has unveiled major updates to its FortiAnalyzer platform, aiming to bolster security operations for midsize enterprises facing a cybersecurity skills gap.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 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

Stories from Other Regions

Incident Response stories

CyXcel achieves approved vendor status by UK cyber centre
Ransomware

CyXcel achieves approved vendor status by UK cyber centre

CyXcel has secured NCSC's Cyber Incident Response Approved Vendor status, becoming one of just 43 firms in the UK with this vital accreditation.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses
Ransomware

NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses

NormCyber has teamed up with the Yorkshire & Humber Cyber Crime Unit to host a free Cyber Crime Awareness Event for SMEs and charities on 20th February 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Trusted Tech boosts cloud solutions with new support service
Microsoft

Trusted Tech boosts cloud solutions with new support service

Trusted Tech has launched Certified Support Services, aimed at enhancing Microsoft technology use with expert support and quick response times, amid rising IT challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025