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CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Firewalls

CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats

CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
Firewalls

Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report

A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
EduTech

CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
GitGuardian unveils strategy to protect non-human identities
Network Infrastructure

GitGuardian unveils strategy to protect non-human identities

GitGuardian has launched a Non-Human Identity Security strategy to enhance the management of NHIs and their secrets, addressing enterprise security challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends
Malware

2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends

Rapid7's analysis of the 2024 cyber threat landscape reveals alarming trends in ransomware and vulnerability exploits impacting organisations worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing
Ransomware

The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing

Cybersecurity has become critical for manufacturing, with ransomware attacks representing 71% of incidents. Proactive strategies are essential to mitigate risks.

By Lesley Carhart • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud
Data Protection

TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud

Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, prioritising GenAI, cloud security, and supply chain resilience to combat cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
Data Protection

Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions

A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test
Ransomware

Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test

Check Point Software's Infinity XDR/XPR solution achieved a remarkable 100% detection rate in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations, showcasing its effectiveness.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
TCS unveils 2025 cybersecurity focus areas & strategies
Data Protection

TCS unveils 2025 cybersecurity focus areas & strategies

Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, urging organisations to prioritise seven critical areas to combat evolving cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Obsidian Security achieves Snowflake technology validation
Software-as-a-Service

Obsidian Security achieves Snowflake technology validation

Obsidian Security has completed the Snowflake Ready Technology Validation, enhancing data protection for joint customers in the data cloud ecosystem.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Sumo Logic launches AI tools for dynamic observability
Unified Communications

Sumo Logic launches AI tools for dynamic observability

Sumo Logic has launched new AI tools for dynamic observability, including an AI Copilot for DevSecOps designed to streamline incident response and operational efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
AttackIQ releases Flex 3.0 with Splunk integration
Security Information and Event Management

AttackIQ releases Flex 3.0 with Splunk integration

AttackIQ has launched Flex 3.0, an agentless security control validation tool integrated with Splunk, enhancing organisations' threat detection capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
AWS unveils new service for managing security incidents
Ransomware

AWS unveils new service for managing security incidents

AWS has launched its Security Incident Response service to help organisations swiftly manage security events like data breaches and ransomware attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

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Auguria enhances SKL platform with new integrations
Firewalls

Auguria enhances SKL platform with new integrations

Auguria has unveiled enhancements to its Security Knowledge Layer platform, featuring new integrations with industry giants to help combat data overload.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
SentinelOne earns Gartner Customers' Choice recognition
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SentinelOne earns Gartner Customers' Choice recognition

SentinelOne has been named a Customers' Choice in the latest Gartner report, with 95% of over 210 users recommending its Managed Detection and Response services.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
UK urged to prioritise employee training for cyber defence
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK urged to prioritise employee training for cyber defence

UK security experts warn of underestimating state-sponsored cyber threats, stressing the need for robust training and information governance frameworks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Alex Hisley honoured among top 30 UK IT leaders for 2024
Digital Transformation

Alex Hisley honoured among top 30 UK IT leaders for 2024

Alex Hisley of FourNet has been honoured as one of the UK's top 30 IT leaders at the 2024 CSO30 Awards, recognising his impact on cybersecurity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024