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You need to see your attack surface if you want to manage it
Data Protection

You need to see your attack surface if you want to manage it

As the complexities of corporate IT environments expand, cybersecurity experts warn that organisations must effectively identify their attack surface to enhance protection.

By Marios Kyriacou • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Bugcrowd attains global CREST accreditation for services
DevOps

Bugcrowd attains global CREST accreditation for services

Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, enhancing its penetration testing services and commitment to cybersecurity standards across multiple regions.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement
Data Protection

Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement

Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, expanding its penetration testing services to the US, Australia, and Singapore following a key acquisition.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Bugcrowd appoints Trey Ford & reveals new services
DevOps

Bugcrowd appoints Trey Ford & reveals new services

Bugcrowd has appointed Trey Ford as Chief Information Security Officer for the Americas, aiming to enhance cybersecurity operations amid rapid growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
ReliaQuest report reveals new cloud phishing tactics
Malware

ReliaQuest report reveals new cloud phishing tactics

ReliaQuest's latest report uncovers cyber attackers' exploitation of cloud environments, revealing alarming phishing tactics and vulnerabilities in APIs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Optic Security partners with CRG to boost security services
Data Protection

Optic Security partners with CRG to boost security services

Optic Security has joined forces with Cyber Resilience Group to enhance security services, merging digital and physical security for the Australasian market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
HackerOne launches PartnerOne to expand global cybersecurity access
EduTech

HackerOne launches PartnerOne to expand global cybersecurity access

HackerOne has unveiled PartnerOne, a new channel partner programme designed to broaden access to its innovative cybersecurity solutions globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Bugcrowd launches CASPT solution to enhance security insights
DevOps

Bugcrowd launches CASPT solution to enhance security insights

Bugcrowd's new CASPT solution aims to enhance security insights and provide continuous compliance, reducing organisations' exposure to external threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats
Smart Cities

Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats

As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.

By Leonardo Hutabarat • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

UK SMEs focus on AI threats over traditional cyber risks
Malware

UK SMEs focus on AI threats over traditional cyber risks

A recent report by Six Degrees has revealed that UK SMEs are more worried about AI-related cyber threats than traditional risks, sparking concerns over security focus.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Seven must-know technology trends for 2025
DevOps

Seven must-know technology trends for 2025

As technological innovation reshapes competition, businesses must adapt to seven key trends, including enhanced cybersecurity and scaling AI by 2025.

By Anthony Woodward • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
CrowdStrike launches AI Red Team for AI security threats
DevOps

CrowdStrike launches AI Red Team for AI security threats

CrowdStrike has launched its AI Red Team Services to help organisations secure AI systems against threats like model tampering and data poisoning.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
UBDS Group acquires 3B Data Security to bolster UK cyber
Semiconductors

UBDS Group acquires 3B Data Security to bolster UK cyber

UBDS Group has acquired 3B Data Security to bolster its UK cyber security capabilities, integrating 23 employees while preserving the firm's brand identity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Trustwave & Dicker Data expand cybersecurity partnership
Ransomware

Trustwave & Dicker Data expand cybersecurity partnership

Trustwave has expanded its partnership with Dicker Data, enhancing Australian resellers' access to a comprehensive range of cybersecurity services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
Navigating PCI DSS 4.0.1
DevOps

Navigating PCI DSS 4.0.1

With PCI DSS 4.0.1's best practices becoming mandatory in six months, organisations must urgently prepare for complex new compliance requirements.

By Martin Petrov • 7 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity Month: Experts urge businesses to boost defences
DevOps

Cybersecurity Month: Experts urge businesses to boost defences

Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights the urgent necessity for businesses to strengthen defences amid rising cyber threats, with AI and education at the forefront.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Lessons in improving cyber defences for Australian organisations
Ransomware

Lessons in improving cyber defences for Australian organisations

Australian firms must enhance cyber defences by integrating technology with skilled personnel and robust processes, amid rising AI-driven threats, reports Logicalis.

By John Griffin • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024