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Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems
Cybersecurity

Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems

Elastic Security Labs has uncovered serious security vulnerabilities in Microsoft's Smart App Control and SmartScreen, posing risks of undetected cyber attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024
SentinelOne unveils AI-driven innovations for Singularity Platform
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SentinelOne unveils AI-driven innovations for Singularity Platform

SentinelOne unveils advanced generative AI features for its Singularity Platform, enhancing threat prevention and response, with innovations like the AI-powered Purple AI analyst.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Picus report reveals flaws in threat exposure management
Ransomware

Picus report reveals flaws in threat exposure management

Almost 40% of systems tested by Picus Security are vulnerable to complete takeover, with macOS being notably weaker in stopping cyber-attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
AttackIQ launches Mission Control to simplify BAS management
DevOps

AttackIQ launches Mission Control to simplify BAS management

AttackIQ launches Mission Control, enhancing Enterprise Breach and Attack Simulation for distributed teams. The new feature aims to streamline security testing and improve ROI.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
New data breaches spark cybersecurity fears as Twilio confirms attack
Multi-factor authentication

New data breaches spark cybersecurity fears as Twilio confirms attack

ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for compromising 33 million Twilio users' phone numbers via the Authy 2FA app, sparking major security concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Patch Tuesday has revealed 139 vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity

Patch Tuesday has revealed 139 vulnerabilities

Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday reveals 139 vulnerabilities, including two zero-days under active exploitation: Hyper-V's EoP and MSHTML Spoofing.

By Greg Wiseman • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Endor Labs warns of critical vulnerabilities in CocoaPods
Malware

Endor Labs warns of critical vulnerabilities in CocoaPods

Endor Labs reveals major security flaws in CocoaPods, threatening apps like Instagram and Uber. Critical CVEs could impact Swift and Objective-C supply chains.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Experts urge tech firms to prioritise secure-by-design principles
Multi-factor authentication

Experts urge tech firms to prioritise secure-by-design principles

With tech giants grappling with data breaches and security flaws, experts stress the urgent need for multifactor authentication and stronger identity security to protect against rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Outdated tech obstructing innovation, says NTT DATA report
EduTech

Outdated tech obstructing innovation, says NTT DATA report

NTT DATA's 2024 Infrastructure Lifecycle Management Report finds 80% of global firms hindered by outdated tech. ANZ leads with 100% of executives reporting impaired business agility due to legacy systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Ricoh partners with Rimini Street for Oracle system support
Printing

Ricoh partners with Rimini Street for Oracle system support

Ricoh partners with Rimini Street to support and protect its Oracle systems, aiming to optimise current systems while exploring a next-gen ERP strategy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Appdome launches SDKProtect to secure mobile development
Endpoint Protection

Appdome launches SDKProtect to secure mobile development

Appdome launches SDKProtect to enhance mobile SDK security. This service aims to counteract threats like root detection evasion and data tampering, ensuring safer applications.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Bitdefender report finds Discord rife with malware & scams
Malware

Bitdefender report finds Discord rife with malware & scams

Bitdefender's report uncovers Discord as a hotbed for malware, phishing, and scams, with 50,000 dangerous links detected in six months, targeting Australia and Indonesia among others.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
Study reveals major vulnerabilities in operational technology
Privileged Access Management

Study reveals major vulnerabilities in operational technology

A Claroty study reveals that 13% of operational technology assets have insecure internet connections and 36% have known exploited vulnerabilities, posing severe cybersecurity risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
GitLab reveals AI-driven updates for enhanced DevSecOps platform
Application Security

GitLab reveals AI-driven updates for enhanced DevSecOps platform

GitLab has announced cutting-edge AI-driven updates to its DevSecOps platform, including Duo Enterprise and CI/CD catalog, promising enhanced security and efficiency.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Security vulnerabilities stories

Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification
Cybersecurity

Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification

Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Mindgard wins UK's Most Innovative Cyber SME award for 2024
DevOps

Mindgard wins UK's Most Innovative Cyber SME award for 2024

Mindgard, an AI-focused cyber security startup, wins UK's Most Innovative Cyber SME 2024 at Infosecurity Europe for its groundbreaking AI Security Labs platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Three-quarters of UK software supply chains hit by cyber attacks
Encryption

Three-quarters of UK software supply chains hit by cyber attacks

BlackBerry's research unveiled at Infosecurity Europe shows 74% of UK software supply chains faced cyber attacks in the past year, exposing critical vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Notes on ThroughTek Kalay Vulnerabilities and Their Impact on the IoT Ecosystem
Internet of Things

Notes on ThroughTek Kalay Vulnerabilities and Their Impact on the IoT Ecosystem

ThroughTek Kalay's platform vulnerabilities affect over 100 million IoT devices, exposing them to potential attacks. Vendors race to patch issues.

By Bitdefender • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024