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The pressing need for self-healing apps and network resilience
Data Protection

The pressing need for self-healing apps and network resilience

Alarming new data reveals significant vulnerabilities that, if ignored, could lead to catastrophic consequences for enterprises.

By Nicko van Someren • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Cloud native security threats concern 75% of IT & security leaders
Virtualisation

Cloud native security threats concern 75% of IT & security leaders

New research shows that IT and security leaders believe Kubernetes will play a major role in app development, but are concerned about security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023
GitHub's AI revolution: Transforming code language & developer experience
Unified Communications

GitHub's AI revolution: Transforming code language & developer experience

GitHub announces an AI-driven platform that integrates AI into every phase of development, introducing natural language as a universal programming language.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023
Updating Apple devices in the era of rapid security responses
Security Information and Event Management

Updating Apple devices in the era of rapid security responses

Every organisation employing Apple devices must develop and follow a clear strategy to handle Apple's new RSR approach to OS upgrades.

By Winston Wong • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2023
In today's data-driven world, compromising on cybersecurity is not an option
Fintech

In today's data-driven world, compromising on cybersecurity is not an option

As the global financial ecosystem expands, it's getting harder for organisations to navigate the maze of cyber risks alone.

By Johan Gerber • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
BeyondTrust experts forecast key cybersecurity threats for 2024
Malware

BeyondTrust experts forecast key cybersecurity threats for 2024

BeyondTrust's cybersecurity experts predict the main global threats for 2024, including advanced AI threats and a rise in subscription-based model risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023
Generative AI: A disruptive force at the hands of cyber attackers
Phishing

Generative AI: A disruptive force at the hands of cyber attackers

Generative AI tools in the wrong hands are a serious threat, which is why their use must be regulated properly.

By Uri Dorot • 4 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2023
The IT industry is stalling on SBOMs when it should be working on best practice
Open source

The IT industry is stalling on SBOMs when it should be working on best practice

SBOMs will be key to dealing with the next big vulnerability and incredibly useful in the fight to minimise the effects of smaller weaknesses.

By Joey Stanford • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2023
Microsoft research highlights vulnerabilities in ChatGPT models
Large Language Models

Microsoft research highlights vulnerabilities in ChatGPT models

Researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in the trustworthiness of GPT models, raising concerns about toxic and biased outputs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2023
Zyxel Networks launches game-changing WiFi 7 access point for business use
Wireless Networks

Zyxel Networks launches game-changing WiFi 7 access point for business use

Zyxel Networks unveils its first WiFi 7 access point, promising to revolutionise high-density business connectivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Vitrana reduces software security vulnerabilities by 66% using CAST
DevOps

Vitrana reduces software security vulnerabilities by 66% using CAST

Global platform provider Vitrana leverages CAST technology to slash its software security vulnerabilities by 66%.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Organisations fail to see benefit of ethical hacking - report
Risk & Compliance

Organisations fail to see benefit of ethical hacking - report

52% of security professionals prefer to accept undiscovered vulnerabilities than work with hackers, HackerOne data shows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Hackuity launches Version 2.0 of next gen vulnerability management
Marketing Technologies

Hackuity launches Version 2.0 of next gen vulnerability management

Hackuity, the risk-based vulnerability management provider, has launched Version 2.0 of its platform with major enhancements to support risk prioritisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Ordr announces integration with ServiceNow vulnerability response
IoT Security

Ordr announces integration with ServiceNow vulnerability response

Joint solution closes visibility gaps, optimizing vulnerability management for all managed and unmanaged devices, including IoT, IoMT and OT.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023
Interactive announces partnership with CrowdStrike
Partner Programmes

Interactive announces partnership with CrowdStrike

The partnership expands Interactive's cybersecurity offering and strengthens its position as a leader in the technology industry.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023
78% of organisations under-report cyberattacks: ISACA
Supply Chain

78% of organisations under-report cyberattacks: ISACA

Interestingly, only 42% of respondents in Oceania say their organisation conducts a cyber-risk assessment at least annually, compared to 43% in 2022.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Security vulnerabilities stories

UK employees jeopardise workplace cybersecurity with unauthorised downloads
Risk & Compliance

UK employees jeopardise workplace cybersecurity with unauthorised downloads

Two-thirds of UK employees are endangering business cybersecurity by unauthorised app downloads, often unbeknown to IT departments, Armis research reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023
Winter Vivern exploits webmail server vulnerability targets European governments
Surveillance

Winter Vivern exploits webmail server vulnerability targets European governments

Winter Vivern cyber group targets European governments using XSS vulnerability of Roundcube Webmail server, as ESET researchers have discovered.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023