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Entrust unveils PKI Hub for cryptographic asset management
Internet of Things

Entrust unveils PKI Hub for cryptographic asset management

Entrust has launched PKI Hub, a new suite designed for managing cryptographic assets, enhancing enterprise visibility and automating processes to streamline PKI operations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security
Software-as-a-Service

Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security

Semperis has launched Lightning Intelligence, a new security tool to assess posture across multi-forest Active Directory and Entra ID, aiding in identity attack prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
January Patch Tuesday reveals 161 vulnerabilities
Email Security

January Patch Tuesday reveals 161 vulnerabilities

On January's Patch Tuesday, Microsoft revealed 161 vulnerabilities, including eight under active exploitation, with no browser flaws noted this month.

By Adam Barnett • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Ivanti issues patch for critical security vulnerability
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Ivanti issues patch for critical security vulnerability

Ivanti has announced critical patches for two vulnerabilities in its Connect Secure and Policy Secure products, one of which is already under active exploitation.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025
Fitness apps face scrutiny over data security risks
Cybersecurity

Fitness apps face scrutiny over data security risks

As digital fitness services surge in popularity, Kaspersky warns users of potential data security risks, urging precautions to protect personal information.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 7th 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
Upwind launches Shift Left to enhance build-time security
Customer Experience

Upwind launches Shift Left to enhance build-time security

Upwind has launched its Shift Left capability, enhancing CI/CD pipelines by integrating runtime context to help developers prioritise vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Tenable unveils autonomous solution for patch management
Cloud Security

Tenable unveils autonomous solution for patch management

Tenable has launched Tenable Patch Management, an autonomous solution designed to streamline vulnerability remediation amid increasing cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
December Patch Tuesday reveals 70 vulnerabilities
Ransomware

December Patch Tuesday reveals 70 vulnerabilities

This December, Microsoft addresses 70 vulnerabilities, including 16 critical remote code execution flaws, in its latest Patch Tuesday update.

By Adam Barnett • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise
Malware

Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise

A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Semperis unveils Lightning Intelligence for identity security
Software-as-a-Service

Semperis unveils Lightning Intelligence for identity security

Semperis has unveiled Lightning Intelligence, a new SaaS solution to enhance identity security for hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID systems.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Veracode unveils new AI-driven features for Veracode Fix
Hyperscale

Veracode unveils new AI-driven features for Veracode Fix

Veracode has unveiled enhancements to its AI-powered coding solution, Veracode Fix, aiming to cut vulnerability remediation time drastically.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Tamnoon partners with Wiz to boost cloud threat detection
Unified Communications

Tamnoon partners with Wiz to boost cloud threat detection

Tamnoon has partnered with Wiz to launch the Wiz Defend solution, enhancing cloud threat detection and empowering security teams with advanced insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Experts warn of cyber risks as Black Friday approaches
Endpoint Protection

Experts warn of cyber risks as Black Friday approaches

As Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, experts warn shoppers to be vigilant against rising cyber threats like malvertising and online fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data
Data Protection

Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data

A study by Top10VPN.com reveals over 50% of paid Android VPN apps leak user data, highlighting significant security flaws in popular services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

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Cloudsmith launches new suite to enhance software security
DevOps

Cloudsmith launches new suite to enhance software security

Cloudsmith has unveiled its Advanced Observability Suite, enhancing software artifact visibility and security compliance for European organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
ASX 200 report reveals cybersecurity risks in retail sector
Firewalls

ASX 200 report reveals cybersecurity risks in retail sector

A new report reveals alarming cybersecurity vulnerabilities in Australia's ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary sector, exposing major companies to increased breach risks.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Automation could save network professionals 50% of time
Firewalls

Automation could save network professionals 50% of time

A report from Skybox Security reveals that network professionals could reclaim 50% of their time by automating tasks currently bogging them down.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024