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Rubrik partners with Cisco to enhance cyber resilience strategies
4 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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business continuity
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cisco
Rubrik and Cisco partner to enhance cyber resilience, integrating Rubrik with Cisco XDR and adding Rubrik products to Cisco's SolutionsPlus for unified threat detection and recovery.
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Cyber resilience: Key takeaways from a global IT outage
Last week
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ransomware
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application security
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ai security
A massive global IT outage highlights the critical need for cyber resilience. As software complexity grows, so do risks, stressing the importance of robust recovery plans.
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CSCAU updates cyber security standard for SMBs to fight threats
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
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acs
Cyber Security Certification Australia (CSCAU) unveils its first update to the dynamic SMB1001:2025 standard, enhancing SMB cyber defence against emerging threats.
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Kawerau District Council upgrades telephony with BayCom, Access4
Last month
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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business continuity
BayCom deploys Access4's cloud-based voice platform at Kawerau District Council, modernising telephony systems to improve reliability and reduce costs.
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Beyond prevention: Why breach readiness is your cybersecurity lifeline
Last month
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
As cyber threats evolve, breach prevention alone fails. ColourTokens Xshield advocates for 'breach readiness'—ensuring resilience and quick recovery post-attack.
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Cohesity report: firms overconfident in cyber resilience abilities
Last month
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ransomware
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financial systems
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mfa
A new Cohesity survey reveals a stark reality: 67% of firms suffered ransomware attacks in 2024 despite 78% having confidence in their cyber resilience.
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Mastering office relocation without impacting productivity
Last month
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data protection
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dr
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data analytics
Mastering an office relocation involves meticulous planning and smart timing, ensuring minimal disruptions while boosting productivity and transforming workspaces.
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Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity
Last month
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
The rapidly evolving ransomware threat poses a significant risk to business continuity, crucially impacting cyber insurance strategies. Companies must bolster cybersecurity to stay ahead.
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Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs
Last month
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edutech
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dr
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network infrastructure
Assured Data Protection and KHIPU Networks partner to deliver cost-effective, enterprise-grade disaster recovery and data protection services to UK and South African SMEs.
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NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity
Last month
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ai security
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dr
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike's botched Falcon Sensor update affected 8.5 million Microsoft Windows devices globally, underscoring major weaknesses in tech infrastructure and sparking industry-wide scrutiny.
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Organisations urged to take a proactive approach to ransomware threats
Last month
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ransomware
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edutech
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devops
With July designated Ransomware Awareness Month, organisations are urged to understand ransomware threats and adopt proactive strategies for better cyber resilience.
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Acronis reports 293% increase in email cyberattacks in H1 2024
Last month
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Cybersecurity firm Acronis has identified a staggering 293% increase in email cyberattacks during the first half of 2024 compared to 2023.
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Microsoft outage exposes need for advanced security measures
Last month
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outlook
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cyberark
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microsoft
Microsoft's 365 Office and cloud services suffered major outages, sparking calls for AI-powered tech to combat growing DDoS attacks and misconfigurations.
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Commvault integrates enhanced backup for Microsoft 365 platform
Last month
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collaboration
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commvault
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microsoft
Commvault has upgraded its Cloud Backup and Recovery service for Microsoft 365, introducing new features to enhance cyber resilience and streamline recovery processes for enterprise clients.
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Australian firms overestimate cyber resilience as attacks rise
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
Australian companies overestimate their cyber resilience amid rising attacks, with 60% having faced ransomware recently and many willing to pay ransoms.
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Exclusive: Cohesity reveals three pillars driving its success
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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dr
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cohesity's James Blake has revealed the company's strategy for data resilience and cybersecurity, with a focus on countering cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike outage inspires ongoing discussions on digital resilience
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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ai security
The recent CrowdStrike software update caused a global IT outage, disrupting airlines, banks, media, and healthcare, sparking calls for stronger digital infrastructure.
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Ignition & ExtraHop join forces to boost UK cyber defences
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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ndr
Ignition Technology partners with ExtraHop to boost UK network visibility and security, integrating solutions like CrowdStrike to address growing cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights critical need for disaster planning
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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business continuity
CrowdStrike's global outage highlights the critical need for disaster preparedness and business continuity, with experts stressing robust recovery plans and clear communication.