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Radware reveals surge in cyber attacks in 2024 report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Radware reveals surge in cyber attacks in 2024 report

Radware's 2024 threat analysis shows a worrying 171% increase in malicious web activity, driven by escalating Layer 7 Web DDoS attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Retail, finance sectors face consumer shift over cyber threats
Encryption

Retail, finance sectors face consumer shift over cyber threats

Consumer confidence in retail and finance sectors may wane due to increasing cybersecurity threats, a new study as found.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Cado Security uncovers sophisticated Linux malware campaign
Malware

Cado Security uncovers sophisticated Linux malware campaign

Cado Security Labs uncovers an unreported Linux malware campaign exploiting misconfigured servers, leveraging a pioneering platform to counteract the comprehensive cyber assault.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Dell & CrowdStrike strengthen partnership to combat cyberthreats
Network Infrastructure

Dell & CrowdStrike strengthen partnership to combat cyberthreats

Dell Technologies strengthens its global partnership with CrowdStrike, aiming to enhance its Managed Detection and Response services with CrowdStrike's AI-native platform to combat advanced cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
Absolute Software earns top spot in Frost & Sullivan's Endpoint Security Radar
Endpoint Protection

Absolute Software earns top spot in Frost & Sullivan's Endpoint Security Radar

Absolute Software lands a top position in Frost and Sullivan's Endpoint Security Radar, lauded for its leading-edge strategy in ensuring cybersecurity resilience.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2024
Decoding the Microsoft breach: Key lessons to bolster cyber resilience
Multi-factor authentication

Decoding the Microsoft breach: Key lessons to bolster cyber resilience

Amidst the complexities of cybersecurity, the recent breach at Microsoft demonstrates the persistent challenge posed by nation-state attacks and highlights strategies for garnering cyber resilience.

By Nathan Wenzler • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2024
Mandiant uncovers intricate UNC5325 cyber attacks on Ivanti devices
Malware

Mandiant uncovers intricate UNC5325 cyber attacks on Ivanti devices

Cybersecurity company Mandiant has identified that actor UNC5325 exploits an Ivanti zero-day vulnerability, utilising evasive techniques and malware to persistently infiltrate devices.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Exclusive: Tenable highlights the importance of a company's attack surface
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Tenable highlights the importance of a company's attack surface

Tenable's SVP of Product, Jason Merrick, emphasises the criticality of comprehensive cyber attack surface understanding amid accelerating digital transformations and increasing cyber threats.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Acronis launches robust cyber protection product to tackle digital threats
Data Protection

Acronis launches robust cyber protection product to tackle digital threats

Acronis introduces its latest solution, Acronis Cyber Protect 16, providing robust cyber threat protection and streamlined backup and recovery operations, tailored for distributed organisations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
Trustwave reveals cybersecurity threats targeting education sector
EduTech

Trustwave reveals cybersecurity threats targeting education sector

Cybersecurity firm Trustwave has revealed unique threats facing the education sector in their latest analysis, 2024 Education Threat Landscape, offering key strategies for building cybersecurity resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
Avast thwarts 10 billion cyber attacks, reveals new threats
Phishing

Avast thwarts 10 billion cyber attacks, reveals new threats

Avast blocks 10 billion cyber threats, highlighting an alarming surge in new threats as cyber attackers find innovative ways to exploit trusted digital mediums.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
Why is Printing the Last to Reach the Cloud?
Customer Relationship Management

Why is Printing the Last to Reach the Cloud?

Despite the widespread adoption of cloud storage solutions, the transition of printing services to the cloud has lagged behind due to technology availability, data security concerns and large file sizes.

By Lucas Randall • 6 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
LogRhythm appoints Mazen Dohaji as GM & VP for new METAPAC region
Security Information and Event Management

LogRhythm appoints Mazen Dohaji as GM & VP for new METAPAC region

Cybersecurity provider LogRhythm appoints Mazen Adnan Dohaji as General Manager and VP of its recently established METAPAC sector, boosting their commitment to combat cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Goldilock & Patriot Tools team up for US cyber defence
Semiconductors

Goldilock & Patriot Tools team up for US cyber defence

Goldilock, UK-based developer of a NATO-endorsed cyber kill-switch, has revealed a crucial strategy to beef up American security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Exclusive: Aura sheds insights on the state of cybersecurity in NZ
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive: Aura sheds insights on the state of cybersecurity in NZ

Alastair Miller of Aura Information Security illuminates New Zealand's cybersecurity landscape, discussing escalating cyber threats and the importance of robust, proactive security measures.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
Most Kiwi corporations suffered cyber-attacks in 2023, reveals Kordia
Data Privacy

Most Kiwi corporations suffered cyber-attacks in 2023, reveals Kordia

New research by Kordia reveals over two-thirds of large New Zealand companies report damage from cyber-attacks, with nearly half requiring over a month for resolution.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2024
Kiwis call for tougher fines & greater accountability in cyber breaches
EduTech

Kiwis call for tougher fines & greater accountability in cyber breaches

New research reveals majority of Kiwis think companies should do more to prevent cyber-attacks, with many considering swapping brands after a data breach.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024