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UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis
Ransomware

UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis

A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management
Malware

Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management

Appdome has launched Threat Dynamics, an AI-enhanced mobile defence platform aimed at pre-emptive threat management for mobile businesses facing rising fraud.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Azul ensures Java solutions comply with DORA EU standards
Risk & Compliance

Azul ensures Java solutions comply with DORA EU standards

Azul has confirmed that its Java solutions now meet the European Union's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) requirements, aiding financial institutions in compliance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Azul's OpenJDK solutions comply with EU's DORA standards
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Azul's OpenJDK solutions comply with EU's DORA standards

Azul has secured compliance for its OpenJDK solutions with the EU's DORA standards, bolstering digital resilience for financial institutions ahead of the 2025 deadline.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Global Stories

Incident Response stories

Key Cyber Security Trends to Watch in 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Key Cyber Security Trends to Watch in 2025

As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, organisations must adapt to emerging trends in 2025, prioritising cloud solutions, AI risks, and skills shortages.

By Les Williamson • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Barracuda unveils advanced email protection enhancements
Firewalls

Barracuda unveils advanced email protection enhancements

Barracuda Networks unveils enhancements to its Email Protection, providing organisations with improved security options to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Commvault & CrowdStrike unite for enhanced cyber defence
Data Protection

Commvault & CrowdStrike unite for enhanced cyber defence

Commvault has announced a new integration with CrowdStrike Falcon to bolster threat detection and rapid data recovery for their joint customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k
Data Protection

Ransomware in 2024: 75 groups with median demand USD $200k

A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Unified Communications

Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns

Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Tenable predicts cybersecurity trends shaping 2025 landscape
Cloud Security

Tenable predicts cybersecurity trends shaping 2025 landscape

Tenable has unveiled vital cybersecurity trends for 2025, warning organisations to adapt to the expanding threat landscape and rising data breach costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Experts warn of AI's dual impact on data privacy in 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Experts warn of AI's dual impact on data privacy in 2025

As Data Privacy Week approaches, experts warn of escalating risks in 2025, driven by AI's dual role, legacy systems, and the need for robust data minimisation strategies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
SentinelOne upgrades Purple AI with major platform links
Firewalls

SentinelOne upgrades Purple AI with major platform links

SentinelOne has enhanced its Purple AI security analyst capabilities by integrating with major third-party products, boosting threat detection and response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Kaspersky enhances SIEM solution with AI & new features
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky enhances SIEM solution with AI & new features

Kaspersky has unveiled major upgrades to its Security Information and Event Management solution, aiming to boost productivity amid escalating cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
The AI revolution – security challenges and the critical role of zero trust
Digital Transformation

The AI revolution – security challenges and the critical role of zero trust

As AI technology accelerates in 2025, firms face pressing security challenges, prompting a shift towards Zero Trust strategies to safeguard systems and operations.

By Michael Adjei • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
CrowdStrike unveils new services to combat insider threats
Endpoint Protection

CrowdStrike unveils new services to combat insider threats

CrowdStrike unveils its Insider Risk Services, a new strategy to tackle insider threats, amid rising costs of USD $16.2 million for organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Exabeam unveils AI-driven LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot
Semiconductors

Exabeam unveils AI-driven LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot

Exabeam has unveiled LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot, a new generative AI feature designed to enhance cybersecurity workflows and improve threat response.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks
Surveillance

CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
GuidePoint warns of Python backdoor used in ransomware
Malware

GuidePoint warns of Python backdoor used in ransomware

GuidePoint Security has unveiled the use of a Python backdoor in recent ransomware attacks, enabling threat actors to maintain access and deploy malicious encryptors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025