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Why is ransomware still a thing in 2025?

Tue, 13th May 2025
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Ransomware persists in 2025 as attackers exploit easy targets, with cybercrime losses hitting USD $16.6 billion despite soaring cybersecurity investments.
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Zero-day hackers shift focus to enterprise tech in Google's report

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Google's GTIG reports 75 zero-day exploits in 2024, highlighting a rising threat to enterprise tech despite a slight overall decrease from 2023.
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FireMon hires ex-Skybox leaders to boost global expansion

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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FireMon appoints four former Skybox Security sales leaders to boost expansion across EMEA, APAC, and North America in network security policy management.
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Varonis acquires Cyral to boost AI-driven data security

Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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data protection
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Varonis Systems has acquired Cyral, enhancing data security capabilities amid a projected USD $225 billion database market boom by 2028.
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New phishing scam uses QR codes to bypass security tools

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Barracuda analysts warn of escalating phishing threats using QR codes crafted from ASCII/Unicode characters, evading traditional security measures.
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F5 introduces NGINX One to boost app security & delivery

Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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application security
F5 releases NGINX One software to enhance application security and delivery for diverse enterprise teams, integrating load balancing, security, and AI-driven insights.
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Kaspersky study: 40% of firms face shortage in cybersecurity hiring

Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Over 40% of firms face a crippling lack of qualified cybersecurity professionals, contributing to heightened security risks, a new global study by Kaspersky exposes.
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ISMS.online partners with ECI Partners for global expansion plans

Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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Data privacy SaaS ISMS.online joins forces with investment leaders ECI Partners to drive global expansion and product innovation.
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NAVEX uncovers state of risk and compliance in latest report

Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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NAVEX's 2023 State of Risk & Compliance Report reveals a decline in management's commitment to compliance and an increase in overall program maturity.
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Without trust, your security team is dead in the water

Tue, 5th Jul 2022
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Building trust with employees and customers is crucial in cybersecurity, says Airwallex's Elliot Colquhoun. Transparency and communication are key.
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Infosec unveils role-guided cybersecurity training roadmaps

Wed, 25th May 2022
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education, learning & training
Infosec Skills Roles maps hands-on training and certifications to the 12 most in-demand cybersecurity roles to maximise training efficiency.