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Bitwarden reveals concerning password security habits in UK
Breach Prevention

Bitwarden reveals concerning password security habits in UK

A recent Bitwarden survey reveals concerning password security habits in the UK, with 63% of residents relying on memory, posing significant cybersecurity risks.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Global Stories

Security breaches stories

SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push
Storage

SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push

Cloud SaaS applications face increasing cyber-attacks, with breaches quadrupling in a year due to identity factors, highlighting urgent security needs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses
Virtualisation

Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses

A new report finds 85% of container developers experienced cyber incidents related to containers or Kubernetes within the last year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Majority of firms bolster SaaS security despite economic woes
Cloud Security

Majority of firms bolster SaaS security despite economic woes

A CSA survey shows that 70% of firms have dedicated SaaS security teams despite economic challenges, and 39% increased their SaaS cybersecurity budgets.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences
Firewalls

Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences

Security sprawl from using too many vendors can weaken defences and create management challenges, even for small businesses. Here's how to streamline.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Sysdig introduces AI Workload Security for enhanced cloud risk management
Virtualisation

Sysdig introduces AI Workload Security for enhanced cloud risk management

Sysdig unveils AI Workload Security to provide real-time cloud risk assessment, boosting visibility in AI infrastructures for swift response to threats and aiding regulatory compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Third-party risk: A growing threat in today's interconnected world
Unified Communications

Third-party risk: A growing threat in today's interconnected world

An intricate web of third-party collaborations elevates innovation and efficiency in business but also significantly increases risk factors such as data breaches and financial instability.

By Oshadha Ranaweera • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024
Upwind fortifies Cloud Security Platform with identity security
DataCentre infrastructure

Upwind fortifies Cloud Security Platform with identity security

Faced with a sharp increase in security breaches, Upwind is stepping up its Cloud Security Platform with a new focus on identity security, providing a comprehensive solution to Cloud Identity Entitlement Management (CIEM) concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
Fastly introduces Bot Management to combat online fraud
Application Security

Fastly introduces Bot Management to combat online fraud

Fastly has launched its Bot Management system, a cybersecurity advancement aimed at thwarting bot-triggered online fraud and abuses.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
Zyxel Networks highlights AI's key role in SMB network management
Malware

Zyxel Networks highlights AI's key role in SMB network management

Zyxel Networks showcases how artificial intelligence can revolutionise network infrastructure management, especially for SMBs, by optimising operations, security, and performance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 30th Mar 2024
BackBox introduces major update to Network Vulnerability Manager
Ransomware

BackBox introduces major update to Network Vulnerability Manager

BackBox enhances network vulnerability management with an update to its Network Vulnerability Manager, allowing organisations to mark mitigated Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures, thus refining their risk scores and optimising remediation efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Portnox unveils Conditional Access for Applications to improve data security
Software-as-a-Service

Portnox unveils Conditional Access for Applications to improve data security

Cloud-security provider Portnox fortifies application security with its new offering, 'Conditional Access for Applications', offering passwordless authentication and endpoint risk management.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
NormCyber unveils service to enhance cyber incident readiness
Customer Experience

NormCyber unveils service to enhance cyber incident readiness

NormCyber, a Fareham-based risk management firm, rolls out an Incident Response Readiness Assessment service to combat a 64% rise in cyber incidents by simulating attacks and fine-tuning their response.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Security breaches stories

StarHub launches new cybersecurity training platform
Breach Prevention

StarHub launches new cybersecurity training platform

StarHub launches its new Cybersecurity Awareness Training Platform to bolster enterprise cyber defences by addressing human error.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
MediSecure breach highlights need for third-party security
Software-as-a-Service

MediSecure breach highlights need for third-party security

A data breach linked to MediSecure highlights the critical need for improved third-party risk management, affecting over a million Australians' data.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Amplifying AI-powered cybersecurity to counter growing threats
Network Infrastructure

Amplifying AI-powered cybersecurity to counter growing threats

Rising cybersecurity threats compel companies to leverage AI and cross-border collaboration, amid an expected AU $7.3bn investment in Australia's security infrastructure in 2024.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024
The transformative role of advanced video in Australian healthcare
Firewalls

The transformative role of advanced video in Australian healthcare

Advanced video management software (VMS) is revolutionising Australian healthcare, significantly enhancing safety and efficiency, whilst improving the overall patient journey and ensuring more effective security.

By Ash Ramanayake • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024