WatchGuard Technologies stories
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Cybersecurity experts praise new Australian Government mandate
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firewalls
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it training
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encryption
Australian Government's PSPF Direction 002-2024 mandates stronger cybersecurity measures, sparking industry experts' applause and calls for resourceful implementation to mitigate risks.
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WatchGuard adds key executives to bolster global leadership
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies has grown its leadership with three new senior hires, enhancing sales and marketing capabilities with industry veterans.
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WatchGuard strengthens leadership team with three new executives
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies enhances its leadership, appointing Derek Maggiacomo, Rich Workman, and Karen Ray to drive focus on MSPs. CEO promotes a partner-first vision.
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IT professionals urged to secure networks before summer holidays
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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phishing
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firewalls
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email security
As summer approaches, IT pros should follow Corey Nachreiner's advice to secure networks while on holiday. Key steps include shutting down unused devices, updating critical servers, and using multi-factor authentication.
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Australian MSPs to boost cybersecurity investment in 2024
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
A survey by WatchGuard Technologies reveals that 69% of Australian MSPs are set to increase cybersecurity investment in 2024, focusing on firewalls and AI opportunities.
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WatchGuard launches AI-driven ThreatSync+ NDR & compliance tools
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies unveils ThreatSync+ NDR and WatchGuard Compliance Reporting, leveraging AI to simplify cybersecurity for smaller IT teams and enhance compliance.
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WatchGuard report reveals surge in endpoint malware
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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malware
WatchGuard Technologies' latest report reveals a stark contrast in malware trends: network detections halve, while endpoint attacks soar.
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WatchGuard wins nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius
Tue, 14th May 2024
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network security
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies shines with nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius, celebrating excellence in network security, endpoint security, and AuthPoint products.
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How the evolution of AI will reshape cybersecurity
Mon, 6th May 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
From the foundations laid by Alan Turing to today's AI-mainstream force, discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising cybersecurity, aiding defence and posing new challenges.
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WatchGuard report reveals drastic surge in evasive malware
Mon, 1st Apr 2024
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network security
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies report reveals an 80% surge in total malware due to escalating 'living-off-the-land' attacks and cyberattack commoditisation, contrasting a 20% ransomware decline.
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Global malware surge revealed in WatchGuard's latest Internet Security Report
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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malware
Surge in evasive malware noted in WatchGuard Technologies' Internet Security Report alongside revelations of increased cyber attacks exploiting on-premises email servers; however, ransomware threats show decline.
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Kyocera Australia becomes second Platinum Partner of WatchGuard Technologies
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
WatchGuard Technologies bolsters global partnership with Kyocera by designating Kyocera Australia as its second Platinum Partner, aiming to enhance customer security and digital services in Australia and New Zealand.
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IWD 2024: How taking centre stage professionally encourages other women in ICT to do the same
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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breach prevention
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firewalls
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women in technology
Taking the professional spotlight combats imposter syndrome and boosts female representation in male-dominated ICT industry.
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WatchGuard appoints Zayed Alji as new Partner Manager in Victoria & Tasmania
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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firewalls
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application security
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies has appointed industry veteran Zayed Alji as Partner Relationship Manager for Victoria and Tasmania, strengthening the cybersecurity titan's commitment to improving customer experience via its partner network.
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WatchGuard deemed Canalys Cybersecurity Channel Champion again
Tue, 27th Feb 2024
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breach prevention
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firewalls
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cybersecurity
Global cybersecurity leader WatchGuard Technologies has been recognised as a Cybersecurity Channel Champion in the 2023 Canalys Global Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.
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Safer Internet Day: CTO underlines risk to young web users
Mon, 5th Feb 2024
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
On Safer Internet Day, WatchGuard's CTO Corey Nachreiner calls for enhanced online safety awareness, emphasising the threat of AI privacy concerns.
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Data Privacy Day: Watchguard gives warning about 'free' services
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
On Data Privacy Day, WatchGuard's VP of Identity, Carla Roncato, warns of the less conspicuous costs linked with 'free' services.
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Rising ransomware attacks exploit remote access software, warns WatchGuard report
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Endpoint ransomware attacks see an 89% rise, whilst cybercriminals increase exploitation of remote access software, according to WatchGuard.
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WatchGuard reveals rise in remote access software exploits
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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malware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard's new report reveals escalated cyber threats, including a surge in ransomware attacks and exploitation of remote access software.
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WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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ai
Cybersecurity leader WatchGuard predicts a rise in AI-driven cyber threats, VR/MR headset attacks and harmful QR codes in 2024.