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UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Research by Apricorn reveals that the adoption of encryption policies among UK organisations has doubled in 2024, with 46% now mandating encryption for all data.
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AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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A new Bugcrowd report reveals 71% of hackers believe AI has boosted hacking's value, with 77% now using generative AI tools.
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OpenText survey: rise in software supply chain attacks
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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OpenText's 2024 Global Ransomware Survey reveals a surge in cyberattacks, with 62% of companies facing supply chain ransomware and high ransom payments.
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Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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A new survey by Cohesity reveals that 93% of Australians are increasingly concerned about how AI affects data security, far surpassing worries in the US and UK.
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Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.
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Developer upskilling crucial for Secure-by-Design success
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Secure Code Warrior's new study reveals that under 4% of developers are engaged in Secure-by-Design upskilling, despite critical sectors showing strong security postures.
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Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.
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Australian firms urged to bolster defences against AI risks
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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As Australia recognises 'AI Month', cybersecurity concerns mount, with experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced protection against AI-related threats.
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Education remains a target for cyberattacks says Microsoft
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.
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Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI’s role
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Mandiant Consulting’s Jurgen Kutcher warns of evolving cyber threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and the transformative role of AI in both attacks and defences.
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Bugcrowd partners with SEC DATACOM in cybersecurity push
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Bugcrowd has formed an agreement with SEC DATACOM to bolster cybersecurity across Finland and the Baltic regions amid rising threats.
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Consumers demand stronger data security against AI risks
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Research from Cohesity reveals that consumers worldwide are increasingly alarmed about excessive data collection and potential AI threats to their privacy.
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NinjaOne launches AI tool & appoints data VP Carusone
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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NinjaOne elevates Joel Carusone to Senior Vice President of Data and AI, unveiling a new AI tool aimed at streamlining patch management for IT teams.
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AI raises cybersecurity concerns in Asia Pacific region
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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A Cloudflare study reveals 41% of cybersecurity leaders in Asia Pacific faced data breaches last year, amid growing fears over AI's role in such incidents.
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American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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American Water has reported a cybersecurity breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities threatening critical infrastructure such as water treatment facilities.
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Sophos unveils new XGS desktop firewalls & software
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Sophos has unveiled its new XGS Series desktop firewalls, featuring nine models that double performance while halving energy consumption for SMEs.
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Commvault launches cyber resilience platform on AWS
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Commvault has launched its Cloud cyber resilience platform on AWS, introducing features aimed at strengthening data protection for customers.
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Commvault & Pure Storage unveil cyber readiness solution
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Commvault and Pure Storage have launched a joint cyber readiness solution to help financial institutions meet the EU's DORA regulations by 2025.
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Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.
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New app launched to secure Exchange servers for free
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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Easy365Manager Freemium launches to safeguard small businesses from critical vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange servers, supporting up to 25 users at no cost.