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Scammers exploit LA wildfires with QR code phishing
Yesterday
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malware
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phishing
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email security
In the aftermath of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, researchers have uncovered a rise in QR code phishing schemes targeting charitable donors amid the crisis.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality
Yesterday
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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KnowBe4 study reveals critical role of security awareness
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it training
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A new white paper from KnowBe4 reveals that effective security awareness training can reduce the risk of data breaches by over eight times for organisations.
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Study finds 8.5% of GenAI prompts risk data exposure
Yesterday
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data protection
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cdp
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A study by Harmonic Security reveals that 8.5% of prompts in generative AI tools could expose sensitive data, raising serious security concerns.
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Teleport 17 enhances security for cloud infrastructure
Yesterday
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hyperscale
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network security
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cloud security
Teleport has unveiled its Teleport 17 update, enhancing access control for large enterprises facing rising cloud security challenges amidst increasing breaches.
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Dragos & Yokogawa partner to boost industrial security
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Dragos and Yokogawa Electric have partnered to bolster global industrial cybersecurity by integrating Dragos’s platform with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP system.
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Cohesity strengthens security with new advisory additions
Yesterday
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Cohesity enhances its Security Advisory Council with the appointment of Dave DeWalt and H.R. McMaster, aimed at strengthening global data security amid rising cyber threats.
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Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw
Yesterday
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firewalls
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mfa
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cybersecurity
A major data leak impacting Fortinet firewalls has revealed sensitive information from 15,000 devices following a critical vulnerability, prompting urgent cybersecurity measures.
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Dynatrace launches app to support EU's DORA compliance
Yesterday
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risk & compliance
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ai
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cybersecurity
Dynatrace has launched a new Compliance Assistant app to help organisations tackle the Digital Operational Resilience Act, enhancing their compliance and risk management capabilities.
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Illumio appoints Karl Van den Bergh as Chief Marketing Officer
Yesterday
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Illumio has appointed Karl Van den Bergh as Chief Marketing Officer, aiming to enhance global marketing efforts for its breach containment solutions.
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Ransomware attacks soared in 2024, new groups emerge
Yesterday
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ransomware
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mfa
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest analysis reveals a 43% rise in ransomware victims in Q4 2024, with 13 new groups emerging, including Akira, which named 71 victims in December.
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Wiz & The Instillery team up for APAC cloud security push
Yesterday
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saas
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public cloud
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cloud security
Wiz has partnered with The Instillery to boost adoption of its Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform in the Asia-Pacific, enhancing cloud security solutions.
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KnowBe4 report links training to fewer data breaches
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent KnowBe4 report reveals that robust security awareness training reduces data breaches, showing firms with it are 8.3 times less likely to suffer incidents.
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Gallagher Security appoints Jon Liaros as development lead
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customers
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growth
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job moves
Gallagher Security has appointed Jon Liaros as the new Business Development Manager for the NSW/ACT region, effective 13 January, to enhance operations.
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SentinelOne expands Purple AI with diverse data & language
Yesterday
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
SentinelOne has announced an update for its Purple AI security analyst, enabling integration with third-party solutions like Zscaler and Microsoft Office 365.
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Trellix revamps partner program for cybersecurity growth
Yesterday
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Cybersecurity firm Trellix has revamped its Xtend Partner Program to enhance growth and profitability, introducing new training resources and support for partners.
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BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
Yesterday
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.
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Cisco launches AI Defense to secure AI application use
Yesterday
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firewalls
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data protection
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digital transformation
Cisco has unveiled Cisco AI Defense, a comprehensive solution aimed at securing the development and use of AI applications in enterprises amid growing safety concerns.
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Identity security report highlights AI's growing role
Yesterday
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ransomware
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pam
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mfa
A recent report from Delinea reveals that nearly half of security leaders prioritise safeguarding credentials as identity threats surge ahead of 2025.
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Device Authority enhances IoT security tools for MSSPs
Yesterday
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cloud security
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iot security
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Device Authority is boosting its support for Managed Service Security Providers in North America with new security tools and investments to enhance IoT management.