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Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester

Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.
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Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats

Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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Netflix's new series Zero Day highlights the real threat of zero-day vulnerabilities, emphasising the need for robust cybersecurity measures to prevent attacks.
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62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations

Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.
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Essential Tech achieves ISO27001:2022 certification success

Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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Essential Tech has achieved ISO27001:2022 certification, confirming its commitment to global information security standards and client data protection.
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Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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Red Canary's 2025 Threat Detection Report reveals alarming trends in cybersecurity, with identity attacks quadrupling and new malware techniques emerging.
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Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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ClickFix attacks, leveraging human error over software flaws, are now a dominant threat to enterprises, outpacing existing security measures.
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Kaseya unveils AI tools to boost MSP efficiency & security

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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Kaseya has launched new AI-driven tools to help managed service providers in Australia tackle security and efficiency challenges amid rising cybersecurity gaps.
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Google's USD $32B Wiz acquisition sparks concerns over cloud security neutrality

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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Google's acquisition of Wiz for USD $32 billion has raised concerns about cloud security neutrality, potentially compromising the firm's independence and its customers' trust.
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Orange Cyberdefense earns global recognition for XSIAM

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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Orange Cyberdefense has gained global recognition for its cybersecurity solutions, earning the prestigious Cortex XSIAM Select Specialisation Status from Palo Alto Networks.
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Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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Red Alpha Cybersecurity appoints Mr Pang Tzer Yeu as CISO-in-Residence to address Singapore's shortage of nearly 4,000 cybersecurity professionals.
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Australian Computer Society launches AI cybersecurity tool

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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The Australian Computer Society and Cyberknowledge have teamed up to launch an AI-driven platform in April 2025, enhancing cybersecurity for SMBs across Australia.
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Five ways worker demands are changing - and how technology can keep up

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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As worker demands transform, the ASUS ExpertBook P5 emerges as the solution to support modern productivity and flexibility in an evolving workplace.
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Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.
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Spike in remote ransomware attacks reported by Sophos

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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Sophos has reported a staggering 141% rise in remote ransomware attacks since 2022, highlighting the urgent need for businesses to bolster cybersecurity measures.
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Trend Micro unveils AI-driven platform for MSP efficiency

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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Trend Micro has unveiled its Trend Vision One platform, empowering MSPs and MSSPs with AI-driven tools to enhance security services and tackle cyber threats.
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HP warns of rising threats from fake CAPTCHA malware

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Researchers from HP have uncovered a rise in fake CAPTCHA challenges used by cybercriminals to install malware, exploiting users' increased online click tolerance.
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Proofpoint & Microsoft expand collaboration on security AI

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Proofpoint has broadened its partnership with Microsoft, leveraging Azure's AI capabilities to bolster global threat and data protection services.
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Rubrik partners with Deloitte for data security solutions

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Rubrik and Deloitte have formed a strategic alliance aimed at enhancing data security and management for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
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AI to halve time needed for account takeover by 2027

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Gartner predicts that AI agents will halve the time needed for account exploitations by 2027, heightening the urgency for firms to adopt advanced security measures.
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Nozomi Networks honoured on Fast Company's 2025 list

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Nozomi Networks has been ranked third in Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies 2025 for its pivotal work in securing critical infrastructure from cyber threats.