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KnowBe4 launches free module to secure the hiring process

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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KnowBe4 has launched a free cybersecurity training module to bolster security during hiring, following a thwarted breach by a North Korean hacker.
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Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.
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Fortinet & NAB host Cyber Codefest to boost skills

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Fortinet and National Australia Bank have launched the third Cyber Codefest in Melbourne, boosting cybersecurity skills among students during Awareness Month.
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What keeps CISOs up at night? A halloween tale of cyber frights and digital haunts

Mon, 28th Oct 2024
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This Halloween, as Australians carve pumpkins, CISOs face digital horrors, battling cyber threats, insider risks, and compliance monsters.
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IriusRisk unveils Jeff: AI tool for threat modelling images

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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IriusRisk has launched Jeff: AI Assistant, an innovative tool that generates threat models from images, aiming to streamline cybersecurity processes.
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ReliaQuest report reveals new cloud phishing tactics

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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ReliaQuest's latest report uncovers cyber attackers' exploitation of cloud environments, revealing alarming phishing tactics and vulnerabilities in APIs.
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Fortinet report: 70% of staff lack cybersecurity awareness

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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A Fortinet report reveals 70% of organisations believe employees lack cybersecurity awareness, highlighting growing concerns over AI-driven threats.
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Acronis reports 57% revenue boost in Australia in 2024

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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Acronis has reported a 57% surge in year-on-year revenue in Australia, driven by increasing demand for its AI-powered cybersecurity solutions.
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Logpoint appoints Frank Koelmel as Chief Revenue Officer

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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Logpoint has named Frank Koelmel as its new Chief Revenue Officer, further solidifying its foothold in the European cybersecurity market.
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Fortinet report exposes gap in employee cyber awareness

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A Fortinet report reveals that nearly 70% of organisations find their staff lack basic security awareness, amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.
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Proofpoint uncovers 'Voldemort' malware linked to TA415

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Researchers at Proofpoint have unveiled a sophisticated malware campaign named 'Voldemort', linked to the TA415 threat group, targeting over 70 organisations worldwide.
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CrowdStrike partners with Omnissa for enhanced security

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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CrowdStrike partners with Omnissa to enhance real-time threat detection and remediation for digital workspaces, addressing hybrid work complexities.
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Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A joint advisory from international agencies warns of Iranian cyber actors targeting critical infrastructure sectors using brute force tactics for credential compromise.
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US energy sector faces critical cybersecurity challenges

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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A new report highlights serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the U.S. energy sector, with nearly half of breaches stemming from third-party risks.
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How to implement exposure management in complex cyber-physical systems

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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As digital transformation heightens cyber-physical connectivity, organisations must adopt effective exposure management strategies to safeguard critical systems.
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Cybersecurity experts urge enhanced defence strategies

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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As Cyber Awareness Month highlights ongoing risks, experts urge businesses to adopt stronger cybersecurity measures and improve employee training to combat evolving threats.
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StickmanCyber restructures, hires new talent amid growth

Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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StickmanCyber has announced a major restructuring with five new senior appointments, aiming to enhance cybersecurity services amid a surge in demand in Australia.
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Trustwave & Dicker Data expand cybersecurity partnership

Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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Trustwave has expanded its partnership with Dicker Data, enhancing Australian resellers' access to a comprehensive range of cybersecurity services.
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VIPRE earns 'Strategic Leader' status in 2024 AV report

Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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VIPRE has been named a 'Strategic Leader' by AV-Comparatives for its endpoint solutions, scoring full marks against various cyberattack scenarios.
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Orca Security expands into ANZ with Wavelink partnership

Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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Orca Security is expanding into Australia and New Zealand, partnering with Wavelink and relocating co-founder Avi Shua to bolster cloud security solutions.