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Half of IT professionals uncertain of devices on their networks
Network Infrastructure

Half of IT professionals uncertain of devices on their networks

Half of IT pros believe unknown devices are on their networks, posing high risks, finds ACDS survey. Over two-thirds faced multiple data breaches in two years.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
AttackIQ and Trium Cyber partner to grow security solutions
DevOps

AttackIQ and Trium Cyber partner to grow security solutions

AttackIQ has partnered with Trium Cyber to provide policyholders with AttackIQ Flex, aiming to boost cybersecurity maturity and mitigate risks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Experts urge tech firms to prioritise secure-by-design principles
Multi-factor authentication

Experts urge tech firms to prioritise secure-by-design principles

With tech giants grappling with data breaches and security flaws, experts stress the urgent need for multifactor authentication and stronger identity security to protect against rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Thales introduces Passwordless 360 for enterprise security
Storage

Thales introduces Passwordless 360 for enterprise security

Thales launches Passwordless 360, a password-free authentication system aimed at enhancing security, reducing costs, and boosting user adoption across organisations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Claroty enhances CPS security with new platform advancements
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Claroty enhances CPS security with new platform advancements

Claroty's newest platform advancements bolster cyber-physical systems (CPS) security with enhanced asset visibility and a comprehensive array of solutions for reduced risk and cost efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Logpoint names Mikkel Drucker as new CEO to drive growth
Software-as-a-Service

Logpoint names Mikkel Drucker as new CEO to drive growth

Logpoint appoints Mikkel Drucker as CEO to drive growth in Europe's SIEM market, focusing on mid-sized organisations and MSSPs, enhancing its cybersecurity solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
APAC firms rethink cybersecurity strategies amid confidence gap
Security Information and Event Management

APAC firms rethink cybersecurity strategies amid confidence gap

A new study by LogRhythm reveals a critical disconnect between APAC security execs and customers on cyber defence efficacy, prompting strategy overhauls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
HAT Distribution partners with CyberSmart to bolster Australian SME cyber safety
Risk & Compliance

HAT Distribution partners with CyberSmart to bolster Australian SME cyber safety

HAT Distribution partners with UK's leading cybersecurity provider, CyberSmart, to simplify cybersecurity assessments and bolster defences for Australian small businesses amid increasing cyber crime incidents.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
ExtraHop collaborates with CrowdStrike to bolster network security
Firewalls

ExtraHop collaborates with CrowdStrike to bolster network security

ExtraHop and CrowdStrike partner to bolster threat mitigation, integrating ExtraHop's cloud-native network detection with CrowdStrike's AI-native platform.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Claroty reveals flaw in traditional cyber-physical systems defence
Physical Security

Claroty reveals flaw in traditional cyber-physical systems defence

Cyber security firm Claroty exposes a critical flaw in current vulnerability management strategies, revealing a colossal 38% of the riskiest cyber-physical system (CPS) assets go undetected by conventional methods.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Trend Micro enhances AI security with new Trend Vision One platform features
Data Protection

Trend Micro enhances AI security with new Trend Vision One platform features

In a move to protect organisations utilising AI tools, global cybersecurity firm, Trend Micro, updates its Trend Vision One platform with new AI-powered security features.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
ForAllSecure unveils AI-powered SBOM tool Mayhem to target real threats
Application Security

ForAllSecure unveils AI-powered SBOM tool Mayhem to target real threats

ForAllSecure reveals new AI-powered tool, Mayhem, a dynamic software bill of materials tool that proactively battles exploitable application vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
ExtraHop launches suite of AI tools on RevealX platform
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ExtraHop launches suite of AI tools on RevealX platform

ExtraHop has introduced a suite of AI tools to bolster its RevealX platform, aiming to speed up threat detection, automate security operations centre workflows and reduce analyst fatigue.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Rise in cyber risks targeting third-party vulnerabilities
Ransomware

Rise in cyber risks targeting third-party vulnerabilities

New report reveals a worrying concentration of cyber risks in just 15 vendors, underlining the global economy's vulnerability to third-party cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 7th May 2024

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Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist
Supply Chain

Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist

Cyber resilience demands leaders adept at risk management, says a new CIO report, which includes practical tools like a risk management menu and resilience checklist.

By Siroui Mushegian • 4 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
MediSecure breach highlights need for third-party security
Software-as-a-Service

MediSecure breach highlights need for third-party security

A data breach linked to MediSecure highlights the critical need for improved third-party risk management, affecting over a million Australians' data.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
NormCyber earns Microsoft specialisation for threat protection
Cloud Security

NormCyber earns Microsoft specialisation for threat protection

NormCyber earns prestigious Microsoft Threat Protection specialisation, demonstrating its expertise in deploying advanced cyber security solutions and solidifying its status as a top-tier Microsoft Security Solutions Partner.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024