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BlueVoyant extends Splunk functionality for better MDR
Security Information and Event Management

BlueVoyant extends Splunk functionality for better MDR

BlueVoyant has announced enhanced Splunk capabilities, with end-to-end consulting, implementation, and Managed Detection & Response (MDR) services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2023
Palo Alto Networks - ransomware is becoming more aggressive
EduTech

Palo Alto Networks - ransomware is becoming more aggressive

The 2023 report shares insights compiled based on findings from Unit 42's incident response work from approximately 1,000 cases throughout the past 18 months.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
Rapid7 appoints Jaya Baloo as Chief Security Officer
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Rapid7 appoints Jaya Baloo as Chief Security Officer

Jaya Baloo was appointed as the Chief Security Officer of Rapid7, bringing over 20 years of experience in Information Security to the role.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2023
Ransomware down 57% but other threats looming, warns report
Ransomware

Ransomware down 57% but other threats looming, warns report

The Secureworks Counter Threat Unit (CTU) has found that most real-world security incidents start with much smaller organisational issues.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Mar 2023
BlueVoyant shines light on latest cyber criminal techniques
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

BlueVoyant shines light on latest cyber criminal techniques

BlueVoyant's new report highlights the evolving cyber threats facing organisations and offers recommended actions to prevent them.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2023
Ontinue hires cybersecurity experts for leadership roles
Unified Communications

Ontinue hires cybersecurity experts for leadership roles

Managed detection and response division Ontinue has appointed Craig Jones and Gareth Lindahl-Wise as VP of Security Operations and CISO, respectively.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2023
From Basic to Modern Authentication: Implications for security and migrations
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

From Basic to Modern Authentication: Implications for security and migrations

Basic Authentication has been around for more than 25 years. Given the current state of cybersecurity threats, its continued use is almost unconscionable.

By Stacey Farrar • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
Check Point reveals top threats and targeted industries for February 2023
Malware

Check Point reveals top threats and targeted industries for February 2023

Check Point Software Technologies has released its Global Threat Index for February 2023, highlighting the return of the Remcos Trojan to the top ten list.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services

NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services, aiming to deliver threat intelligence-led real-time defenses.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2023
Iranian state-sponsored threat group impersonates US Think Tank
Phishing

Iranian state-sponsored threat group impersonates US Think Tank

The targets in this instance were all women who are actively involved in political affairs and human rights in the Middle East region.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Mar 2023
Cyber threat detections hit record breaking 146 billion in 2022
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threat detections hit record breaking 146 billion in 2022

Global threat detections saw a massive 55% increase in 2022, with organisations and consumers targeted, according to Trend Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Mar 2023
WatchGuard launches ThreatSync to simplify and empower cybersecurity
Firewalls

WatchGuard launches ThreatSync to simplify and empower cybersecurity

ThreatSync is a comprehensive XDR solution included as part of WatchGuard's Unified Security Platform architecture.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
FortiGuard Labs reports an increase of 50% in wiper malware
Malware

FortiGuard Labs reports an increase of 50% in wiper malware

Ransomware threats remain at peak levels with no evidence of slowing down globally with new variants enabled by Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS).

By Gaurav Sharma • 8 min read • Fri, 24th Feb 2023

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Cyber Threat stories

Safeguarding your Active Directory: 5 best practices to bolster your cyber resilience
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Safeguarding your Active Directory: 5 best practices to bolster your cyber resilience

Active Directory attacks have been on the rise over the past few years, prompting more organisations to rethink their cybersecurity strategies.

By Bryan Patton • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2023
The CISO's guide to cybersecurity investment in 2023
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

The CISO's guide to cybersecurity investment in 2023

In a challenging economic climate, there are no guarantees when it comes to cybersecurity budgets, and CISOs must prepare to adjust investments accordingly.

By Mandy Andress • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Mar 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The latest update from Sonicwall
Firewalls

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The latest update from Sonicwall

Josh Joseph, who is a Senior Software Engineer for Sonicwall, joins us to talk about Sonicwall and Data Security in a Hybrid Workforce Environment.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
How AI-driven threat detection and response can revolutionise security operations centres
Gaming

How AI-driven threat detection and response can revolutionise security operations centres

Security vendors must be held accountable for reducing detection and response time so they're able to stop attacks before they escalate into major incidents.

By Mark Wojtasiak • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Elastic
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Elastic

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams features insights from Elastic's Vice President, Mike Nichols, on cybersecurity challenges and working with global brands.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2023