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Kaspersky uncovers new malicious malware NullMixer
Malware

Kaspersky uncovers new malicious malware NullMixer

Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a new malware stealing users credentials, address, credit card data, cryptocurrencies, and accounts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2022
Cybersecurity loopholes prevalent in South East Asia
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cybersecurity loopholes prevalent in South East Asia

In terms of the share of vulnerabilities with publicly available exploits, three countries out of top five are located in Southeast Asia.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Sep 2022
Trellix advances threat intelligence with new research centre
EduTech

Trellix advances threat intelligence with new research centre

Trellix has announced the establishment of the Trellix Advanced Research Center to advance global threat intelligence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Sep 2022
Barracuda tackles intensified threat landscape with latest releases
Firewalls

Barracuda tackles intensified threat landscape with latest releases

Barracuda announces integration between CloudGen Firewall and XDR, mapping detection rules to MITRE ATT&CK, and adding SOAR capabilities to its SOC.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia as CEO of Mandiant
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia as CEO of Mandiant

Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia, CEO of Mandiant and cybersecurity expert, to its board and forms a Security Advisory Council to advise on emerging threats.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022
The security awareness training topics to reduce risk and promote a security-compliant culture
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

The security awareness training topics to reduce risk and promote a security-compliant culture

Businesses must provide ongoing security awareness training to educate employees on identifying and combatting cyber threats.

By Jon McGettigan • 5 min read • Thu, 15th Sep 2022
Hands-on intrusion attempts up 50% year-over-year - report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Hands-on intrusion attempts up 50% year-over-year - report

A new report has identified more than 77,000 potential intrusions, or approximately one potential intrusion every seven minutes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Sep 2022
Top security threats for August 2022 revealed in new report
Malware

Top security threats for August 2022 revealed in new report

The top security threats for the month of August 2022 have been revealed in a new report from Securonix Threat Labs.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Sep 2022
New Onapsis solution empowers greater threat intelligence
Application Security

New Onapsis solution empowers greater threat intelligence

This advanced solution connects the Onapsis Threat Intelligence Cloud and deep research conducted by the ORL into a detailed threat intelligence repository.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Sep 2022
Exclusive: Trustwave strengthens cybersecurity as threats ramp up
Data Protection

Exclusive: Trustwave strengthens cybersecurity as threats ramp up

As a recognised global cyber defender that stops cyber threats all day, every day, Trustwave enables its clients to conduct their business securely.

By Zach Thompson • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd Sep 2022
How to protect against the growing fileless malware threat
Malware

How to protect against the growing fileless malware threat

In 2017 the Ponemon Institute reported that fileless attacks are ten times more successful than file-based attacks.

By Carolina Valencia • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2022
Exclusive: Bitdefender on ensuring cyber safety in today's threat landscape
Malware

Exclusive: Bitdefender on ensuring cyber safety in today's threat landscape

Bitdefender, the Romanian cybersecurity provider, aims to be a trusted expert as cybercrime grows and offers tailored security solutions.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Aug 2022
Kaspersky integrates Threat Data Feeds with Microsoft Sentinel
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky integrates Threat Data Feeds with Microsoft Sentinel

Kaspersky Threat Data Feeds integrate with Microsoft Sentinel, providing actionable context for attack investigation and response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Aug 2022
Exclusive: CyberRes supports organisations at every level
Software-as-a-Service

Exclusive: CyberRes supports organisations at every level

CyberRes, a Micro Focus business, brings world-class security expertise to help customers navigate the evolving threat landscape.

By Zach Thompson • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Aug 2022
Cyberwar a growing concern for organisations - Venafi
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyberwar a growing concern for organisations - Venafi

Venafi's research reveals growing use of machine identities in state-sponsored cyber attacks amid increasing geopolitical tensions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Aug 2022
How to enhance digital threat monitoring with machine learning
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

How to enhance digital threat monitoring with machine learning

Traditional cyber security defences are not enough to protect organisations from digital threats, but a new digital threat monitoring solution can help.

By Philip Tully • 5 min read • Thu, 25th Aug 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

Cloud security greatest concern for Australian IT leaders
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cloud security greatest concern for Australian IT leaders

Despite increased investment and C-suite attention, most organisations are less than fully prepared to address major threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Sep 2022
The old ways aren't working – Let's rethink our cybersecurity
Phishing

The old ways aren't working – Let's rethink our cybersecurity

Phishing attacks are on the rise in Australia, with one successful attempt every eight minutes. It's time to rethink legacy authentication methods.

By Andrew Shikiar • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Sep 2022