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World Backup Day highlights need for Active Directory focus

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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As World Backup Day approaches, Semperis underscores the urgent need for businesses to prioritise Active Directory backups to combat rising cyber threats.
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Cybersecurity in the era of AI and quantum

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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As AI and quantum technologies reshape cybersecurity, the US Navy grapples with unique challenges in enhancing its defences against evolving cyber threats.
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Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025

Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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As World Backup Day nears, experts stress that mere data backups are now inadequate amid rising cyber threats, urging a shift to robust resilience strategies.
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Mandiant uncovers UNC3886 cyber-attack on Juniper routers

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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Mandiant has uncovered a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign by the China-linked group UNC3886, targeting outdated Juniper Networks routers with advanced malware.
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Evolving DDoS tactics: Cyber experts analyse the X incident

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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Recent DDoS attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, with cybersecurity experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced defence strategies against evolving threats.
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CrowdStrike & Dicker Data partner to enhance ANZ security

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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CrowdStrike has teamed up with Dicker Data to distribute its Falcon cybersecurity platform in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing regional security solutions.
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Cyber firm Immersive appoints new Chief Executive Officer

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Bristol-based cybersecurity firm Immersive has appointed Mark Schmitz as its new CEO, aiming to bolster its position in the cyber resilience market.
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NormCyber triumphs at teiss Awards with top security title

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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NormCyber has been named Best Incident Response Solution at the 2025 teiss Awards, adding to its growing list of accolades in cyber security.
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Outpost24 enhances threat insight with dark web module

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Outpost24 has boosted its External Attack Surface Management platform with a new Dark Web module, offering enhanced visibility of cyber threats for security teams.
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Check Point & Cardano collaborate on blockchain security

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Cardano to enhance blockchain security, addressing rising cyber threats following significant industry hacks.
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KnowBe4's global report finds rising cyber threats aimed at retail sector

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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The company's latest report reveals a drastic shift in cybercrime, with phishing attacks now accounting for 38% of retail data breaches in 2023.
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KnowBe4 named Cybersecurity Company of the Year 2025

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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KnowBe4 has been named Cybersecurity Company of the Year at the 2025 teissAwards, highlighting its dedication to tackling human risk in cybersecurity.
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Bitdefender joins AWS programme to boost global presence

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Bitdefender has joined the AWS Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, enhancing its cybersecurity software solutions for AWS customers worldwide.
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Commvault appoints Ha Hoang as Chief Information Officer

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Commvault has appointed Ha Hoang as the new Chief Information Officer, bringing over 25 years of experience in enterprise technology transformations.
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Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent Kaspersky report reveals a concerning 74% rise in advanced persistent threats within companies, affecting over 25% of organisations this year.
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Trojan banker attacks on Android rise 196% in 2024

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals a staggering 196% spike in smartphone malware attacks in 2024, with Trojan banker incidents tripling compared to last year.
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Yubico & Microsoft partner on phishing-resistant MFA

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Yubico is set to enhance cyber resilience for businesses by supporting Microsoft's MFA requirements, paving the way for a passwordless future amid rising cyber threats.
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Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.
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Certes celebrates women in cyber for International Women's Day

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Ahead of International Women's Day, Certes highlights women's vital contributions to cybersecurity, sponsoring the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Award 2025.
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Experts discuss Netflix miniseries Zero Day cyber themes

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Netflix's new miniseries Zero Day, starring Robert De Niro as a former president, ignites debate among experts over its portrayal of cyber warfare.