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Cybercriminals shift from ransomware to data theft
Software-as-a-Service

Cybercriminals shift from ransomware to data theft

Organisations face a growing risk of silent data theft as criminals exploit cloud identities and credentials for extortion instead of encryption.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Today
Westcon-Comstor adds 1Password to AWS Marketplace
Software-as-a-Service

Westcon-Comstor adds 1Password to AWS Marketplace

The deal gives EMEA partners a simpler way to buy identity security software through AWS Marketplace as cloud procurement grows faster.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Exclusive Networks named Fortinet global distributor
Digital Transformation

Exclusive Networks named Fortinet global distributor

The deal should simplify multinational cybersecurity procurement for partners by replacing separate local arrangements with a single distribution relationship.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
SonicWall joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing to find flaws
Data Protection

SonicWall joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing to find flaws

Defensive teams are racing to match attackers using AI to find flaws and weaponise exploits within hours of disclosure.

By Jordan Riddles • 3 min read • Today
Google Cloud adds group IAM auth to AlloyDB preview
Privileged Access Management

Google Cloud adds group IAM auth to AlloyDB preview

Large enterprises can now manage AlloyDB permissions through Google Groups, reducing shared credentials and tightening audit trails in preview.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Today
KnowBe4 launches vishing simulations for staff training
Artificial Intelligence

KnowBe4 launches vishing simulations for staff training

Employees now face more realistic phone-based fraud tests as security teams can simulate vishing using local caller IDs and AI voices.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Today
Gallagher forum brings WA security professionals together
Security Operations Centres

Gallagher forum brings WA security professionals together

More than 70 security professionals met in Perth to discuss industry challenges, technology developments and integrated security solutions.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Today
Contrast launches CVE Shield to block exploit attacks
Application Security

Contrast launches CVE Shield to block exploit attacks

The tool aims to give security teams breathing room as AI systems can now churn out working exploits faster than patch cycles can react.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Microsoft fixes Cosmos DB flaw after data access risk
Data Protection

Microsoft fixes Cosmos DB flaw after data access risk

Thousands of cloud customers faced a potential cross-tenant database breach, though Microsoft says the Cosmos DB flaw is now fixed with no sign of abuse.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 6 min read • Today
BreachLock report flags AI, cloud & web logic risks
Cloud Security

BreachLock report flags AI, cloud & web logic risks

Cloud audits produced the highest critical finding rate, while every AI system tested showed vulnerabilities and web logic flaws rose sharply.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Today
System administrators face growing security burden
Digital Transformation

System administrators face growing security burden

Cloud, AI and hybrid work are pushing system administrators into frontline risk management as phishing threats become harder to spot.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Today
Primion partners Iveda to expand AI video analytics
Software-as-a-Service

Primion partners Iveda to expand AI video analytics

European security customers will be able to add AI video analysis to existing cameras, cutting disruption and helping link access logs with footage.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Yesterday

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Enterprise security stories

WorkNest Secure adds continuous vulnerability scanning
Digital Transformation

WorkNest Secure adds continuous vulnerability scanning

Customers can now track security weaknesses in real time, as GuardNest moves beyond annual checks to constant scanning and remediation.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Today
Australia breach costs hit AUD $4.22 million, IBM says
Data Protection

Australia breach costs hit AUD $4.22 million, IBM says

Malicious attacks are growing costlier as AI-generated elements feature in nearly a third of incidents, IBM's study found.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Today
Saviynt tops USD $300 million ARR & launches Zuma AI
Software-as-a-Service

Saviynt tops USD $300 million ARR & launches Zuma AI

The rise of AI agents is forcing security teams to rethink access controls, as the identity vendor passes USD $300 million in ARR.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Synology launches DVA7400 on-premises surveillance appliance
Data Protection

Synology launches DVA7400 on-premises surveillance appliance

Organisations can analyse up to 100 camera feeds on site as privacy rules and bandwidth limits push surveillance processing away from the cloud.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Today
The post-quantum mandate isn't about algorithms, it's about operational trust
Data Protection

The post-quantum mandate isn't about algorithms, it's about operational trust

June 2026 U.S. executive orders have turned post-quantum readiness into an operational race, forcing firms to map and manage trust fast.

By David Sequino • 5 min read • Today
Check Point revenue rises as subscriptions drive growth
Software-as-a-Service

Check Point revenue rises as subscriptions drive growth

Subscriptions and contracted revenue helped offset weak top-line growth, as Check Point's cash pile swelled after a convertible notes issue.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Today