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Semperis adds detection for dMSA attacks in Windows Server

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Semperis enhances its Directory Services Protector to detect BadSuccessor attacks exploiting dMSAs in Windows Server 2025, before any official patch is available.
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AI accelerates ransomware threat as attacks surge globally

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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Ransomware attacks surged globally last year, with 69% of organisations breached and AI increasingly used to automate and intensify cyber threats.
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AI agents spark new enterprise security fears, report shows

Thu, 29th May 2025
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A SailPoint report reveals 82% of organisations use AI agents, yet only 44% have policies to secure them, sparking new enterprise security fears.
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ExtensionPedia launches with risk scores for 200K browser add-ons

Thu, 29th May 2025
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LayerX Security launches ExtensionPedia, offering detailed risk scores for 200,000+ browser add-ons across Chrome, Edge, and Firefox to enhance user security.
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AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector

Thu, 29th May 2025
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AARNet and CrowdStrike expand their partnership to deliver 24/7 managed detection and response services, enhancing cybersecurity across Australia's research and education sectors.
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Cisco Duo launches identity service to tackle AI cyber threats

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Cisco Duo unveils Duo IAM, a new identity service enhancing AI-driven security with passwordless login and advanced threat protection for safer access.
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Survey finds AI agents pose rising security risks for firms

Thu, 29th May 2025
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A survey reveals 82% of organisations use AI agents, yet only 44% secure them, amid rising concerns over their growing security risks.
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AI-powered ransomware surge despite fewer ransoms paid

Thu, 29th May 2025
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A Delinea report reveals 69% of organisations faced AI-driven ransomware attacks in the past year, despite fewer victims paying ransoms.
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BeyondTrust recognised as leader in secrets management

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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BeyondTrust named Overall Leader in the 2025 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Enterprise Secrets Management, praised for secure, scalable secrets solutions.
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Saviynt Unveils SaviTalk Podcast on Identity Security

Wed, 21st May 2025
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Saviynt has launched SaviTalk, a podcast on identity governance and cybersecurity, debuting June 5 with insights from industry leaders and experts.
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Okta names Mike Reddie to lead Australia & New Zealand region

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Okta has named Mike Reddie as VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand to lead growth and enhance cybersecurity amid rising AI threats.
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Delinea names Alex Thurber to lead global channel expansion

Wed, 14th May 2025
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Delinea has appointed Alex Thurber as SVP of Global Channels to enhance its partner ecosystem as AI reshapes identity security worldwide.
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Delinea enhances cloud identity platform to secure AI at scale

Tue, 13th May 2025
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Delinea upgrades its cloud identity platform with AI-focused features to secure and manage machine identities, addressing a 46:1 machine-to-human ratio in enterprises.
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CyberArk named leader in secrets management by KuppingerCole

Tue, 13th May 2025
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CyberArk named Overall Leader in KuppingerCole's 2025 Enterprise Secrets Management report for its AI-powered identity security platform.
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Netpoleon to distribute SailPoint identity security in ANZ

Mon, 12th May 2025
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Netpoleon has been named the official value-added distributor for SailPoint's identity security solutions across Australia and New Zealand, enhancing local cybersecurity efforts.
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CyberArk appoints Jeremy Sim to lead channel growth in APJ

Thu, 8th May 2025
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CyberArk appoints Jeremy Sim as Area VP Channels for Asia Pacific and Japan, aiming to boost partner engagement and strengthen identity security solutions.
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New platform aims to fix gaps in corporate cyber response plans

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Semperis launches Ready1, a platform improving cyber crisis response, addressing major communication and coordination gaps revealed in new global report.
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AI-driven upgrades automate privileged access in PAM360

Wed, 7th May 2025
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ManageEngine enhances PAM360 with AI-driven access governance and automation, aiming to reduce privilege risks and improve security in hybrid IT environments.
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ManageEngine upgrades PAM360 with AI-driven cloud access controls

Wed, 7th May 2025
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ManageEngine upgrades PAM360 with AI-driven cloud access controls and automation, enhancing security and reducing risks in hybrid, multi-cloud environments.
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Saviynt, Chillisoft partner to boost NZ identity security

Tue, 6th May 2025
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Saviynt partners with New Zealand's Chillisoft to boost identity security amid a 58% rise in cyber incidents, focusing on enterprise and government sectors.