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Rotation of pentest providers

Regular rotation of pen test providers: advantages, disadvantages, alternatives

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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As cyber threats grow, firms must weigh the benefits and drawbacks of regularly rotating penetration test providers to enhance their defence strategies.
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How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.
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Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.
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You need to see your attack surface if you want to manage it

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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As the complexities of corporate IT environments expand, cybersecurity experts warn that organisations must effectively identify their attack surface to enhance protection.
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Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, expanding its penetration testing services to the US, Australia, and Singapore following a key acquisition.
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Liverton Security launches cyber consulting division in NZ

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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Liverton Security has launched a new cyber security consulting division in Wellington, led by Murray Wills, enhancing its service offerings for clients.
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Bugcrowd appoints Trey Ford & reveals new services

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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Bugcrowd has appointed Trey Ford as Chief Information Security Officer for the Americas, aiming to enhance cybersecurity operations amid rapid growth.
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ReliaQuest report reveals new cloud phishing tactics

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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ReliaQuest's latest report uncovers cyber attackers' exploitation of cloud environments, revealing alarming phishing tactics and vulnerabilities in APIs.
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Optic Security partners with CRG to boost security services

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Optic Security has joined forces with Cyber Resilience Group to enhance security services, merging digital and physical security for the Australasian market.
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HackerOne launches PartnerOne to expand global cybersecurity access

Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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HackerOne has unveiled PartnerOne, a new channel partner programme designed to broaden access to its innovative cybersecurity solutions globally.
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Bugcrowd launches CASPT solution to enhance security insights

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Bugcrowd's new CASPT solution aims to enhance security insights and provide continuous compliance, reducing organisations' exposure to external threats.
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Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.
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Fastly partners with Nueva to enhance cybersecurity in Australia

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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Fastly appoints Nueva as its first managed security partner in Australia, aiming to enhance web protection for public and private sectors with high-performance solutions.
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Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
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Unlocking the ingenuity of the crowd: Winning the war on cybercrime

Sat, 27th Jul 2024
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Enterprises are prioritising security over digital transformation as cybercrime's global cost approaches USD $9.5 trillion. Is crowdsourced security the answer?.
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BlueVoyant unveils new Cyber Defense Platform for enhanced security

Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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BlueVoyant has launched its Cyber Defense Platform, a cloud-native system designed to enhance security operations and tackle rising cyber threats effectively.
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Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape

Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.
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Reactions to Ticketmaster data breach exposing 500 million users' data

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Ticketmaster confirms a massive data breach affecting over 500 million customers, with personal information reportedly sold on the dark web. Experts call for urgent cybersecurity measures.
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HackerOne launches PartnerOne for expanded cybersecurity access

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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HackerOne unveils PartnerOne, a new partner program, to simplify access to its human-powered security solutions, enhancing collaboration and revenue opportunities.
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The problem with biometrics and the key things to consider

Tue, 21st May 2024
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Biometrics promise secure authentication, but they aren't foolproof. Issues with accuracy, hacking, theft, privacy, and bias complicate their efficacy.