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AvePoint adds AI governance tools for channel partners
Data Protection

AvePoint adds AI governance tools for channel partners

The update gives managed service providers more control over Microsoft 365 and AI risks as demand rises for standardised governance services.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Claroty finds flaws in EnOcean SmartServer IoT platform
Manufacturing

Claroty finds flaws in EnOcean SmartServer IoT platform

Flaws in widely used building controls could let remote attackers seize heating, lighting and access systems or expose sensitive data.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Qualys warns cloud risk now stems from identity design
Privileged Access Management

Qualys warns cloud risk now stems from identity design

Poor identity controls and slow remediation are leaving cloud users exposed as attacks now exploit trust relationships rather than one flaw.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Cequence launches agent controls for enterprise AI
Data Protection

Cequence launches agent controls for enterprise AI

The release aims to curb a growing security risk as enterprises let autonomous agents into internal apps with broad human-style access.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
Jazz urges stronger IP safeguards amid AI data leaks
Gaming

Jazz urges stronger IP safeguards amid AI data leaks

Recent AI-driven leaks are forcing firms to rethink IP protection as sensitive code and creative assets move across cloud tools and public repositories.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
Ping Identity warns of AI agent authorisation risks
Physical Security

Ping Identity warns of AI agent authorisation risks

Enterprises face growing breach and compliance risks as autonomous software bypasses static access controls and acts across systems without oversight.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
Oracle NetSuite launches AI coding skills for developers
Customer Relationship Management

Oracle NetSuite launches AI coding skills for developers

Developers should see fewer errors and faster builds as NetSuite opens its coding guidance to more than 25 AI platforms worldwide.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
EY names 1Kosmos chief executive officer finalist for award
Data Protection

EY names 1Kosmos chief executive officer finalist for award

The shortlist spot highlights 1Kosmos's push into AI-era identity checks as it scales passwordless authentication for regulated industries worldwide.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
PhantomRPC flaw lets attackers reach SYSTEM on Windows
Endpoint Detection and Response

PhantomRPC flaw lets attackers reach SYSTEM on Windows

No patch exists for a Windows RPC weakness that can let attackers turn a service foothold into SYSTEM-level control on a host.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
Malware

One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it

Ransomware and data theft can follow a single click, making verified access and threat containment critical for organisations.

By Jerome Lowe • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2026
Harvey & Ansarada link up on deal document workflow
Data Protection

Harvey & Ansarada link up on deal document workflow

Legal teams can now feed sensitive deal files from Ansarada into Harvey without losing permissions, audit trails or governance controls.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2026
Genetec names ANZ partner awards winners in Vietnam
Software-as-a-Service

Genetec names ANZ partner awards winners in Vietnam

Channel demand for hybrid and cloud security was in focus as Genetec honoured ANZ partners for work on airports, banks and public sector projects.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2026
Brivo opens London office to boost UK security push
Smart Cities

Brivo opens London office to boost UK security push

Demand for modern access control is rising as ageing security systems in Britain push Brivo to expand local support and AI-led services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2026
Global real estate company strengthens MFA security with Inde
Digital Transformation

Global real estate company strengthens MFA security with Inde

Employees across three countries now face stronger login checks after a two-month rollout replaced email and SMS codes with passkeys and biometrics.

By Lisa Pfahlert • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2026
HAT signs exclusive Tailscale distribution deal in Oceania
Firewalls

HAT signs exclusive Tailscale distribution deal in Oceania

Businesses across Oceania will gain a local route to Tailscale as HAT backs demand for simpler secure access across cloud and hybrid estates.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2026
AI flaws & supply-chain risks top new pentesting report
Data Protection

AI flaws & supply-chain risks top new pentesting report

Three-quarters of organisations now see third-party software as a top risk, as AI flaws and supply-chain gaps slow security fixes.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Sat, 25th Apr 2026

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Cyber Essentials updates tighten remote working rules
Data Protection

Cyber Essentials updates tighten remote working rules

Companies seeking Cyber Essentials certification must now use multi-factor authentication and managed devices, as remote working rules tighten.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
Cloudhouse launches Cyber Essentials readiness check
Hybrid Cloud

Cloudhouse launches Cyber Essentials readiness check

More organisations could fail Cyber Essentials as missed patches and patchy MFA now trigger automatic rejection under tougher UK rules.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2026