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Australians embrace data backup but knowledge gaps remain
Storage

Australians embrace data backup but knowledge gaps remain

A recent survey reveals that 26% of Australians do not back up their data, despite a growing awareness of the importance of personal data protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Australian firms overestimate cyber defences, survey reveals
Digital Transformation

Australian firms overestimate cyber defences, survey reveals

A new survey reveals a stark contrast in cybersecurity perceptions among Australian businesses, with security leaders overly confident while employees feel unprepared.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025

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Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops
Ransomware

Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops

A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Cloud security in 2025: Why proactive defense is critical for zero-day exploits and legacy system risks
Ransomware

Cloud security in 2025: Why proactive defense is critical for zero-day exploits and legacy system risks

As cybercrime threats spiral, with costs projected to reach USD $15.63 trillion by 2029, World Cloud Security Day highlights urgent cloud security measures.

By Oscar Morales • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
World Cloud Security Day: Genetec outlines best practices for cyber resilience
Disaster Recovery

World Cloud Security Day: Genetec outlines best practices for cyber resilience

Genetec has issued best practices to boost cyber resilience for organisations using cloud systems, amidst rising cyber threats ahead of World Cloud Security Day.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Morphing Meerkat leads sophisticated phishing operation
Firewalls

Morphing Meerkat leads sophisticated phishing operation

A new cyber threat, led by the actor known as Morphing Meerkat, is exploiting DNS records to launch sophisticated phishing attacks on over 100 brands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Boost your cybersecurity with a purpose-built backup appliance
Firewalls

Boost your cybersecurity with a purpose-built backup appliance

Following a severe ransomware attack, Casio highlights the urgent need for robust data security solutions, prompting the launch of Synology's ActiveProtect backup appliance.

By Synology • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
SonicWall launches SonicSentry MXDR for managed service providers
Firewalls

SonicWall launches SonicSentry MXDR for managed service providers

SonicWall has unveiled SonicSentry MXDR, a managed detection and response service designed to bolster cybersecurity for managed service providers and their clients.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat
Software-as-a-Service

SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat

SquareX warns of an emerging threat from browser-native ransomware, posing severe risks to internet users as cybercriminals adapt to new vulnerabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents
Data Protection

World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents

On World Backup Day, Apricorn warns of rising ransomware threats as incidents surged 11% in 2024, stressing the dire need for secure data backups.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Securing the cloud: Why cyber vigilance must keep pace with innovation
Data Protection

Securing the cloud: Why cyber vigilance must keep pace with innovation

As World Cloud Security Day arrives, businesses face an urgent battle against rising cyber threats, with cloud misconfigurations and AI-driven risks challenging security measures.

By Robin Long • 1 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Western Digital survey reveals global data backup trends
Storage

Western Digital survey reveals global data backup trends

A recent global survey by Western Digital reveals that 79% of consumers back up their data, driven by fears of loss and data security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
World Backup Day highlights need for strong data resilience
Storage

World Backup Day highlights need for strong data resilience

As World Backup Day nears on 31 March, experts stress the urgency for businesses to modernise data resilience amid rising AI reliance and cybersecurity threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Lasso launches automated Red Teaming for GenAI security
Data Protection

Lasso launches automated Red Teaming for GenAI security

Lasso has unveiled an automated Red Teaming solution aimed at fortifying the security of Generative AI apps by simulating real-world cyber-attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Healthcare report exposes IoMT device vulnerabilities risks
Ransomware

Healthcare report exposes IoMT device vulnerabilities risks

A recent Claroty report reveals that 89% of healthcare organisations have vulnerable Internet of Medical Things devices, exposing them to ransomware threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Kaspersky awarded top 'Strategic Leader' in EPR tests
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky awarded top 'Strategic Leader' in EPR tests

Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Expert has been honoured as a 'Strategic Leader' for the third consecutive year in the 2024 AV-Comparatives test.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
CrowdStrike launches services partner programme for SIEM
Security Information and Event Management

CrowdStrike launches services partner programme for SIEM

CrowdStrike has launched its Services Partner Program to enhance the integration of its Falcon Next-Gen SIEM platform, joining forces with major firms like Deloitte and EY.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025

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