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Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot

Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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Microsoft unveils Security Copilot, an AI-powered cybersecurity tool that helps detect and respond to threats more effectively.
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ExtraHop and CrowdStrike integration drives greater visibility

Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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ExtraHop announces integration to ingest network data from Reveal(x) 360 in CrowdStrike Falcon LogScale for optimised threat hunting and incident response.
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Microsoft Exchange and Log4j continue to be top points of compromise

Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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Arctic Wolf, a global specialist in security operations, has published its annual Arctic Wolf Labs Threat Report, revealing a year of turbulence.
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BlueVoyant extends Splunk functionality for better MDR

Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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BlueVoyant has announced enhanced Splunk capabilities, with end-to-end consulting, implementation, and Managed Detection & Response (MDR) services.
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Palo Alto Networks - ransomware is becoming more aggressive

Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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The 2023 report shares insights compiled based on findings from Unit 42's incident response work from approximately 1,000 cases throughout the past 18 months.
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More Aussie employees receiving security training - KnowBe4

Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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New research from KnowBe4 has found more Australian employees are being given security training as the country responds to high-profile data breaches.
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Rapid7 appoints Jaya Baloo as Chief Security Officer

Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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Jaya Baloo was appointed as the Chief Security Officer of Rapid7, bringing over 20 years of experience in Information Security to the role.
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Ransomware down 57% but other threats looming, warns report

Fri, 17th Mar 2023
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The Secureworks Counter Threat Unit (CTU) has found that most real-world security incidents start with much smaller organisational issues.
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BlueVoyant shines light on latest cyber criminal techniques

Thu, 16th Mar 2023
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BlueVoyant's new report highlights the evolving cyber threats facing organisations and offers recommended actions to prevent them.
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Ontinue hires cybersecurity experts for leadership roles

Thu, 16th Mar 2023
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Managed detection and response division Ontinue has appointed Craig Jones and Gareth Lindahl-Wise as VP of Security Operations and CISO, respectively.
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From Basic to Modern Authentication: Implications for security and migrations

Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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Basic Authentication has been around for more than 25 years. Given the current state of cybersecurity threats, its continued use is almost unconscionable.
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Check Point reveals top threats and targeted industries for February 2023

Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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Check Point Software Technologies has released its Global Threat Index for February 2023, highlighting the return of the Remcos Trojan to the top ten list.
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NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services

Mon, 13th Mar 2023
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NCC Group appoints Doug Klotnia as Global Capability Leader for Managed Services, aiming to deliver threat intelligence-led real-time defenses.
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Iranian state-sponsored threat group impersonates US Think Tank

Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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The targets in this instance were all women who are actively involved in political affairs and human rights in the Middle East region.
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Cyber threat detections hit record breaking 146 billion in 2022

Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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Global threat detections saw a massive 55% increase in 2022, with organisations and consumers targeted, according to Trend Micro.
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WatchGuard launches ThreatSync to simplify and empower cybersecurity

Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
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ThreatSync is a comprehensive XDR solution included as part of WatchGuard's Unified Security Platform architecture.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Elastic

Mon, 27th Feb 2023
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TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams features insights from Elastic's Vice President, Mike Nichols, on cybersecurity challenges and working with global brands.
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FortiGuard Labs reports an increase of 50% in wiper malware

Fri, 24th Feb 2023
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Ransomware threats remain at peak levels with no evidence of slowing down globally with new variants enabled by Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS).
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Securing data from cyberattacks and data breaches

Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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The immediate costs are a trifle when compared to the incalculable, lasting brand, reputation, and business damage that a data security incident causes.
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Radware unveils lineup of high-capacity attack mitigation platforms

Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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The DefensePro X lineup offers five new hardware platforms and one virtual platform with a wide range of DDoS protections.