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Exclusive: Mandatory ransomware reporting key to Australia's cyber resilience

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Australia is set to enhance its cybersecurity by introducing mandatory reporting laws for ransomware payments, aiming to strengthen national resilience against cyber extortion.
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Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
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GitGuardian unveils strategy to protect non-human identities

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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GitGuardian has launched a Non-Human Identity Security strategy to enhance the management of NHIs and their secrets, addressing enterprise security challenges.
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2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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Rapid7's analysis of the 2024 cyber threat landscape reveals alarming trends in ransomware and vulnerability exploits impacting organisations worldwide.
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SentinelOne earns Gartner Customers' Choice recognition

Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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SentinelOne has been named a Customers' Choice in the latest Gartner report, with 95% of over 210 users recommending its Managed Detection and Response services.
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The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Cybersecurity has become critical for manufacturing, with ransomware attacks representing 71% of incidents. Proactive strategies are essential to mitigate risks.
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TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, prioritising GenAI, cloud security, and supply chain resilience to combat cyber threats.
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Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.
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Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Check Point Software's Infinity XDR/XPR solution achieved a remarkable 100% detection rate in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations, showcasing its effectiveness.
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TCS unveils 2025 cybersecurity focus areas & strategies

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, urging organisations to prioritise seven critical areas to combat evolving cyber threats.
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Obsidian Security achieves Snowflake technology validation

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Obsidian Security has completed the Snowflake Ready Technology Validation, enhancing data protection for joint customers in the data cloud ecosystem.
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Sumo Logic launches AI tools for dynamic observability

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Sumo Logic has launched new AI tools for dynamic observability, including an AI Copilot for DevSecOps designed to streamline incident response and operational efficiency.
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AttackIQ releases Flex 3.0 with Splunk integration

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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AttackIQ has launched Flex 3.0, an agentless security control validation tool integrated with Splunk, enhancing organisations' threat detection capabilities.
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AWS unveils new service for managing security incidents

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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AWS has launched its Security Incident Response service to help organisations swiftly manage security events like data breaches and ransomware attacks.
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Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Recent research highlights a disconnect in the Asia Pacific, as over one-third of organisations reported significant security incidents due to resource constraints.
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Rapid7 expands MXDR service to better support AWS users

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Rapid7 expands its Managed Extended Detection and Response service to enhance support for Amazon Web Services, boosting cloud security for millions of users.
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Intelliworx reveals 2025 IT predictions for Aussie MSPs

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
Intelliworx has outlined its 2025 IT predictions, highlighting the crucial role of managed service providers in advancing cybersecurity and digital transformation in Australia.
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Tamnoon partners with Wiz to boost cloud threat detection

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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Tamnoon has partnered with Wiz to launch the Wiz Defend solution, enhancing cloud threat detection and empowering security teams with advanced insights.
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The cybersecurity landscape in 2025: Key trends and strategic shifts

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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As 2025 unfolds, the cybersecurity landscape is set to evolve with key trends prioritising cost-effective solutions and stronger data privacy measures.