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Check Point earns CREST accreditation for penetration testing
Firewalls

Check Point earns CREST accreditation for penetration testing

Check Point Software Technologies has earned CREST accreditation for its penetration testing services, affirming its high standards in cybersecurity assurance.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2025
Growing gap revealed between AI innovation & enterprise security
DevOps

Growing gap revealed between AI innovation & enterprise security

A new report reveals a widening gap between AI innovation and enterprise security, with 36% of firms struggling to keep up with generative AI risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
HackerOne launches PartnerOne alliance for AI-driven security
Unified Communications

HackerOne launches PartnerOne alliance for AI-driven security

HackerOne launches PartnerOne alliance, enabling tighter AI-powered security integration with technology partners to enhance vulnerability response workflows.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts hit by major takeover campaign
Malware

Over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts hit by major takeover campaign

Over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts have been targeted in the UNK_SneakyStrike takeover campaign exploiting the TeamFiltration penetration testing tool.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Lumify Group wins top cyber security training award for 2025
Firewalls

Lumify Group wins top cyber security training award for 2025

Lumify Group was named Cyber Security Training Business of the Year at the 2025 Australian Cyber Awards, recognising its role in boosting Australia's cyber skills.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Reversec launches with offensive approach to cybersecurity
DevOps

Reversec launches with offensive approach to cybersecurity

Reversec has launched as an independent cybersecurity consultancy, focusing on offensive strategies to help organisations tackle evolving digital threats globally.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
BeyondTrust names Sean Malone as new Chief Information Security Officer
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

BeyondTrust names Sean Malone as new Chief Information Security Officer

BeyondTrust has named Sean Malone as Chief Information Security Officer, tasking him with leading the company's global cybersecurity strategy and operations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Bugcrowd unveils crowdsourced red team to boost security
DevOps

Bugcrowd unveils crowdsourced red team to boost security

Bugcrowd launches Red Team as a Service, offering organisations worldwide access to ethical hackers simulating real-world cyber attacks for enhanced security testing.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Bugcrowd unveils red team service for cyber defence
DevOps

Bugcrowd unveils red team service for cyber defence

Bugcrowd launches Red Team as a Service, offering scalable, intelligence-led cyber attack simulations via a global network of ethical hackers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Cobalt report reveals gaps in critical vulnerability fixes
DevOps

Cobalt report reveals gaps in critical vulnerability fixes

Cobalt's 2025 State of Pentesting Report reveals that 31% of serious security vulnerabilities remain unaddressed, despite 81% of leaders' confidence in their security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025
Safebreach launches platform for enterprise cyber risk view
Ransomware

Safebreach launches platform for enterprise cyber risk view

SafeBreach has launched a new exposure validation platform designed to enhance enterprise cybersecurity by providing a comprehensive view of cyber risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025

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Immersive unveils AI Lab Builder to boost cyber readiness skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Immersive unveils AI Lab Builder to boost cyber readiness skills

Immersive has launched AI-powered Lab Builder to help organisations tailor cybersecurity training with hands-on, scenario-based exercises and simulations.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Abacus Group expands global cybersecurity with Entara acquisition
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Abacus Group expands global cybersecurity with Entara acquisition

Abacus Group has acquired managed security firm Entara, boosting its global cybersecurity services with AI-driven incident response for financial clients.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
HackerOne appoints Nidhi Aggarwal to lead AI security vision
AI Security

HackerOne appoints Nidhi Aggarwal to lead AI security vision

HackerOne appoints Nidhi Aggarwal as Chief Product Officer to lead its AI-driven security platform and enhance vulnerability detection and remediation.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
CyberSentriq launches to target USD $100m ARR in MSP market
Data Protection

CyberSentriq launches to target USD $100m ARR in MSP market

CyberSentriq launches, aiming for USD $100m ARR by 2028, offering MSPs a unified AI-driven cybersecurity platform from TitanHQ and Redstor's merger.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Ransomware hits Kettering Health: Experts speak out
Offensive Security

Ransomware hits Kettering Health: Experts speak out

A ransomware attack on Ohio's Kettering Health has disrupted services, halting elective procedures and risking patient data amid ongoing cybersecurity concerns.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Reversec joins UK council to boost cyber standards & diversity
Cybersecurity

Reversec joins UK council to boost cyber standards & diversity

Reversec has joined the UK Cyber Security Council as a Spotlight Member, aiming to boost national cyber standards and diversity within the sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025