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Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security
Software-as-a-Service

Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security

Semperis has launched Lightning Intelligence, a new security tool to assess posture across multi-forest Active Directory and Entra ID, aiding in identity attack prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Commvault unveils AD forest recovery for cyber resilience
Data Protection

Commvault unveils AD forest recovery for cyber resilience

Commvault has unveiled a new automated Active Directory forest recovery feature, enhancing cyber resilience against rising ransomware threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
Firewalls

Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report

A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Exclusive: How Semperis is tackling identity-based cyber threats in APJ region
Ransomware

Exclusive: How Semperis is tackling identity-based cyber threats in APJ region

As identity-based cyber threats surge, Semperis aims to bolster security in the APJ region, focusing on protecting vital systems like Active Directory.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025
Ransomware

Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025

Cybersecurity experts predict significant shifts by 2025, with Active Directory becoming a prime target and critical infrastructure facing escalating threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Ransomware risk rises during holidays, warns Semperis
Data Protection

Ransomware risk rises during holidays, warns Semperis

Semperis' 2024 report reveals a staggering 69% of firms in Australia and New Zealand suffer ransomware attacks during holidays, despite reduced security staffing.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Semperis unveils Lightning Intelligence for identity security
Software-as-a-Service

Semperis unveils Lightning Intelligence for identity security

Semperis has unveiled Lightning Intelligence, a new SaaS solution to enhance identity security for hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID systems.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Nerdio expands platform to manage full Microsoft 365 suite
Unified Communications

Nerdio expands platform to manage full Microsoft 365 suite

Nerdio expands its Manager for MSPs platform to manage Microsoft 365, offering flexible pricing and enhanced security features through a CIS partnership.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
CrowdStrike to acquire Adaptive Shield for cloud security
Cloud Security

CrowdStrike to acquire Adaptive Shield for cloud security

CrowdStrike plans to acquire Adaptive Shield, enhancing its capabilities in identity-based protection across the cloud amidst rising cybersecurity threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Expert insights on NSA's new guidelines for Active Directory security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Expert insights on NSA's new guidelines for Active Directory security

The NSA, alongside international partners, has unveiled vital new guidelines to bolster security for Active Directory systems amid rising cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Five Eyes Alliance issues guidance on securing Active Directory
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Five Eyes Alliance issues guidance on securing Active Directory

Cybersecurity experts are urging organisations to enhance Active Directory security following a critical report from the Five Eyes Alliance amid rising threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities
Digital Transformation

American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities

American Water has reported a cybersecurity breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities threatening critical infrastructure such as water treatment facilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Salt Typhoon hacks highlight vulnerabilities to Chinese attacks
Firewalls

Salt Typhoon hacks highlight vulnerabilities to Chinese attacks

Recent Salt Typhoon cyberattacks linked to China have infiltrated US critical infrastructure, highlighting severe vulnerabilities in the public and private sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Halliburton cyberattack highlights critical infrastructure vulnerability
Disaster Recovery

Halliburton cyberattack highlights critical infrastructure vulnerability

Halliburton's recent cyberattack underscores the urgent need for heightened cybersecurity in the energy sector, stressing proactive measures and robust recovery plans.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Active Directory stories

UK government considers banning ransomware payments
Software-as-a-Service

UK government considers banning ransomware payments

The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience
Ransomware

Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience

Experts from Semperis forecast that AI will dominate cybersecurity discussions in 2025, despite many attacks remaining basic and clunky.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Wirral hospital cyberattack highlights ransomware risks
Ransomware

Wirral hospital cyberattack highlights ransomware risks

The ongoing cyberattack on Wirral University Teaching Hospital has sparked alarm over the vulnerability of healthcare systems to ransomware threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Ransomware attack exposes retail vulnerabilities globally
Disaster Recovery

Ransomware attack exposes retail vulnerabilities globally

A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder has disrupted supply chains for Morrisons and Sainsbury's, raising concerns over holiday vulnerabilities for retailers.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024