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Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw
Firewalls

Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw

A major data leak impacting Fortinet firewalls has revealed sensitive information from 15,000 devices following a critical vulnerability, prompting urgent cybersecurity measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
KnowBe4 report links training to fewer data breaches
Phishing

KnowBe4 report links training to fewer data breaches

A recent KnowBe4 report reveals that robust security awareness training reduces data breaches, showing firms with it are 8.3 times less likely to suffer incidents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Trellix revamps partner program for cybersecurity growth
Unified Communications

Trellix revamps partner program for cybersecurity growth

Cybersecurity firm Trellix has revamped its Xtend Partner Program to enhance growth and profitability, introducing new training resources and support for partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
Data Protection

BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence

BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Identity security report highlights AI's growing role
Ransomware

Identity security report highlights AI's growing role

A recent report from Delinea reveals that nearly half of security leaders prioritise safeguarding credentials as identity threats surge ahead of 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends
Artificial Intelligence

A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends

As experts forecast 2025's cybersecurity trends, organisations are urged to enhance their defences against evolving AI-driven threats and embrace unified security solutions.

By Radware • 8 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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
Kaspersky launches courses to strengthen cyber skills
Phishing

Kaspersky launches courses to strengthen cyber skills

Kaspersky has unveiled three new courses aimed at bolstering cybersecurity skills through its Automated Security Awareness Platform, addressing rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
AI in 2025: Driving sustainability, security, and growth across Asia Pacific
Storage

AI in 2025: Driving sustainability, security, and growth across Asia Pacific

As 2025 unfolds, AI is transforming the Asia Pacific region by enhancing sustainability and security, particularly in energy efficiency and digital infrastructure.

By Matthew Hardman • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks
Ransomware

Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks

Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 15th 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
Trend Micro partners with Intel for enhanced malware defence
Data Protection

Trend Micro partners with Intel for enhanced malware defence

Trend Micro has teamed up with Intel to boost ransomware and fileless malware detection, leveraging Intel Threat Detection Technology for enhanced security.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Gen Z & Millennials face higher social media compromises
Multi-factor authentication

Gen Z & Millennials face higher social media compromises

A recent survey reveals that nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials have had their social media passwords compromised, exposing generational divides in cybersecurity practices.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners
Firewalls

Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners

Cohesity is boosting its Cyber Event Response Team services by partnering with firms like Palo Alto Networks and Sophos to enhance cyber resilience for clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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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
The role of the board in shaping resilient cybersecurity strategies
Data Protection

The role of the board in shaping resilient cybersecurity strategies

As cyber attacks rise dramatically, boards are urged to take an active role in shaping effective cybersecurity strategies to safeguard organisations.

By Mark Baker • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cyber threats rising in manufacturing sector, study warns
Malware

Cyber threats rising in manufacturing sector, study warns

A new analysis by IDS-INDATA reveals a 50% surge in cyber attacks on the manufacturing sector, driven by outdated tech and complex supply chains.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats
Malware

UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats

A study reveals UK manufacturing is facing a surge in AI-driven cyber threats, with a 50% rise in supply chain attacks now affecting 20% of businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025