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Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks

Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.
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Financial services organisations spend over $2.62 million on ransomware recovery

Thu, 16th Sep 2021
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Mid-sized financial services organisations in Asia Pacific and Japan spent more than US$2.62 million on average recovering from ransomware attacks.
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Rise in cyberattacks, ransomware during COVID-19 boosts IT security skills

Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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Increased security challenges during the pandemic offered IT teams a unique opportunity to build their cybersecurity expertise.
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Commvault launches new ransomware services to better protect customers

Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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Commvault has launched new ransomware services to help businesses prepare for, protect against, and respond to cyber threats.
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91% of industrial companies open to cyber attacks

Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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Over 90% of industrial companies are vulnerable to cyber attacks, with attackers gaining access to critical systems.
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The importance of patching - ransomware attackers gain access in under a minute

Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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According to Sophos threat researchers, Conti ransomware is currently incredibly active due to the dissolution of DarkSide, REvil and Avaddon.
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80% of better performing companies more willing to collaborate with competitors

Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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A new study reveals a sharp divide in the digital strategies of better-performing companies (leaders) versus followers.
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Bad bots make up 40% of all traffic - the increase of automated attacks

Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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Barracuda's new report reveals that bad bots make up almost 40% of internet traffic, emphasizing the need to detect and block these malicious bots.
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Layered security strategy vital to combat Microsoft 365 phishing threat

Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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Layered security strategy vital to combat Microsoft phishing campaign, warns cyber security specialist Cyren. Office 365 customers targeted.
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Best city for cybersecurity jobs revealed

Mon, 30th Aug 2021
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Washington D.C has been revealed as the best city for cybersecurity jobs, according to new research from Techshielder.
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Tenfold increase in ransomware - reports

Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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Ransomware attacks have seen a tenfold increase, impacting individuals, organizations, and critical infrastructure, says new research.
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The new normal of cybersecurity: Ransomware, phishing and zero trust

Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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Cyber criminals have taken advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic, with phishing, DDoS and ransomware attacks on the rise, says A10 Networks.
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What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates

Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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Web application attacks on the financial services sector have increased by 38% between January and May 2021, with COVID-19 playing a role. .
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Ransomware attacks surging as ransom amounts skyrocket

Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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The grim outlook for the future of ransomware leaves no one spared from financial damage or brand-crushing headlines.
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Global ransomware grows 151%, SonicWall research finds

Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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Ransomware attacks have surged in 2021, surpassing the total volume for 2020 in just six months, reveals SonicWall Cyber Threat Report.
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Australia's largest cybersecurity firm Tesserent expands to NZ - Hamish Soper appointed senior partner

Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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Australia's largest listed cybersecurity company, Tesserent, expands to New Zealand, creating a new entity and appointing new senior leadership in the region.
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McAfee Enterprise integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to strengthen cloud security

Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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MVISION Cloud for Dynamics 365 provides an advanced set of security tools that are delivered via API, enabling holistic security controls across Dynamics 365.
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The Magnificent 7: Critical functions that underpin every cybersecurity practice

Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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With this approach, technology services providers can build a robust cybersecurity practice that protects their customers' businesses from cybercriminals.
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Security experts weigh in on Accenture ransomware attack

Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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Accenture falls victim to LockBit ransomware attack, becoming the second major company hit this week. Ransom demands threaten data on the dark web.
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Securing the hybrid workforce

Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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It's likely that organisations will need to find a way to work alongside COVID-19, which will probably involve a hybrid approach to work.