TechDay Australia - Australia's technology news network

Cyber attacks stories - Page 47

Techday b7b3d129330edade4d73

Appdome unveils GenAI-powered Threat Resolution Center

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
#
malware
#
endpoint protection
#
application security
Appdome launches GenAI-powered Threat Resolution Center to bolster mobile app security by offering real-time, context-specific threat solutions.
Techday 02f3daa7a1e95a86a51d

Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
mfa
Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.
Techday fa737c8d88c4d80ed6c0

Cohesity named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for fifth year

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
#
data protection
#
ransomware
#
cyber attacks
Cohesity secures its fifth consecutive Leader title in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant, spotlighting its AI-powered data security and innovation prowess.
Techday e3bafc6cd80dfc225c29

Cybersecurity report shows 30% rise in vulnerabilities

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
#
malware
#
firewalls
#
ransomware
The Qualys 2024 Midyear Threat Landscape Review reveals a 30% surge in reported CVEs, hitting a whopping 22,254.
Techday 0f5921c30ef1203f4d41

Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem with key integrations

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
#
malware
#
data protection
#
data analytics
Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem by integrating with Acante, Dasera, Google Cloud, Splunk, and Wiz, enhancing data protection and cyber resilience solutions.
Nam lam headshot

Clearing cybersecurity hurdles: Queensland's sprint to secure the 2032 Olympics

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
#
digital transformation
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Queensland ramps up cybersecurity to safeguard the 2032 Olympics against evolving threats, prioritising identity security and global standards compliance.
Techday 18dcfeca340ae9f71f6e

Organisations urged to take a proactive approach to ransomware threats

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
edutech
#
ransomware
#
devops
With July designated Ransomware Awareness Month, organisations are urged to understand ransomware threats and adopt proactive strategies for better cyber resilience.
Techday 09c286c5d8fafd1ec148

Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
firewalls
#
email security
#
breach prevention
A new report from Barracuda reveals stark differences in cyber attack tactics, with larger firms facing 42% of lateral phishing threats compared to just 2% for smaller businesses.
Techday c916876a19b5c44ca580

Accenture & SandboxAQ enhance partnership to boost data security

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
ransomware
#
data analytics
#
encryption
Accenture and SandboxAQ are deepening their partnership to improve data security, addressing encryption needs amidst rising threats from AI and quantum computing.
Techday c90c50571f6755659fa0

Picus report reveals flaws in threat exposure management

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
ransomware
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
windows
Almost 40% of systems tested by Picus Security are vulnerable to complete takeover, with macOS being notably weaker in stopping cyber-attacks.
Leo lynch

Why MSSPs should shift from 'fear' to 'value' as a sales tactic

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
edutech
#
dr
#
physical security
Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are urged to shift from fear-based sales tactics to value-centric strategies, fostering client trust and growth.
Techday e8aca4452a4092975167

Acronis reports 293% increase in email cyberattacks in H1 2024

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
malware
#
mfa
#
phishing
Cybersecurity firm Acronis has identified a staggering 293% increase in email cyberattacks during the first half of 2024 compared to 2023.
Leonardo hutabarat 2022  9

Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
#
smart cities
#
devops
#
siem
As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.
Techday 944daf596ba2e5dfd3a0

Commvault integrates enhanced backup for Microsoft 365 platform

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
#
uc
#
microsoft
#
collaboration
Commvault has launched an upgraded integration for Microsoft 365 users, improving cyber resilience with enhanced backup and recovery capabilities on Azure.
Techday 568ceeb0f67ebd9fcdab

Global ransomware attacks drop in June as law enforcement intensifies

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
#
ransomware
#
healthtech
#
microsoft
Global ransomware attacks dropped below this year's average in June for the first time in 2024, with 331 incidents amid increased law enforcement pressure.
Techday a02ef086edcce21f70dc

Litera acquires FileTrail to enhance information governance

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
#
saas
#
cx
#
martech
In response to growing cybersecurity threats in the legal sector, Litera has acquired FileTrail to boost its information governance and records management expertise.
Techday 32fac7905641994dc466

Akamai report reveals 65% rise in API & app attacks in APJ

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
#
application security
#
api
#
cybersecurity
Akamai's latest report reveals a 65% hike in web attacks on APIs and applications in APJ, peaking in June 2024 with 4.8 billion incidents.
Techday 58385498c8473160067c

Protecting against the cost and impact of cyber crime

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
#
firewalls
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
supply chain
Australian companies face a rising tide of cybercrime, with 47% hit by attacks last year, costing an average of AUD $4.1 million in damages and disruptions.
Techday 82b4a3b4756f6bba988c

Australian firms overestimate cyber resilience as attacks rise

Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
ransomware
#
mfa
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Australian companies overestimate their cyber resilience amid rising attacks, with 60% having faced ransomware recently and many willing to pay ransoms.
Wendy thomas

Exclusive: Secureworks riding cybersecurity leadership wave

Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
ransomware
#
digital transformation
#
ai
Wendy Thomas, CEO of Secureworks, reveals in an exclusive interview how the firm strengthens its cybersecurity solutions across 60 countries globally.