Cyber Risk stories - Page 2
Qualys warns exploitation is outpacing manual patching
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network infrastructure
Qualys study says attackers are exploiting flaws before patches exist, as manual remediation lags and edge systems emerge as the highest risk.
KnowBe4 tops G2 as award haul boosts cyber profile
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email security
KnowBe4 wins top G2 rankings and multiple awards as chief executive officer Bryan Palma hails growth in cyber, workplace and brand appeal.
Cisco appoints Pete Shimer to board & audit committee
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
Cisco adds Deloitte veteran Pete Shimer to board, strengthening audit oversight as the networking giant pushes into AI-driven infrastructure.
Cloudflare, WatchGuard warn cloud security assumptions fail
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digital transformation
Cloudflare and WatchGuard urge organisations to rethink cloud defences as rising identity attacks, AI risks and quantum threats expose weak spots.
Australian firms warned over AI & cloud cyber risks
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storage
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Australian firms urged to tighten cloud defences as Zscaler and Reolink warn AI agents and connected cameras are widening cyber risk.
Secure.com guide says AI helps CISOs, but judgements matter
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Secure.com urges Chief Information Security Officers to use AI for alert triage and threat detection, but keep human judgement in the loop.
CyberPath opens consultation on Australia's cyber workforce
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edutech
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
CyberPath launches national consultation as Kate Jones takes the chair, aiming to define career pathways and standards for Australia's cyber workforce.
Forrester warns Middle East conflict will squeeze IT budgets
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Forrester says Middle East tensions will push up infrastructure costs, sharpen cloud and AI spending scrutiny, and heighten cyber risk.
SonicWall flags SMB cyber gaps as attacks rise 20.8%
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firewalls
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vpns
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ransomware
SonicWall says small firms are being hit hardest by basic security lapses as ransomware, bot traffic and identity theft keep climbing.
Mercury Security launches app platform for controllers
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devops
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iot security
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edge computing
Mercury Security opens controller app platform to approved developers, with partner software bringing edge integrations and stricter security checks.
CMTG bets on backup as cyber resilience demand rises
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
CMTG expands data backup and recovery push as cyber risk, ransomware and tougher regulation drive businesses to prioritise resilience over storage.
Survey finds organisations struggle to secure unstructured data
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
Cloud Security Alliance survey finds 75% of organisations claim confidence in unstructured data security, but coverage and visibility remain patchy.
Geneva Association urges firms to use cyber insurance
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dr
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ransomware
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risk & compliance
Geneva Association says cyber insurance can help firms tackle rising threats, but warns take-up remains low and SMEs are underusing cover's prevention services.
The evolving role of the CSO: From technical guardian to business strategist
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firewalls
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siem
CSOs are shedding their purely technical image as security chiefs are pushed into the boardroom to drive sales, trust and growth.
Blackwired & ARMIS International forge cyber alliance
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
Blackwired and ARMIS International team up to offer pre-emptive cyber defence for government, defence and critical infrastructure clients.
Cork Cyber launches AI tool to catch MSP blind spots
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dr
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mfa
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socs
Cork Cyber adds AI-powered asset analysis to help MSPs spot security gaps, zombie records and wasted licences across crowded tool stacks.
Australian boards pressured to rush AI despite risks
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data protection
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digital transformation
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phishing
Australian boards and executives feel growing pressure to back AI projects despite security gaps, as new TrendAI research finds governance trailing adoption.
Adaptiva launches Aida AI adviser for endpoint teams
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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it automation
Adaptiva debuts Aida AI adviser to help IT and security teams query vast endpoint estates in plain English and speed up exposure management.
Ransomware attacks fall as CL0P & The Gentlemen surge
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malware
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ddos
Qilin keeps top spot as ransomware incidents drop 8% in February, while CL0P and The Gentlemen post sharp gains and new AI risks emerge.
Cybermindz warns mental health absences hit cyber staff
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
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risk & compliance
Cybermindz warns mental health-related absence could already be costing the UK, US and Australia's cyber sector more than 250,000 work days.