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The on-premises WAF is dead - long live the cloud WAF
Firewalls

The on-premises WAF is dead - long live the cloud WAF

The environment in which applications are developed, deployed and used has changed radically since the on-prem WAF was introduced.

By Yaron Azerual • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023
Ransomware prolific in first quarter of 2023 – report
Ransomware

Ransomware prolific in first quarter of 2023 – report

After a seemingly slow quarter of ransomware activity during the late-2022 holiday season, there was alarming surge of activity in the first quarter of 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023
ChatGPT and AI tools drive up phishing threats - report
Phishing

ChatGPT and AI tools drive up phishing threats - report

Zscaler's 2023 ThreatLabz Phishing Report reveals that modern phishing attacks rely on stolen credentials and AI tools like ChatGPT.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Apr 2023
Threat actors targeting common vulnerabilities in the cloud
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Threat actors targeting common vulnerabilities in the cloud

As cloud adoption continues to surge threat actors are increasingly targeting common vulnerabilities in the cloud.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2023
Secureworks has discovered malware in online advertising
Endpoint Protection

Secureworks has discovered malware in online advertising

Secureworks has found that Bumblebee malware is being spread through malicious online advertising, such as Google ads.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2023
Jamf joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Mobile Device Management

Jamf joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association

Jamf joins the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association to enhance its endpoint security solution and protect against cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2023
Human-centric focus key to effective cybersecurity programs
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Human-centric focus key to effective cybersecurity programs

Security and risk management leaders must pivot to a human-centric focus to establish an effective cybersecurity program.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Apr 2023
Why achieving API best practice requires a security rethink
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Why achieving API best practice requires a security rethink

The focus on tools over people is hindering effective API security, with an average of 76 security tools being used, according to a report.

By Matias Madou • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2023
LogRhythm announces latest quarterly innovation releases
Security Information and Event Management

LogRhythm announces latest quarterly innovation releases

LogRhythm reaffirms commitment to cybersecurity with fourth consecutive quarterly release of innovation, offering enhanced threat detection capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Apr 2023
Threats surge as cybersecurity budgets are slashed
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Threats surge as cybersecurity budgets are slashed

In the face of economic turmoil, businesses are confronting the dual challenge of declining or stagnating cybersecurity budgets and escalating threats.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Apr 2023
Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Microsoft backs professionals with new AI Security Copilot

Microsoft unveils Security Copilot, an AI-powered cybersecurity tool that helps detect and respond to threats more effectively.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023
ExtraHop and CrowdStrike integration drives greater visibility
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ExtraHop and CrowdStrike integration drives greater visibility

ExtraHop announces integration to ingest network data from Reveal(x) 360 in CrowdStrike Falcon LogScale for optimised threat hunting and incident response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023
Microsoft Exchange and Log4j continue to be top points of compromise
Multi-factor authentication

Microsoft Exchange and Log4j continue to be top points of compromise

Arctic Wolf, a global specialist in security operations, has published its annual Arctic Wolf Labs Threat Report, revealing a year of turbulence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

Exclusive Networks appoints Agustini Kho as Country Manager for Indonesia
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive Networks appoints Agustini Kho as Country Manager for Indonesia

Exclusive Networks appoints Agustini Kho as Country Manager for Indonesia to lead cybersecurity and networking solutions' new business development.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2023
LMNTRIX expands APAC team with new hire
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

LMNTRIX expands APAC team with new hire

Australian cybersecurity firm LMNTRIX doubles down on growth in the APAC region, with new hires despite the pandemic, eyeing on increasing demand.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Apr 2023
Immersive Labs Hires New Exec Leadership Team
Data Analytics

Immersive Labs Hires New Exec Leadership Team

Immersive Labs has appointed Eric Johnson as CRO and Julie Chapman as SVP of Customer Experience to drive global revenue growth and customer acquisition.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2023
Runner Michael Johnson to headline Infosecurity Europe 2023
Digital Transformation

Runner Michael Johnson to headline Infosecurity Europe 2023

Record-breaking sprinter turned pundit and motivational speaker will share insights into performing against competitors and staying agile under adversity.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2023
Only 23% SEA companies ready to defend against cybersecurity threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Only 23% SEA companies ready to defend against cybersecurity threats

Organisations must take notable steps to close the security readiness gap as the threat landscape evolves and expands.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2023