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New DripDropper malware exploits then patches Linux cloud flaw

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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New DripDropper malware exploits then patches a Linux cloud flaw, securing exclusive access to servers via Apache ActiveMQ vulnerability CVE-2023-46604.
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Jen Easterly joins Huntress Strategic Advisory Board for AI focus

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Jen Easterly, ex-CISA Director, joins Huntress' Strategic Advisory Board to enhance AI-led cybersecurity as the firm advances its USD $1.5 billion growth.
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KnowBe4's AI platform helps cut phishing risk to just one percent

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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KnowBe4's AI-driven HRM platform has helped customers cut phishing risk to as low as one percent, enhancing cybersecurity against evolving threats worldwide.
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KnowBe4 unveils new brand to boost human risk management

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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KnowBe4 has unveiled a refreshed brand and vision, emphasising its role in human risk management amid evolving cybersecurity threats worldwide.
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SOCRadar unveils AI-driven platform for automated threat detection

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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SOCRadar launches Agentic Threat Intelligence, an AI-powered platform automating detection and response to cyber threats with customisable AI agents.
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Exclusive: Hicksons Lawyers boosts security with Netskope partnership

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Australian law firms like Hicksons Lawyers are boosting cloud security with advanced tech amid rising cyberattacks targeting sensitive client data globally.
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Google Cloud warns backup systems face rising cyber threats

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Google Cloud's new report warns rising cyber threats target backup systems, with nearly half of cloud attacks exploiting weak credentials and misconfigurations.
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Surge in phishing attacks as cybercriminals exploit URLs & QR codes

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Phishing attacks exploiting URLs and QR codes have surged, with cybercriminals using AI and social engineering to target users via email and SMS, warns Proofpoint.
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Semperis launches tool to boost Active Directory account security

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Semperis has launched Service Account Protection Essential, a tool enhancing security for Active Directory service accounts vulnerable to cyberattacks.
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LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to create largest managed security firm

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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LevelBlue has acquired Trustwave, creating the world's largest pure-play managed security firm with enhanced AI-driven threat detection and response capabilities.
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Schneider Electric embeds Nozomi Arc for better RTU security

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Schneider Electric integrates Nozomi Arc Embedded in SCADAPack 47xi RTUs, boosting security and visibility for remote industrial control systems globally.
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Phishing campaign uses fake Microsoft apps to bypass MFA

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Proofpoint exposes phishing attacks using fake Microsoft apps to bypass MFA and hijack Microsoft 365 accounts, affecting thousands globally in 2025.
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Proofpoint warns FIDO authentication can be bypassed by downgrade

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Proofpoint warns of a potential vulnerability where FIDO authentication can be bypassed via downgrade attacks, exposing users to phishing risks despite advanced security.
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AI transforms security operations centres with faster responses

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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AI is revolutionising security operations centres by enabling faster, autonomous responses to cyber threats and reducing reliance on human analysts.
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Certes launch quantum-safe technology to nullify stolen data

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Certes launches quantum-safe technology that renders stolen data useless, protecting organisations against evolving cyber threats amid rising quantum computing risks.
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Half of Australian government agencies lack top email security

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Half of Australian government agencies have not adopted the strongest email security, risking cyberattacks on sensitive public sector data and communications.
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Why regular penetration testing is vital for business security

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Regular penetration testing helps businesses identify and fix security weaknesses early, preventing costly breaches and safeguarding data and reputation.
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Orca Security achieves IRAP PROTECTED for Australian cloud sector

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Orca Security has achieved IRAP PROTECTED status for its cloud platform, enabling Australian public sector organisations to access enhanced cloud security capabilities.
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Trend Micro unveils Agentic SIEM to automate & streamline security

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Trend Micro launches Agentic SIEM, an AI-driven security solution automating threat detection and streamlining workloads across over 900 data sources.
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Palo Alto Networks launches quantum-ready & AI security suite

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Palo Alto Networks unveils a security suite with quantum-ready encryption and AI tools to protect enterprises' multicloud environments from evolving cyber threats.