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Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable
Yesterday
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.
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NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses
Yesterday
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
NormCyber has teamed up with the Yorkshire & Humber Cyber Crime Unit to host a free Cyber Crime Awareness Event for SMEs and charities on 20th February 2025.
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KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment
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ransomware
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it training
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data analytics
A report by Hobson & Company reveals that organisations using KnowBe4's HRM platform can achieve a ROI of 200% to 400% within just 3.5 months.
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Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age
Yesterday
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.
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Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
2 days ago
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.
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KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+
3 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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knowbe4
KnowBe4 has made CRN's prestigious Security 100 list, recognising its AI-driven approach in enhancing cybersecurity through effective human risk management.
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Claroty named leader in Gartner's CPS protection report
3 days ago
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hyperscale
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Claroty has been named a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, recognising its exceptional capabilities among 17 vendors.
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Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
4 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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public sector
Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.
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Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant
4 days ago
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iot security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.
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BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
4 days ago
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smartphones
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data protection
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ransomware
BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.
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Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks
4 days ago
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.
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Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
4 days ago
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.
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Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
5 days ago
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data protection
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ransomware
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devops
The UK government's proposal to ban ransomware payments for public sector bodies raises concerns, as experts stress the need for a proactive, data-centric approach to cybersecurity.
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Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure
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digital transformation
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edge computing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.
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CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity
Last week
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
CrowdStrike has unveiled Charlotte AI Detection Triage, an advanced tool aimed at revolutionising security operations with over 98% accuracy and reduced manual hours.
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Manufacturing sector faces 24% rise in ransomware attacks
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ransomware
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it in manufacturing
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest's new report reveals a worrying 24% rise in ransomware attacks on the manufacturing sector, impacting 624 companies between August 2024 and January 2025.
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N-able aids Ventnor in thwarting police cyberattack
Last week
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
N-able's Managed Detection and Response solution has successfully thwarted a cyberattack on Ventnor City's Police Department, highlighting the urgent need for robust security.
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US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers
Last week
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.
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Half of UK education professionals worried about AI risks
Last week
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data protection
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
A new survey from Sharp reveals that half of education professionals in the UK feel anxious about AI heightening cybersecurity risks, highlighting urgent training needs.
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Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks
Last week
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malware
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mfa
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cloud security
A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.