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Radware named strong performer in Forrester WAF review
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Radware has been named a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave for Web Application Firewall Solutions, achieving top scores in six key areas.
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NTT DATA & Rubrik enhance global ransomware protection
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NTT DATA and Rubrik have unveiled a global partnership to bolster ransomware protection for Fortune 500 firms, enhancing cyber recovery services and resilience.
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Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand
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A new Datacom survey reveals a stark divide in cybersecurity confidence in New Zealand, with 71% of leaders confident in their staff, while only 51% of employees feel prepared.
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UK organisations face significant rise in phishing threats
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The latest report from KnowBe4 reveals a 17.3% rise in phishing threats and a sharp increase in ransomware attacks, highlighting evolving cyber risks for 2025.
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Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester
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Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.
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Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats
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Netflix's new series Zero Day highlights the real threat of zero-day vulnerabilities, emphasising the need for robust cybersecurity measures to prevent attacks.
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Kaspersky acclaimed for OT cybersecurity innovation in Asia
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Kaspersky has been praised by VDC Research for its significant role in the Operational Technology cybersecurity market, particularly in Asia and Europe.
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Essential Tech achieves ISO27001:2022 certification success
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data protection
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Essential Tech has achieved ISO27001:2022 certification, confirming its commitment to global information security standards and client data protection.
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62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations
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According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.
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Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025
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Red Canary's 2025 Threat Detection Report reveals alarming trends in cybersecurity, with identity attacks quadrupling and new malware techniques emerging.
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Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
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Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.
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Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security
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ClickFix attacks, leveraging human error over software flaws, are now a dominant threat to enterprises, outpacing existing security measures.
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Kaseya unveils AI tools to boost MSP efficiency & security
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Kaseya has launched new AI-driven tools to help managed service providers in Australia tackle security and efficiency challenges amid rising cybersecurity gaps.
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Google’s USD $32B Wiz acquisition sparks concerns over cloud security neutrality
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data protection
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cloud security
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Google's acquisition of Wiz for USD $32 billion has raised concerns about cloud security neutrality, potentially compromising the firm's independence and its customers' trust.
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Orange Cyberdefense earns global recognition for XSIAM
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Orange Cyberdefense has gained global recognition for its cybersecurity solutions, earning the prestigious Cortex XSIAM Select Specialisation Status from Palo Alto Networks.
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Westcon-Comstor & Claroty join forces for ASEAN security
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iot
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Westcon-Comstor has forged a strategic alliance with Claroty to boost cyber-physical systems security across ASEAN, safeguarding crucial infrastructure in the region.
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Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap
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Red Alpha Cybersecurity has appointed Mr Pang Tzer Yeu as Chief Information Security Officer-in-Residence to combat Singapore's estimated shortfall of 4,000 cybersecurity professionals.
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Australian Computer Society launches AI cybersecurity tool
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The Australian Computer Society and Cyberknowledge have teamed up to launch an AI-driven platform in April 2025, enhancing cybersecurity for SMBs across Australia.
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Five ways worker demands are changing - and how technology can keep up
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digital transformation
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As worker demands transform, the ASUS ExpertBook P5 emerges as the solution to support modern productivity and flexibility in an evolving workplace.
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Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report
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A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.