Cybersecurity strategy stories

Cybersecurity seen by 85% of CEOs as critical for business growth
3 days ago
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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ai
A global survey reveals 85% of CEOs see cybersecurity as vital for business growth, highlighting its role beyond protection to strategic enablement.

CVE system secures 11-month extension worth USD $44 million
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
CISA extends its contract with MITRE for another 11 months at USD $44 million, securing the critical CVE vulnerability programme amid funding concerns.

Cyber security must focus on root causes, not just tools
Last week
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Former hacker Greg van der Gaast warns of rising cyber threats, urging firms to tackle security risks holistically rather than relying on tools alone.

Google Cloud unveils AI-powered Unified Security platform at Next 25
This month
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Google Cloud has unveiled Gus, an AI-driven Unified Security platform, at Next 25, aimed at helping security teams tackle evolving cyber threats.

Kaspersky named Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025
This month
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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edr
Kaspersky has been named the inaugural Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025, enhancing its role in the global tech landscape.

Dark web leak: 2.3 million bank cards exposed online
Last month
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Kaspersky has revealed that 2.3 million bank cards have been leaked on the dark web due to infostealer malware, highlighting the rising cybersecurity threat.

UK SMEs to boost reliance on managed security services
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
UK SMEs are expected to boost their dependence on managed security services in 2025, with 80% viewing this as a valuable move, reveals Six Degrees research.

Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.

CyberASAP Demo Day to unveil promising UK cyber solutions
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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cybersecurity
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software development
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accelerator
Innovative cybersecurity solutions will be unveiled at London’s CyberASAP Demo Day, showcasing 14 projects from the accelerator programme backed by GBP £40 million alumni success.

AI threats top concern for UK SMEs' cybersecurity in 2025
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
A study by Six Degrees reveals AI-generated attacks are the top cybersecurity worry for 35% of UK SMEs heading into 2025, eclipsing traditional threats.

The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybersecurity has become critical for manufacturing, with ransomware attacks representing 71% of incidents. Proactive strategies are essential to mitigate risks.

Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.

Proofpoint appoints JP Yu to lead operations in SAK region
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint has appointed JP Yu as Vice President for Southeast Asia and Korea, aiming to bolster sales across the rapidly evolving region.

ThreatLocker aids Australian firms in meeting Essential Eight
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
ThreatLocker has unveiled a whitepaper to assist Australian businesses in achieving compliance with the Essential Eight cybersecurity strategies.

iSANZ Awards honour New Zealand's cybersecurity leaders
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
The 2024 iSANZ Awards celebrated ten years of cybersecurity excellence in New Zealand, honouring outstanding contributions and innovation in the field.

NetApp partners with Exclusive Networks for UK data security
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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ai
NetApp and Exclusive Networks have teamed up to enhance data security solutions for UK and Ireland businesses amid rising cyber threats.

OpSys appoints Shanna Daly as first Chief Security Officer
Mon, 28th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
OpSys Australia has appointed Shanna Daly as its first Chief Information Security Officer to enhance cybersecurity operations and services.

Aspen Technology launches new microgrid management system
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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power / energy
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cybersecurity
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cleantech
Aspen Technology has unveiled its new Microgrid Management System, designed to help industries with high power needs enhance efficiency and meet net-zero goals.

Education remains a target for cyberattacks says Microsoft
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.

AI raises cybersecurity concerns in Asia Pacific region
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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siem
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phishing
A Cloudflare study reveals 41% of cybersecurity leaders in Asia Pacific faced data breaches last year, amid growing fears over AI's role in such incidents.