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Datadog acquires Metaplane to boost AI & data observability

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Datadog reveals updated DevSecOps report showing Java's vulnerabilities and announces Metaplane acquisition to boost data observability and AI monitoring.
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Armis offers free access to real-time cyber threat database

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Armis launches free Vulnerability Intelligence Database to help security teams anticipate and tackle cyber threats with real-time, AI-driven insights.
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Perforce launches upgraded Puppet to cut cyber risk downtime

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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application security
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Perforce Software updates Puppet Enterprise Advanced to accelerate vulnerability fixes and boost collaboration amid rising cyber threats and AI-driven attacks.
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Cycode unveils AI Teammates & real-time runtime protection

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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devsecops
Cycode launches AI Teammates and CI/MON runtime protection to enhance software supply chain security and threat detection in application security.
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Tenable reveals privilege risk in Google Cloud Composer flaw

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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storage
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edutech
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cloud security
Tenable Research revealed a privilege escalation flaw in Google Cloud Composer, risking unauthorised access to key cloud resources before Google's fix.
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Socket acquires Coana to cut false positive security alerts

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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application security
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Socket has acquired cybersecurity startup Coana to enhance its supply chain security platform, cutting false positives by up to 80% for faster threat remediation.
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Lasso introduces first security gateway for MCP workflows

Sat, 19th Apr 2025
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ai security
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open source
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genai
Lasso has unveiled its MCP Gateway, the first security tool tailored for Model Context Protocol, aiming to bolster safety in generative AI workflows.
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Cobalt report reveals gaps in critical vulnerability fixes

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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devops
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cloud security
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supply chain
Cobalt's 2025 State of Pentesting Report reveals that 31% of serious security vulnerabilities remain unaddressed, despite 81% of leaders' confidence in their security.
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Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
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phishing
Australian organisations face rising cyber threats bypassing MFA, prompting a shift to passwordless authentication and a AUD $288.1 million government security boost.
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Microsoft April Patch Tuesday highlights zero-day risks

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Microsoft's recent Patch Tuesday sparked scrutiny with a 40-minute delay in updates and notable vulnerabilities, including a critical zero-day in the CLFS Driver.
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Delving into windows CE, part 3: Introducing Team82's open-source debugger

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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devops
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apm
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software development
Team82 has unveiled an open-source debugger aimed at simplifying the analysis of Windows CE applications, crucial for security researchers in legacy environments.
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Research reveals smart TV vulnerabilities threaten networks

Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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network infrastructure
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iot
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supply chain
Research by CYFOX has uncovered critical vulnerabilities in smart TVs that threaten corporate networks, highlighting a broader industry security concern.
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Massive attack on GitHub affects over 23,000 repositories

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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software development
A recent cyber attack has compromised over 23,000 GitHub repositories, raising alarms over software supply chain security and the exploitation of trusted components.
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Tenable warns DeepSeek AI model can be breached for malware

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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genai
Tenable Research has raised alarms over security vulnerabilities in the generative AI model DeepSeek R1, warning it could simplify malware creation.
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Nozomi Networks honoured on Fast Company's 2025 list

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Nozomi Networks has been ranked third in Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies 2025 for its pivotal work in securing critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
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JFrog & NVIDIA team up to enhance secure AI deployments

Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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devsecops
JFrog has incorporated NVIDIA NIM microservices into its Software Supply Chain Platform, enhancing secure AI model deployment and streamlining enterprise solutions.
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Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
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security vulnerabilities
A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
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Opus Security unveils new AI-powered vulnerability platform

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
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agentic ai
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Opus Security has unveiled its Autonomous Vulnerability Management Platform, harnessing AI to streamline cybersecurity processes and reduce remediation delays by up to 90%.
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Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.
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UpGuard launches AI tools for quick cyber risk assessment

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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ai
Cybersecurity firm UpGuard has unveiled AI-powered tools that enable users to conduct vendor risk assessments in under 60 seconds, enhancing efficiency in risk management.