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Acron
Patrick Pulvermueller takes the reins as Acronis CEO as company value hits $2.5b
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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Former CEO Serguei Belloussov will remain on the Acronis board and will also stay on as chief research officer.
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Security vendors weigh in as fallout of Kaseya cyber attack continues
Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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network infrastructure
Ransomware attack on Kaseya serves as a stark reminder of the increasing threat faced by organizations, say security experts.
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ExtraHop consults on network detection response for MITRE ATT&CK framework
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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multi-cloud
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ndr
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extrahop
MITRE ATT-CK and ExtraHop collaborate to develop new network detection and response methodologies within the cybersecurity framework.
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Huge increase in threat actors using Cobalt Strike - Proofpoint research
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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devops
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apm
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cybersecurity
Proofpoint cybersecurity company has released research finding a 161% increase in threat actors using the threat emulation tool Cobalt Strike.
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How to focus cloud-centric organisations’ data protection
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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saas
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malware
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iaas
Organisations can embrace digital transformation with confidence by including these crucial considerations in data protection strategy planning and execution.
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CompTIA responds to ransomware attack by forming Rapid Response Team and releasing resources
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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ransomware
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it automation
CompTIA responds to the recent large scale ransomeware attack by forming a Rapid Response Team and making CompTIA ISAO resources publicly available.
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Research finds millennials and boomers fear deepfakes and biometrics most of future tech
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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biometrics
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kaspersky
Millennials and Baby Boomers in South East Asia are afraid of deepfakes and wary of future technologies, according to research by Kaspersky.
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Three tips for technologists to cut through data noise
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Technologists overwhelmed by soaring data volumes amid rapid digital transformation face challenges. Discover three strategic tips to manage data noise.
Vecc
Prevention and preparedness revisited: Cyber-defence after Kaseya ransomware attack
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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The Kaseya calamity can one day be remembered as a tipping point that led eventually to a better security posture, writes Vectra AI CEO Hitesh Sheth.
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Forrester study puts LogRhythm SIEM platform under the microscope
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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incident management
The report, which was commissioned by LogRhythm, surveyed organisations using LogRhythm SIEM either in the cloud or on-premise.
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Kaseya CEO addresses REvil affiliate ransomware attack on the company’s VSA customers
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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Kaseya’s CEO addresses the sophisticated ransomware attack by a REvil affiliate on the company’s VSA customers.
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SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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security vulnerabilities
Positive Technologies reveals critical vulnerability in SonicWall Network Security Manager, allowing authenticated attackers full control.
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Fortinet, NEC and CETIN join forces on large-scale network security project
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
Fortinet, NEC and CETIN join forces to develop a major network security project for CETIN Group's extensive networks.
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Risk of downtime and data theft as ransomware targets Industrial Control Systems
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks on industrial facilities pose a growing threat, warns cybersecurity firm Trend Micro, risking downtime and data theft. .
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Online payment fraud losses to exceed $206 billion, driven by identity theft
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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physical security
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juniper networks
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identity theft
Online payment fraud losses are set to exceed $206 billion over the next five years, driven by identity fraud, according to Juniper Research.
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Kaseya ransomware attack reminder that attackers still have the upper hand
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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Kaseya ransomware attack emphasizes attackers' advantage, says Cybereason. Hundreds of US businesses affected. Attackers hijacked Kaseya's VSA tool.
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Rural industries failing to protect against cyber threats
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
A new report by BDO reveals the cyber threats facing Australia's rural industries, following two significant attacks in the past year.
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Facial recognition company Vix Vizion enhances product for AU hospitality workers
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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surveillance
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biometrics
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facial recognition
Australian facial biometrics and analytics organisation Vix Vizion has responded to user feedback and released an improved user interface.
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ThycoticCentrify rolls out privileged management security features
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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devops
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pam
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apm
ThycoticCentrify bolsters privilege management and account governance capabilities to protect workstations and streamline security reporting.
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Biometrics solving security challenges of remote and flexible working
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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biometrics
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hybrid & remote work
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personal computing devices
Flexible working arrangements have raised security concerns, prompting organisations to consider biometric technology as a solution.