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Tenable launches new features to streamline vulnerability management
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
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incident response
Tenable releases new Vulnerability Intelligence and Exposure Response tools to aid IT and cloud environments in prioritising and addressing critical security threats.
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99% of Global 2000 firms linked to breached vendors
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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solarwinds
Study shows 99% of Global 2000 firms are linked to vendors with breaches, underscoring urgent need for robust supply chain cybersecurity amid new SEC rules.
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Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.
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Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.
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Appdome unveils GenAI-powered Threat Resolution Center
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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malware
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endpoint protection
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application security
Appdome launches GenAI-powered Threat Resolution Center to bolster mobile app security by offering real-time, context-specific threat solutions.
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Bugcrowd launches CASPT solution to enhance security insights
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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devops
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apm
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cybersecurity
Bugcrowd's new CASPT solution aims to enhance security insights and provide continuous compliance, reducing organisations' exposure to external threats.
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ExtraHop report shows rising ransomware costs for organisations
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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extrahop
ExtraHop's new report from the 2024 Cyber Confidence Index survey reveals ransomware is increasingly targeting security leaders, costing them an average of USD $2.5 million annually.
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Fortinet enhances OT security platform to combat rising cyber risks
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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iot
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breach prevention
Fortinet strengthens OT security platform with enhanced capabilities to combat rising cyber risks in critical infrastructure.
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Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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cloud services
Elastic Security Labs unveils critical flaws in Microsoft's Smart App Control and SmartScreen, exposing vulnerabilities that allow attackers to bypass security protocols with minimal user interaction.
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Alex Stamos appointed new CISO at SentinelOne
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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transparency
SentinelOne has named Alex Stamos as CISO. Stamos, formerly with Meta and Yahoo!, aims to drive secure system development amidst rising cyber threats.
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Cybersecurity report shows 30% rise in vulnerabilities
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
The Qualys 2024 Midyear Threat Landscape Review reveals a 30% surge in reported CVEs, hitting a whopping 22,254.
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Panaseer unveils Cybersecurity Controls Scorecard for CISOs
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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security posture
Panaseer launches its Cybersecurity Controls Scorecard, offering CISOs a clear view of security controls performance, backed by trusted internal data.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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dr
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ai security
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike's botched Falcon Sensor update affected 8.5 million Microsoft Windows devices globally, underscoring major weaknesses in tech infrastructure and sparking industry-wide scrutiny.
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AttackIQ launches Flex 2.0 for advanced security testing
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
AttackIQ releases Flex 2.0, an agentless breach simulation solution with enhanced performance insights and compliance support for DORA and NIST frameworks.
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Life360 breach exposes 442,000 users: experts warn of API vulnerabilities
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Life360 suffers major data breach exposing personal information of 442,519 users. API flaw also affects Tile, leading to sensitive data theft and extortion attempt.
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SentinelOne unveils AI-driven innovations for Singularity Platform
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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enterprise security
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security vulnerabilities
SentinelOne unveils advanced generative AI features for its Singularity Platform, enhancing threat prevention and response, with innovations like the AI-powered Purple AI analyst.
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Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem with key integrations
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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malware
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data protection
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data analytics
Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem by integrating with Acante, Dasera, Google Cloud, Splunk, and Wiz, enhancing data protection and cyber resilience solutions.
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Clearing cybersecurity hurdles: Queensland's sprint to secure the 2032 Olympics
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Queensland ramps up cybersecurity to safeguard the 2032 Olympics against evolving threats, prioritising identity security and global standards compliance.
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Tenable launches new features to boost vulnerability management
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Tenable has launched Vulnerability Intelligence and Exposure Response, aiming to revolutionise the USD $16 billion vulnerability management sector.
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Rapid7 launches Command Platform for security management
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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casb
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ai
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shadow it
Rapid7 has launched Command Platform, integrating security data for comprehensive threat monitoring and management.