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New research reveals vicious tactics of ransomware groups
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
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malware
Hackers increasingly target zero-day vulnerabilities and supply chain networks for maximum impact, according to a report by Ivanti.
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As the threat landscape evolves, SASE security models may be the answer
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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wfh
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mobility
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byod
Many organizations lack security solutions for remote employees, according to a new assessment by Check Point Software Technologies.
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Lacework launches Polygraph Data Platform to uncover suspicious activity across multicloud environments
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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bi
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big data
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cloud services
Lacework unveils Polygraph Data Platform to automatically uncover risks and threats in multicloud environments.
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Juniper Networks launches cloud-delivered Juniper Secure Edge, as next step into SASE
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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cloud services
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casb
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edge data centre
Moving to a SASE architecture is a journey and requires every organisation to take a thoughtful approach to this transition to remain secure.
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Organisations turning to zero trust amid cloud and network security exposure
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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malware
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cybersecurity
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illumio
Organisations are embracing zero trust strategies to address cloud and network security vulnerabilities, says a new study.
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Tackling the evolving threat of ransomware in 2022
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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ransomware
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malware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks in Australia are evolving, with cybercriminals focusing more on exfiltrating data and targeting smaller businesses. .
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LogMeIn changes name to GoTo; releases new product portfolio
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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contact centre
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smb
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logmein
LogMeIn rebrands as GoTo, specializing in IT services for SMBs. New product portfolio includes GoTo Resolve and GoTo Connect. New partner network also launched.
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A new report shows RaaS dominates, but defences are gaining the upper hand
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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ransomware
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iot security
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malware
Organizations fight back against increasing cyber threats as ransomware attacks dominate and state-sponsored actions rise, says Nozomi Networks report.
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Foresite acquires Cyber Lantern to make SMBs less vulnerable to devastating breaches
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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cloud services
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compliance
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saas
Foresite Cybersecurity has announced the acquisition of Cyber Lantern into its security monitoring, management, and assessment solutions.
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Show, don't tell: CISOs encouraged to be security 'influencers' rather than 'enforcers'
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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malware
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dlp
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cybersecurity
Show, don’t tell: That’s the approach CISOs need to take if they want to better manage cybersecurity in their organisation, according to a new report from KPMG.
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Forbury achieves ISO/IEC 27001 information security certification
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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cloud services
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cybersecurity
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certification
Forbury, a CRE valuation software company, achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, confirming adherence to international information security standards.
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CredShare announces successful capital raising and next-gen RegTech
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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micro-credentials
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compliance
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it distributors
Australian start-up CredShare has announced it's raised a further circa $2.7 million while unveiling the next evolution of its credentials platform.
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Varonis unveils new features to slash data exposure in Microsoft 365
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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bi
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big data
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microsoft
Varonis Systems has released Version 8.6 of its Data Security Platform, with enhanced security for Microsoft 365 and new threat models to combat ransomware.
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Kaspersky uncovers multiple vulnerabilities in wearable tracking technology
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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it in healthcare
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cybersecurity
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telehealth
Kaspersky finds 33 vulnerabilities in protocol for transmitting data from wearable devices, including 18 critical ones in 2021 alone.
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Empired wins $59M, multi-year contract with Water Corporation
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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it infrastructure
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itsm
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workplace
Empired lands AU$59m contract with Water Corporation for digital workplace and infrastructure managed services.
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Qualys adds advanced remediation capabilities to Cloud Platform
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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cloud services
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security vulnerabilities
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software
The new update enables organisations to fix asset misconfigurations, patch OS and third-party applications, and deploy custom software.
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MITRE and DTEX Systems partner to raise risk awareness and improve cyber defence
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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uc
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licensing
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partner programmes
MITRE and DTEX Systems collaborate to raise insider risk awareness through behavioural-based research and the MITRE Inside-R Protect program.
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Nucleus Security teams up with Mandiant to enhance vulnerability management programs with threat intelligence
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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security vulnerabilities
Nucleus Security has entered into a strategic partnership with Mandiant, the leader in dynamic cyber defense and response.
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ESET discovers DazzleSpy, a new macOS spying malware
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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malware
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apple
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technology gifts
New macOS malware has been found, spying on visitors to a Hong Kong radio station news site, according to ESET Research.
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Massive state of unpreparedness for CCPA compliance exposed
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Only 11% of companies meet California Consumer Privacy Act requirements, especially with Data Subject Access Requests, new research finds.
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Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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big data
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data analytics
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bi
Tech salaries are increasing 15-30% on average globally, while the ability to work from home is a non-negotiable for most.
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Fortinet announces 2021 winners of Australian partner awards
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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firewall
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network management
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network security
Fortinet announces Australian partner awards, recognising achievements in facilitating secure network transitions.
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Salesforce now requiring all users to implement MFA
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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bi
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big data
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cloud services
Salesforce has strengthened its security measures by implementing multi-factor authentication for all users to combat cyber attacks.
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PAM security specialist ThycoticCentrify rebrands to Delinea
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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pam
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rebrand
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thycoticcentrify
ThycoticCentrify rebrands as Delinea, emphasising its specialisation in privileged access management. CEO Art Gilliland leads the renamed company.