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Fresh expert analysis reveals deeper concerns after Qantas cyber attack
Software-as-a-Service

Fresh expert analysis reveals deeper concerns after Qantas cyber attack

A cyber attack on Qantas highlights the rising threat from sophisticated hackers targeting top Australian brands and their data security.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

Global Stories

Linux stories

North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware
Malware

North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware

A North Korean group has used blockchain-based EtherHiding to secretly deploy malware, targeting developers in tech and cryptocurrency sectors worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Linux Foundation to form React Foundation for open governance
Open source

Linux Foundation to form React Foundation for open governance

The Linux Foundation is launching the React Foundation to govern React and React Native, with Meta and firms like Amazon and Microsoft among its founding members.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Broadcom patches VMware zero-day exploited for nearly a year
Cloud Security

Broadcom patches VMware zero-day exploited for nearly a year

Broadcom patches a VMware zero-day flaw exploited for nearly a year, allowing attackers root access to virtual machines in certain configurations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Pentera adds Cl0p ransomware testing for Windows & Linux
Endpoint Protection

Pentera adds Cl0p ransomware testing for Windows & Linux

Pentera has added Cl0p ransomware testing to its platform, enabling organisations to safely assess defences on both Windows and Linux systems against this active threat.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
AI-driven phishing & ransomware surge in first half of 2025
Malware

AI-driven phishing & ransomware surge in first half of 2025

Acronis reports a 70% rise in ransomware victims in H1 2025, with AI-driven phishing attacks surging, especially targeting managed service providers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025
Exclusive: Craig Stanley on SAP-driven enterprise architecture transformation
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Craig Stanley on SAP-driven enterprise architecture transformation

Enterprise architects are urged to close the gap between digital strategies and execution by fostering shared vision and agile transformation amid evolving AI technologies.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
BeyondTrust boosts secure remote support for public sector compliance
Data Protection

BeyondTrust boosts secure remote support for public sector compliance

BeyondTrust enhances remote support with FIPS 140-2 and CJIS compliance, aiding public sector IT teams in meeting stringent security standards without VPNs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Rapid7 integrates Active Patching for automated risk mitigation
Firewalls

Rapid7 integrates Active Patching for automated risk mitigation

Rapid7 launches Active Patching, an automated feature in Exposure Command, to speed up vulnerability fixes and reduce risks using Automox technology.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
AWS brings vibe coding to the Enterprise with spec-driven Kiro IDE tool
DevOps

AWS brings vibe coding to the Enterprise with spec-driven Kiro IDE tool

AWS unveils Kiro, an AI-powered IDE that transforms prototypes into production-ready code with spec-driven development and automated workflows.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Red Hat unveils no-cost Linux platform for business developers
Virtualisation

Red Hat unveils no-cost Linux platform for business developers

Red Hat launches no-cost Enterprise Linux for Business Developers, offering teams up to 25 instances for reliable app development and testing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
OPSWAT adds SentinelOne AI to boost Metascan malware defence
Data Protection

OPSWAT adds SentinelOne AI to boost Metascan malware defence

OPSWAT integrates SentinelOne's AI malware detection into Metascan Multiscanning, boosting threat defence across Windows and Linux platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
ManageEngine unveils MSP Central to streamline provider operations
Software-as-a-Service

ManageEngine unveils MSP Central to streamline provider operations

ManageEngine launches MSP Central, a cloud-native platform that unifies MSP operations, boosting efficiency with modular, AI-powered tools and security features.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Linux stories

Zen Internet marks 30 years as UK's oldest independent ISP
Unified Communications

Zen Internet marks 30 years as UK's oldest independent ISP

Zen Internet celebrates 30 years as the UK's oldest independent ISP, growing from a kitchen-table start-up to a national broadband provider with 650 staff.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
UK invests GBP £21 million to embed CHERI hardware security in tech
Supply Chain

UK invests GBP £21 million to embed CHERI hardware security in tech

The UK government invests GBP £21 million to embed CHERI hardware security, aiming to prevent 70% of common cyberattacks across critical sectors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Omada launches Cloud Gateway to boost hybrid identity security
Virtualisation

Omada launches Cloud Gateway to boost hybrid identity security

Omada launches Cloud Application Gateway to extend identity governance across hybrid IT, boosting security without firewall changes or custom integration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Lazarus subgroup deploys trio of RATs in finance sector attacks
Phishing

Lazarus subgroup deploys trio of RATs in finance sector attacks

Lazarus subgroup deploys three remote access trojans, including PondRAT and ThemeForestRAT, to target financial and cryptocurrency organisations with advanced cyberattacks.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025