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CrowdStrike security issue causes global Windows system failures
Last week
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soc
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ai security
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healthtech
CrowdStrike's Falcon sensor causes global Windows BSOD, hitting emergency, banking, and aviation sectors.
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Defending against APTs: A learning exercise with Kimsuky
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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malware
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cybersecurity
Rapid7 Labs' new paper reveals Kimsuky’s sophisticated tactics, providing vital insights for security teams to bolster defences against these advanced persistent threats.
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Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber to boost security operations
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risk & compliance
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rapid7
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productivity
Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber, aiming to bolster its security ops platform with enhanced visibility and threat management. Expected closure: Q3 fiscal 2024.
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Rapid7 completes IRAP assessment, aiding Aussie agencies
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application security
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cybersecurity
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australian government
Rapid7 has completed its IRAP assessment at the PROTECTED level, allowing Australian Government agencies to employ its Insight Platform.
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Rapid7 integrates generative AI to enhance threat detection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
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partner programmes
Rapid7 unveils powerful generative AI in its Rapid7 AI Engine to revolutionise threat detection and response, enhancing their Managed Detection and Response services.
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Patch Tuesday has revealed 51 vulnerabilities
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cybersecurity
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outlook
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windows
Microsoft addresses 51 vulnerabilities in June 2024 Patch Tuesday, with one critical RCE for Windows, alongside patches for Office and SharePoint flaws.
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Rapid7's 2024 report reveals surge in zero-day exploits
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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mfa
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exploits
Rapid7’s 2024 Attack Intelligence Report highlights a sharp rise in zero-day vulnerabilities causing mass breaches and underscores the necessity for faster patching and robust MFA protocols.
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Rapid7 partners with Queens University Belfast for cloud security
Thu, 16th May 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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multi-cloud
Rapid7 partners with CSIT at Queens University Belfast to enhance cloud security using AI and ML, focusing on detecting risks and active threats.
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Patch Tuesday has revealed 61 vulnerabilities
Wed, 15th May 2024
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software development
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sharepoint
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developers
Microsoft's May 2024 Patch Tuesday addresses 61 vulnerabilities, including three zero-days. Two critical RCE flaws and browser patches are also highlighted.
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Rapid7 unveils patented ransomware prevention technology
Fri, 10th May 2024
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endpoint protection
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7 unveils a patented ransomware prevention technology, offering a comprehensive, multi-layered approach designed to anticipate, detect, and respond swiftly to advanced cyber attacks.
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Rapid7 announces UK & Ireland winners of 2024 Partner Awards
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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martech
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cx
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7 reveals Softcat, Integrity360 and Saepio Solutions as standout winners in its 2024 Partner Awards, lauding their proactive collaboration in enhancing customer cyber security.
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Rapid7 honours partners with 2024 Partner Of The Year Awards
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Rapid7 announces winners of its 2024 Partner Of The Year Awards, highlighting importance of collaboration for cyber security amidst increasing threats.
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Why the external attack surface matters: An analysis into APAC-related threat activities
Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
An analysis by Rapid7 Labs highlights the importance of the external attack surface in APAC cybersecurity, shedding light on threat activities and how regionally-targeted campaigns are utilised by ransomware actors.
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Rapid7 launches Managed Digital Risk Protection service
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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dr
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Rapid7, renowned for risk and threat detection, introduces Managed Digital Risk Protection service to proactively neutralise cyber threats.
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How CISOs’ roles – and security operations – will change in 2024
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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soc
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
There will be an immediate need for greater focus on compliance packs by CISOs, not just this year but over the next couple of years.
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The 2023 ransomware stats: A look back to plan ahead
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
What can the 2023 ransomware stats tell us about the year that was, and how can we use them to plan for the year ahead?.
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Rapid7 partners with Duo for strategic distribution in New Zealand
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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devops
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cloud security
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application security
New Zealand's cybersecurity expenditure could boost as Rapid7 appoints Duo, a branch of Sektor, for strategic distribution.
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2024 cybersecurity: Swap ChatGPT predictions for key resolutions
Tue, 19th Dec 2023
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data protection
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ai security
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cybersecurity
We suggest you make the following three resolutions and a promise to yourself that you will lay the groundwork to make them happen in 2024.
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Why 2024 is set to be a pivotal year in cybersecurity
Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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edutech
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ransomware
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partner programmes
With 2024 fast approaching, it’s becoming increasingly evident that next year will be a pivotal one in cybersecurity.
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Rapid7 unveils AI-powered cloud anomaly detection solution
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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ai
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ml
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early access
Rapid7 presents a state-of-the-art AI-empowered cloud anomaly detection system, available for early access customers.