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Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered
Firewalls

Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered

Security flaws in 742 printer models from Brother and others risk remote attacks; users urged to update firmware and change default passwords immediately.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Jun 2025
Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost MDR speed & accuracy
Semiconductors

Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost MDR speed & accuracy

Rapid7 has introduced agentic AI workflows to its MDR platform, boosting SOC speed and accuracy by automating investigations and enhancing threat response.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost SOC response & efficiency
Semiconductors

Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost SOC response & efficiency

Rapid7 has launched agentic AI workflows within its MDR services to speed up SOC investigations, enhancing analyst efficiency and threat response accuracy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
Microsoft tackles WebDAV zero-day in June 2025 patch update
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Microsoft tackles WebDAV zero-day in June 2025 patch update

Microsoft's June 2025 patch fixes 67 flaws, including the first WebDAV zero-day in seven years and critical remote code execution issues across Windows and Office.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Rapid7 Q1 2025 incident response findings
Malware

Rapid7 Q1 2025 incident response findings

Rapid7's Q1 2025 report reveals stolen credentials without MFA cause 56% of breaches, while manufacturing faces the highest threat from ransomware attacks.

By Christopher Boyd • 8 min read • Thu, 5th Jun 2025
Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite
Firewalls

Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite

Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing threat exposure and risk management with AI-driven, multi-vendor defence integrated into its Infinity Platform.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Rapid7 unveils upgraded platform with $1M breach cover
Cybersecurity insurance

Rapid7 unveils upgraded platform with $1M breach cover

Rapid7 upgrades its Command Platform with AI-powered threat detection and unified remediation, backed by a USD $1 million Breach Protection Warranty for security teams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
World Password Day reminds us: It's time to rethink access security
Firewalls

World Password Day reminds us: It's time to rethink access security

World Password Day highlights the need for password managers and MFA as essential security measures against rising cyber threats in 2025.

By Robin Long • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Rapid7 unveils customisable MDR to boost enterprise security
Firewalls

Rapid7 unveils customisable MDR to boost enterprise security

Rapid7 unveils MDR for Enterprise, a tailored detection and response service offering 24/7 oversight to tackle complex cyber threats across diverse infrastructures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Rapid7 unveils platform to help SOC teams cut through alert noise
Security Information and Event Management

Rapid7 unveils platform to help SOC teams cut through alert noise

Rapid7 has unveiled Intelligence Hub, a platform designed to help security teams prioritise verified threats and improve response amidst rising alert volumes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub to streamline threat response
Security Information and Event Management

Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub to streamline threat response

Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub, a curated threat intelligence platform designed to help security teams prioritise and respond to alerts efficiently within existing workflows.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Malware

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming

New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Chris Boyd • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Rapid7 announces winners of 2025 Partner of the Year Awards
Cloud Security

Rapid7 announces winners of 2025 Partner of the Year Awards

Rapid7 has revealed the winners of its 2025 Partner of the Year Awards, honouring 27 partners across 17 categories for their outstanding achievements globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Rapid7 launches PACT Partner Program in APJ region
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Rapid7 launches PACT Partner Program in APJ region

Rapid7 has launched the PACT Partner Program in the APJ region to enhance partner resources, while promoting David Quist to Director of Channel Sales APJ.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
Exclusive: Cyber threats escalate as Australian organisations face sophisticated attacks
Ransomware

Exclusive: Cyber threats escalate as Australian organisations face sophisticated attacks

Australian organisations face escalating cyber threats as ransomware groups adopt advanced tactics previously seen only in state-sponsored attacks.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Rapid7 enhances platform with AI-driven threat detection
Cloud Security

Rapid7 enhances platform with AI-driven threat detection

Rapid7 has unveiled enhancements to its Command Platform, leveraging AI for improved threat detection and remediation in multi-cloud environments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities
Malware

Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its February 2025 update, including two now exploited, marking a fifth month of no critical zero-days released.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025

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