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Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks
Storage

Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Satellite IoT revenue to reach USD $5.8 billion by 2027
Firewalls

Satellite IoT revenue to reach USD $5.8 billion by 2027

A Juniper Research study predicts satellite IoT revenue will surge from USD $2.9 billion in 2024 to USD $5.8 billion by 2027, driven by demand for remote connectivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Tenable reveals vulnerability in Open Policy Agent for Windows
Risk & Compliance

Tenable reveals vulnerability in Open Policy Agent for Windows

Tenable has revealed a medium-severity vulnerability in Open Policy Agent for Windows that exposes user credentials, urging updates to version 0.68.0.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
SailPoint unveils new identity security cloud solution
Privileged Access Management

SailPoint unveils new identity security cloud solution

SailPoint Technologies has launched its Identity Security Cloud feature, Privileged Task Automation, enabling organisations to enhance security and productivity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
Sectigo launches SiteLock 2.0 to enhance SMB security
Security Operations Centres

Sectigo launches SiteLock 2.0 to enhance SMB security

Sectigo has launched SiteLock 2.0, a revamped website security platform designed to assist small and medium-sized businesses in protecting their online assets.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
Firewalls

WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report

WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Sonatype report highlights rising threats in open source
Supply Chain

Sonatype report highlights rising threats in open source

Sonatype's latest report reveals open source software now comprises 90% of modern development, with a staggering 156% rise in malicious packages.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
NinjaOne launches AI tool & appoints data VP Carusone
Generative AI

NinjaOne launches AI tool & appoints data VP Carusone

NinjaOne elevates Joel Carusone to Senior Vice President of Data and AI, unveiling a new AI tool aimed at streamlining patch management for IT teams.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
October Patch Tuesday has revealed 118 Vulnerabilities
Open source

October Patch Tuesday has revealed 118 Vulnerabilities

Microsoft has addressed 118 vulnerabilities in its October 2024 Patch Tuesday, including five with evidence of exploitation, amid ongoing security concerns.

By Adam Barnett • 7 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Forescout discovers security flaws in DrayTek routers
Ransomware

Forescout discovers security flaws in DrayTek routers

Forescout Technologies has unveiled 14 security vulnerabilities in DrayTek routers, raising significant cybersecurity concerns globally and urging urgent protective measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures
Virtual Private Networks

Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures

Ivanti's report reveals a disconnect as 81% of employees using Gen AI lack training, raising security concerns; only 13% of security pros prioritise user experience.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
CrowdStrike under fire at US hearing after global IT outage
AI Security

CrowdStrike under fire at US hearing after global IT outage

CrowdStrike faced fierce questioning at a US congressional hearing following a global IT outage in July, raising doubts about its software management robustness.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Leapwork report reveals flawed AI testing, highlights need for change
DevOps

Leapwork report reveals flawed AI testing, highlights need for change

A Leapwork survey reveals only 16% of firms find their software testing efficient, despite 85% having integrated AI, uncovering widespread performance issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Entro Security report reveals critical risks in managing NHIs
Cybersecurity

Entro Security report reveals critical risks in managing NHIs

Report reveals grave cybersecurity flaws, with 97% of Non-Human Identities having excessive privileges and 44% of tokens exposed.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
HackerOne launches free tier for vulnerability disclosure program
Marketing Technologies

HackerOne launches free tier for vulnerability disclosure program

HackerOne has introduced Essential VDP, aiming to aid organisations in handling security vulnerabilities and meeting compliance standards.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
September Patch Tuesday has revealed 79 vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity

September Patch Tuesday has revealed 79 vulnerabilities

Microsoft's September Patch Tuesday addresses 79 vulnerabilities, including four critical RCEs and bugs with in-the-wild exploitation. Surprisingly, no browser patches yet.

By Adam Barnett • 6 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Opus security unveils advanced AI-driven vulnerability engine
Unified Communications

Opus security unveils advanced AI-driven vulnerability engine

Opus Security unveils its AI-powered Advanced Multi-Layered Prioritization Engine, revolutionising how organisations manage and address vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

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Survey: only 16% find their software testing efficient
DevOps

Survey: only 16% find their software testing efficient

Only 16% of organisations find their software testing effective amidst AI integration, revealing significant challenges and a need for better test practices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024