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Zscaler unveils AI Security Suite to close visibility gap
Software-as-a-Service

Zscaler unveils AI Security Suite to close visibility gap

Zscaler launches an AI Security Suite to tackle soaring enterprise AI risks, promising visibility into shadow AI and non-human traffic.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware
Malware

Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware

A recent Zscaler report reveals a 10% increase in cyberthreats via encrypted channels, now 87% of all attacks, with manufacturing most targeted.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks
EduTech

Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks

Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Zscaler unveils advanced AI Data Protection Platform innovations
Data Protection

Zscaler unveils advanced AI Data Protection Platform innovations

Zscaler unveils cutting-edge AI Data Protection Platform updates, addressing the 600% surge in AI/ML enterprise transactions and increasing security risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
Zscaler & Google unite for enhanced zero-trust security
Data Protection

Zscaler & Google unite for enhanced zero-trust security

Zscaler and Google team up to integrate Zscaler Private Access with Chrome Enterprise, setting new standards in zero-trust cybersecurity for private apps.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
Zscaler report raises alarm over VPN vulnerabilities in Australia
Firewalls

Zscaler report raises alarm over VPN vulnerabilities in Australia

Zscaler's 2024 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals concerns over VPN vulnerabilities amidst rising cyber attacks in Australia, prompting a shift towards Zero Trust architecture.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
India ranks third globally for phishing attacks in 2023
Cloud Security

India ranks third globally for phishing attacks in 2023

India ranks third globally, standing as the most targeted APAC region for phishing attacks in 2023, with the tech sector facing 33% of all instances.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Manufacturing sector hit hardest by 400% rise in IoT malware attacks
Malware

Manufacturing sector hit hardest by 400% rise in IoT malware attacks

The manufacturing industry is the biggest victim of a 400% YoY increase in IoT and OT malware attacks, as per Zscaler.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2023
Nearly 40% increase in global ransomware attacks – report
Ransomware

Nearly 40% increase in global ransomware attacks – report

Ransomware attacks have increased by almost 40%, with cybercriminals targeting organisations with cyber insurance, says a new report by Zscaler.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2023
Zscaler uncovers increasing complexity and sophistication of ransomware
Ransomware

Zscaler uncovers increasing complexity and sophistication of ransomware

Zscaler reveals rise in ransomware attacks targeting public entities and organizations with cyber insurance in its 2023 ThreatLabz Ransomware Report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2023
Zscaler unveils cybersecurity innovations for its zero trust platform
Platform-as-a-Service

Zscaler unveils cybersecurity innovations for its zero trust platform

These new services transform secure branch connectivity and provide continuous monitoring and threat detection for identity-based attacks.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2023
Zscaler unveils generative AI-powered cyber solutions suite
Cloud Security

Zscaler unveils generative AI-powered cyber solutions suite

Zcaler's cloud security data lake enables new AI-powered security controls to detect millions of new attacks while safeguarding sensitive data.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2023
Zscaler debuts four new cybersecurity services to halt attacks
Data Analytics

Zscaler debuts four new cybersecurity services to halt attacks

Zscaler has debuted four new cybersecurity services and capabilities which further extend the power of its Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange cloud security platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023
Zscaler launches advanced security solutions powered by generative AI
Cloud Security

Zscaler launches advanced security solutions powered by generative AI

Zscaler unveils advanced security solutions that leverage generative AI while preserving enterprise data and intellectual property.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023
Zscaler extends Zero Trust Exchange cloud security platform
Cloud Security

Zscaler extends Zero Trust Exchange cloud security platform

Zscaler has debuted four new cybersecurity services and capabilities which further extend its Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange cloud security platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2023
ChatGPT and AI tools drive up phishing threats - report
Phishing

ChatGPT and AI tools drive up phishing threats - report

Zscaler's 2023 ThreatLabz Phishing Report reveals that modern phishing attacks rely on stolen credentials and AI tools like ChatGPT.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Apr 2023

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Rebuilding after ransomware – The case of The British Library
Malware

Rebuilding after ransomware – The case of The British Library

Rogue Russian hackers crippled The British Library's operations, pushing the respected institution into the pre-digital age through a malicious ransomware attack, sparking months of system rebuilding efforts.

By Conan Bradley • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024