Webroot stories

Lack of understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning contributing to cybersecurity attacks
Wed, 29th Sep 2021
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Over half of IT decision makers are unsure of what artificial intelligence and machine learning actually mean, according to a report by Webroot.

Malware variants becoming increasingly prevalent, sophisticated and evolved
Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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Malware variants are becoming more sophisticated and prevalent, posing a greater threat to businesses, according to Giacom and Webroot.

2020's nastiest malware revealed
Wed, 28th Oct 2020
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Phishing, botnets, and ransomware are the top cybersecurity threats of 2020, taking advantage of the global pandemic, according to Webroot.

Another cryptocurrency exchange breached, but at least investors are safe
Thu, 9th May 2019
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Binance hacked, £29m in Bitcoin stolen, users safe as firm taps reserve funds. Security under scrutiny.

Carbonite closes $618.5m buyout of security firm Webroot
Wed, 27th Mar 2019
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Carbonite seals $618.5m deal, Webroot becomes its new business unit led by former CFO John Post.

Governments playing catch-up with the changing face of crime
Fri, 8th Mar 2019
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Webroot’s Dan Slattery shares how cybercrime has changed in recent years - and why governments around the world are still far behind.

Webroot to be sold for $618.5m
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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Webroot is about to be sold to data protection firm Carbonite for US$618.5 million after the two companies entered into a definitive agreement this week.

If you only keep one New Year’s resolution, protect your business
Mon, 28th Jan 2019
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Cybercrime menaces still, even as SMBs underrate risks – a stark contrast to their $1bn annual loss.

2018’s worst malware revealed in report
Fri, 2nd Nov 2018
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Webroot has highlighted the top cyberattacks of 2018 in its latest Nastiest Malware list, which showcases the malware and attack payloads that have been most detrimental to organisations.

Cryptomining dethrones ransomware as 2018’s top threat - Webroot
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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This report also highlights the importance of implementing a robust and evolving security approach to protect valuable data and keep systems secure.

User passwords and email addresses compromised in Reddit breach
Thu, 2nd Aug 2018
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Its primary access points for code and infrastructure had required two-factor authentication via SMS, and the main attack intercepted the text.

Despite more training, SMBs feel unprepared for cyberattacks - Webroot
Mon, 2nd Jul 2018
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Almost 100% of businesses in the US, UK, and Australia conduct employee cybersecurity training, but 79% aren't fully prepared for cyber threats, according to a report by Webroot.

VPNFilter malware enslaving home networking devices worldwide
Fri, 25th May 2018
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A malware called VPNFilter is quickly becoming the security emergency of the year as the number of infections rises & few ways to defend against it.

Data privacy regulations causing headaches for AU businesses
Mon, 21st May 2018
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Only 9% of Australian businesses are prepared to comply with GDPR, despite feeling confident about NDB, according to Webroot's report.

You are invited: Master the keys to securing your IT environment
Mon, 14th May 2018
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The half-day events will provide an opportunity for MSPs to gain in-depth knowledge about cutting-edge technologies, MSP market trends.

Auckland, you’re invited: Secure your spot at the MSP event of the year
Mon, 7th May 2018
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Are you ready to become an MSP trailblazer? Come along to this event.

Report finds legacy cybersecurity a cinch for modern cybercrime
Fri, 23rd Mar 2018
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Data collected in 2017 shows that attacks like ransomware and cryptojacking are easily bypassing legacy security solutions due to lax businesses.

Analyst taps Webroot as “trail blazer” in APT protection
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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Webroot says it was recognised by Radicati Group for its real-time, cloud-based approach to preventing malware.

LogRhythm SIEM gets a boost with Webroot threat intelligence & IP reputation services
Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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LogRhythm and Webroot partner to enhance SIEM intelligence with IP reputation and threat intelligence services.

Where to focus your threat protection strategies this year
Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
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Some might think that by now organisations would have come to a point where they are a step ahead of criminals.

Round 2: New line-up of cybersecurity maestros comment on Uber breach
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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We covered an expert commentary story of the Uber breach - this is round 2 with Check Point, Barracuda, Digital Shadows, Mimecast, and Webroot.

Plenty more phish in the sea: 1.4 million of them each month, says Webroot
Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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Over 1.3 million unique phishing sites are being created monthly, becoming more targeted and harder to detect, according to Webroot.

Experts comment: Behind the Bluetooth 'BlueBorne' zero-days
Thu, 14th Sep 2017
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As news spreads of the Bluetooth zero-day that affects more than 5 billion devices, security experts are warning users to use Bluetooth with caution.

New Webroot boss flags ANZ markets as 'great potential'
Fri, 8th Sep 2017
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Webroot’s new global chief executive has flagged Australia and New Zealand as an area of ‘great potential’ for the cybersecurity vendor.