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Zayo report shows dramatic rise in DDoS attacks across Europe
Unified Communications

Zayo report shows dramatic rise in DDoS attacks across Europe

DDoS attacks surge 106% in six months, with average duration up 18%. Zayo highlights AI advances and geopolitical conflicts as key drivers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024

Global Stories

Barracuda study shows healthcare sector most targeted by ransomware
Firewalls

Barracuda study shows healthcare sector most targeted by ransomware

New research by Barracuda Networks shows 44% of foiled ransomware attacks detected during lateral movement. Healthcare remains top target, up to 21% of incidents.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Australian emergency services' IT vulnerability exposed by SOTI report
Mobile Device Management

Australian emergency services' IT vulnerability exposed by SOTI report

A SOTI report unveils major IT vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency services, raising alarms after CrowdStrike's global outage affected 8.5 million devices.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Logic Wireless: New Motorola Solutions body worn video distribution Australasia announcement
EduTech

Logic Wireless: New Motorola Solutions body worn video distribution Australasia announcement

Logic Wireless to distribute Motorola Solutions' Body Worn Video portfolio across Australasia, providing cutting-edge security solutions for diverse sectors.

By Tony Davis • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Ransomware attacks soar 63% in US, 67% in UK, says report
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks soar 63% in US, 67% in UK, says report

A Malwarebytes report reveals a 63% surge in US ransomware attacks and a 67% rise in the UK. The US healthcare sector is particularly hard-hit, enduring 71% of global attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Major security flaw found in NHS chatbot service by Tenable
Cloud Security

Major security flaw found in NHS chatbot service by Tenable

Tenable warns of a high-severity flaw in Microsoft's Azure Health Bot Service, risking NHS patient data with potential for widespread access and control by hackers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
FedEx launches new Surround system for smart logistics in APAC
Data Analytics

FedEx launches new Surround system for smart logistics in APAC

FedEx launches FedEx Surround in Singapore and Hong Kong SAR, offering intelligent logistics solutions to improve supply chain management in APAC.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Trustifi launches automated data loss prevention tool for MSPs
EduTech

Trustifi launches automated data loss prevention tool for MSPs

Trustifi launches an automated DLP tool for MSPs, offering pre-configured rules to streamline email security across industries like healthcare and finance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
CrowdStrike report reveals rise in cyber threats & intrusions
Endpoint Protection

CrowdStrike report reveals rise in cyber threats & intrusions

CrowdStrike's 2024 Threat Hunting Report exposes sophisticated cyber threats from nation-state actors and eCrime groups, highlighting a 55% rise in hands-on-keyboard intrusions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
AppOmni unveils new threat detection features for SaaS security
Software-as-a-Service

AppOmni unveils new threat detection features for SaaS security

AppOmni unveils advanced threat detection tools to enhance SaaS security. Key features include identity-centric analysis and a comprehensive SaaS Security Health Dashboard.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Appian's new platform release enhances AI & compliance features
Data Fabric

Appian's new platform release enhances AI & compliance features

Appian's new platform version boosts enterprise AI with generative AI chatbots and enhanced compliance features, ready to transform data management and processes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Ransomware attacks surge 58% in July, breaking records
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks surge 58% in July, breaking records

Ransomware attacks surged by 58% in July, with 60 publicly disclosed incidents, marking a record-breaking month for cybercrime, according to Blackfog.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 18th Aug 2024
Radware report reveals 265% rise in global web DDoS attacks
Crypto

Radware report reveals 265% rise in global web DDoS attacks

Radware's H1 2024 report shows a 265% surge in global web DDoS attacks, largely due to geopolitical tensions and increased exploitation of application infrastructure.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

LG invests USD $10 million in SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund
Artificial Intelligence

LG invests USD $10 million in SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund

LG Electronics pledges USD $10 million to SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund, targeting AI and deep-tech startup growth and future business innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Vistar Media expands into Taiwan with new strategic partnerships
Health Technologies

Vistar Media expands into Taiwan with new strategic partnerships

Vistar Media partners with KanBan Culture and PilotTV to enter Taiwan, bolstering its out-of-home media marketplace across the Asia-Pacific region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
ViCyber offers affordable cyber solutions to Australian SMEs
Ransomware

ViCyber offers affordable cyber solutions to Australian SMEs

ViCyber offers SMEs affordable, automated cyber solutions amid stricter regulations and rising cyber threat costs, aiming to prevent substantial losses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Prudential & Google Cloud team up for AI innovation push
Unified Communications

Prudential & Google Cloud team up for AI innovation push

Prudential and Google Cloud expand their partnership to launch an AI Lab in Singapore, aiming to transform insurance with innovative AI-driven products and applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024