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Zombie APIs: the resident evil in too many businesses
DevOps

Zombie APIs: the resident evil in too many businesses

The unchecked use of Zombie APIs in businesses has underscored a rising cybersecurity threat, with attackers exploiting these neglected interfaces and costing firms up to $75bn annually.

By Matias Madou • 5 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response
Malware

The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response

Endpoint threats soared by 50% in 2023, prompting organisations to adopt Endpoint Automated Investigation and Response (EAIR) to enhance security and respond swiftly to data breaches.

By Nils Krumrey • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
Cloudflare launches Defensive AI for threat protection
Data Protection

Cloudflare launches Defensive AI for threat protection

Cloudflare unveils Defensive AI, a personalised security strategy to protect organisations against threats from emerging technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
Silobreaker launches integration with MITRE ATT&CK
Malware

Silobreaker launches integration with MITRE ATT&CK

Security firm Silobreaker launches a groundbreaking integration with MITRE ATT&CK to streamline threat analysis and response, boosting cyber defence across numerous sectors.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Defending against modern adversaries requires greater diversity
Malware

IWD 2024: Defending against modern adversaries requires greater diversity

Cyberattacks are becoming faster and smarter, demanding a cybersecurity industry imbued with diverse, non-technical skills to craft innovative defences, reveals the CrowdStrike 2024 Global Threat Report.

By Jana Dekanovska • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Radware reveals surge in cyber attacks in 2024 report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Radware reveals surge in cyber attacks in 2024 report

Radware's 2024 threat analysis shows a worrying 171% increase in malicious web activity, driven by escalating Layer 7 Web DDoS attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Active allyship: Making cyber a place for all
Cybersecurity

IWD 2024: Active allyship: Making cyber a place for all

IWD 2024 calls for authentic allyship in cybersecurity, urging organisations to move beyond the surface-level, performative displays, and pursue tangible diversity and inclusion annually.

By Yvonne Eskenzi • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Advice for women seeking and building a career in cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

IWD 2024: Advice for women seeking and building a career in cybersecurity

On International Women's Day 2024, industry veteran encourages women to confidently pursue cybersecurity careers, dispelling fears and underlining the sector's need for diverse skill sets and perspectives.

By Louise Hanna • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Cyber threats surge in APAC region, reveals Group-IB report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats surge in APAC region, reveals Group-IB report

Group-IB reveals a 39% surge in ransomware attacks across APAC, with the region named as a prime target for advanced cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
Cybersecurity report reveals 75% spike in cloud attacks
AI Security

Cybersecurity report reveals 75% spike in cloud attacks

CrowdStrike's 2024 Global Threat Report unveils a 75% spike in successful cloud attacks along with a worrying rise in the speed and stealthiness of cybercrimes.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Cybermindz launches CISOSupport for mental health of cybersecurity chiefs
Health Technologies

Cybermindz launches CISOSupport for mental health of cybersecurity chiefs

Cybermindz.org has unveiled CISOSupport, an innovative initiative aimed at tackling the high rate of job burnout among cybersecurity leaders by providing tailored mental health support.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Why 2024 is the year of scaling security efficiencies
Malware

Why 2024 is the year of scaling security efficiencies

In 2024, cybersecurity leaders grapple with higher data breaches, flat budgets, and increasing complexity by focusing on scaling efficiencies and securing hybrid cloud infrastructure.

By Shane Buckley • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience
Ransomware

Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience

In response to the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, the Australian Signals Directorate has revised its Essential Eight Maturity Model (E8MM), incorporating exposure management to proactively identify and prioritise risks, aiding businesses in effectively defending against cyber attacks.

By Scott McKinnel • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Kaspersky exposes AI exploitation trend on the dark web
Malware

Kaspersky exposes AI exploitation trend on the dark web

Kaspersky study reveals an alarming increase in criminals discussing the use of AI tools for cyber exploitation on the dark web.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024
Six trends that will shape Cybersecurity in 2024
Large Language Models

Six trends that will shape Cybersecurity in 2024

Rising use of QR codes and Large Language Models, automation in Managed Service Providers, booming AI spear phishing on the Dark Web, acceleration of AI-based 'vishing', and privacy threats from VR/MR headsets are predicted to shape the cybersecurity realm in 2024.

By Anthony Daniel • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Jan 2024
Data Privacy Day: Watchguard gives warning about 'free' services
Firewalls

Data Privacy Day: Watchguard gives warning about 'free' services

On Data Privacy Day, WatchGuard's VP of Identity, Carla Roncato, warns of the less conspicuous costs linked with 'free' services.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
Acronis pioneers Advanced Security & EDR integration in cybersecurity
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Acronis pioneers Advanced Security & EDR integration in cybersecurity

Acronis leads industry innovation with Integrated Advanced Security and EDR, targeting AI-driven cyberattacks and eliminating added costs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2024

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