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Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security
Multi-factor authentication

Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security

On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Silent Push unveils enhanced threat intelligence with Feed Scanner
Semiconductors

Silent Push unveils enhanced threat intelligence with Feed Scanner

Silent Push launches upgraded Threat Intelligence Management with Feed Scanner interface to boost enterprises' early cyber threat detection and response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Password security evolves as regulations & threats intensify
Data Protection

Password security evolves as regulations & threats intensify

Organisations must advance password security with AI-driven methods and blockchain tech to meet tougher regulations and combat sophisticated cyber threats.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub to streamline threat response
Security Information and Event Management

Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub to streamline threat response

Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub, a curated threat intelligence platform designed to help security teams prioritise and respond to alerts efficiently within existing workflows.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify
Malware

Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify

A new report reveals that 90% of IT leaders faced cyberattacks in 2024, with nearly one fifth enduring over 25 breaches amid growing cloud vulnerabilities.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Expel expands MDR platform to boost email threat detection
Software-as-a-Service

Expel expands MDR platform to boost email threat detection

Expel expands its managed detection and response service to tackle email threats, integrating with Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, and Sublime Security.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Malware

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming

New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Chris Boyd • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends

Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management
Data Protection

Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management

Amidst growing data volumes, Australian organisations face dual challenges: capitalising on valuable insights while safeguarding against rising security threats.

By George Dragatsis • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
Malware

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954

Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Exclusive: Why every day should be World Backup Day
Firewalls

Exclusive: Why every day should be World Backup Day

As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing
Malware

How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing

Elastic Security Labs has unveiled SHELBY, a sophisticated malware family linked to phishing attacks against an Iraqi telecom firm, raising security alarms.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Cybersecurity threats in healthcare sector risk patient safety
Ransomware

Cybersecurity threats in healthcare sector risk patient safety

Trustwave warns that the increasing digitalisation of healthcare exposes critical vulnerabilities that could threaten patient lives, as detailed in new reports.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks

A recent Bitdefender report reveals February 2025 as the worst month for ransomware, with victims rising 126% to 962, including a notable impact on Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
IT-ISAC identifies top cyber threats using new framework
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

IT-ISAC identifies top cyber threats using new framework

The IT-ISAC reveals 58 high-risk cyber adversaries targeting the sector, urging companies to adopt a new risk assessment framework to mitigate threats.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms
Malware

Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms

The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025

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ETSI sets global baseline for AI cyber security with new standard
Data Protection

ETSI sets global baseline for AI cyber security with new standard

ETSI has launched a new technical specification to bolster cybersecurity for AI systems, setting standards to protect users and guide global AI security practices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Australians warned of rising election scams as poll nears
Phishing

Australians warned of rising election scams as poll nears

Cyber experts warn Australian voters to beware election scams ahead of the federal poll, predicting tactics similar to those seen in the US as threats rise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025