About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 183
Supply chain and ransomware threats drove increase in cyber intelligence sharing
Mon, 27th Sep 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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supply chain
There has been a increase in sophisticated cross-border cyber criminal campaigns against the financial sector and its supply chain.
Are banks, social media and telcos to blame for scam explosion?
Mon, 27th Sep 2021
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uc
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email security
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cybersecurity
Consumers think banks, retailers and mobile operators need to do more to protect them and their personal information from fraudsters.
Organisations struggling to provide necessary security to support remote working
Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The shift to remote work turned network access and network security into equally high, yet competing, priorities for network and security professionals.
CX tech rising, but human interaction still key
Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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crm
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cx
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martech
CX tech rises in importance, but human interaction remains crucial, according to the 2021 Global Customer Experience Benchmarking Report by NTT.
Increased volume of cyberattacks not translating to safer password practices
Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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passwords
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logmein
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cyber attacks
Two-thirds of people still re-use passwords across accounts, putting their sensitive information at risk, a report reveals.
Disconnect amongst IT leaders confident in managing cloud bills vs reality of unnecessary costs
Thu, 23rd Sep 2021
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multi-cloud
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cloud services
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virtana
Disconnect between IT leaders' confidence in managing cloud bills and the reality of unnecessary costs, according to new research.
IT leaders willing to spend green to get green
Thu, 23rd Sep 2021
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devops
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apm
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finops
IT leaders prioritize sustainability, with 68% considering vendors' green initiatives and 79% willing to pay a premium, says CloudBolt research.
Ransomware attacks reach disturbing levels
Thu, 23rd Sep 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attacks have reached 'stratospheric levels', now accounting for 69% of all attacks involving malware.
Global cybersecurity crisis accelerates with 5.4 million DDos attacks
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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ddos
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Cyberattacks continue to have a dramatic impact on private and public organisations and governments worldwide.
Amazon, Microsoft, Adobe amongst top brands impersonated in phishing attacks
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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phishing
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martech
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email security
Two million malicious emails evaded traditional defences, with Tessian Defender detecting tactics used by cybercriminals.
Security experts weigh in on Microsoft Azure security holes
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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public cloud
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open source
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cybersecurity
The vulnerabilities currently putting Azure customers at risk are just the latest in a staggering number of crippling threats in internet software.
IBM Security, McAfee develop new integrated security solution
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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iaas
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casb
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edge security
McAfee Enterprise has announced it has collaborated with IBM Security to develop an integrated solution for TD SYNNEX customers.
Critical infrastructure vulnerabilities surge as cybersecurity not up to scratch
Tue, 21st Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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critical infrastructure
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skybox security
New vulnerabilities in operational technology devices rose by 46% in H1 2021, posing a risk to critical infrastructure, says Skybox Security.
Less than half of company SaaS applications used by employees
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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saas
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productivity
Business investment in SaaS applications continues to climb despite widespread underutilisation of app licenses by employees.
Microsoft Azure alert for authentication bypass vulnerability in Linux products
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
A patch is currently available for this vulnerability, however many sysadmins are potentially unaware they have the OMI product installed and are at risk.
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Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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kaspersky
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passwords
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patching
More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.
The challenges of improving software supply chain security
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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software development
There is a glaring disconnect between executive concern and executive action when it comes to guarding against SolarWinds-style supply chain attacks.
Microsoft and LinkedIn share latest data, product innovations for hybrid work
Thu, 16th Sep 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
Microsoft and LinkedIn have unveiled new research and product updates to support organizations in adapting to hybrid work.
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday announcement 'alarming'
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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solar power
Microsoft's recent security updates have revealed alarming vulnerabilities, warns cybersecurity company Virsec.
Bigger display for new Apple Watch Series 7
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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wearables
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apple
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fitness tracker
Apple has today announced the Apple Watch Series 7, featuring a reengineered Always-On Retina display with significantly more screen area and thinner borders.