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 184
Apple unveils iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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displays
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apple
Apple has introduced the new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini, the next generation of the tech giant's smartphone.
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Fortinet and Linksys joint venture launches enterprise security solution
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Enterprise IT teams are struggling to enable their workforce to work effectively from anywhere while protecting their organisation from security threats.
Rise in cyberattacks, ransomware during COVID-19 boosts IT security skills
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Increased security challenges during the pandemic offered IT teams a unique opportunity to build their cybersecurity expertise.
Constant threat of ransomware causing data protection headaches
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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malware
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Organisations are facing several data protection challenges driven by the constant threat of ransomware and the consumption of emerging technologies.
Security experts weigh in on United Nations hacking breach
Mon, 13th Sep 2021
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
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hacking
Hackers sold a United Nations employee's stolen username and password on the dark web for $1000, according to reports.
BlackBerry enhances Microsoft 365 cybersecurity integration
Mon, 13th Sep 2021
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uc
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hybrid cloud
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partner programmes
BlackBerry UEM and Microsoft 365 customers can enjoy a secure version of modern authentication in the cloud, in addition to on-premises environments.
Dell Technologies and HCL to deliver advanced cyber recovery to protect against ransomware
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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malware
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Organisations continue to grapple with an unprecedented wave of ransomware attacks that cause security and data recovery challenges.
A third of suspicious emails reported by employees are phishing
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
One third of emails reported as phishing by employees are either malicious or highly suspect, new research finds.
IBM teams up with Aqua Security for end-to-end cloud native security
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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virtualisation
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cloud security
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open source
Aqua Security will provide new tools to help customers better secure the full lifecycle of Red Hat OpenShift containerised workloads on IBM Power servers.
New data classification cloud launched for Box and Google Drive
Thu, 9th Sep 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Varonis Systems has introduced Data Classification Cloud, a solution that adds data discovery context to its DatAdvantage Cloud offering.
Infamous criminal ransomware group REvil is back
Thu, 9th Sep 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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supply chain
REvil ransomware group makes a comeback with its websites mysteriously reappearing, raising concerns among cybersecurity experts.
Misconfiguration sees Android user data at risk of being exposed
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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avast
More than 19,300 Android apps have been found to expose user data due to misconfiguration of the Firebase database, according to Avast.
A10 Networks expands security portfolio to bolster Zero Trust architectures
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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malware
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ddos
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zero trust security
A10 Networks has enhanced its security solutions to help customers meet and accelerate their Zero Trust strategies.
Android espionage: ESET uncovers BladeHawk campaign via Facebook
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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facebook
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cyber espionage
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eset
ESET researchers uncover targeted mobile espionage campaign against Kurdish group, distributed via Facebook profiles.
Lenovo to leverage smart tech as it commits to climate change goals
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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lenovo
Lenovo commits to ambitious climate change and sustainability goals, including improvements in energy efficiency and use of renewable energy.
91% of industrial companies open to cyber attacks
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
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positive technologies
Over 90% of industrial companies are vulnerable to cyber attacks, with attackers gaining access to critical systems.
The growing cybersecurity menace that is Droppers-as-a-Service
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Droppers for hire are delivering bundles of malicious content to targets looking for cracked versions of popular business and consumer applications.
WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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whatsapp
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check point software
Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.
APAC top target for network DDoS attacks - report
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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ddos
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devops
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apm
Asia Pacific top target for network DDoS attacks, with a third of attacks targeting Taiwan, according to new research from Imperva.
Hootsuite deepens partnership with Microsoft Teams
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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uc
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
The deepening of Hootsuite and Microsoft's alliance will enable brands to extend their reach through employee networks.