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Akamai releases Defenders’ Guide 2025 for APJ region
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
Akamai Technologies has launched the Defenders’ Guide 2025, a comprehensive report for APJ cybersecurity professionals facing rising cyber threats.
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New SparkCat Trojan targets AppStore & Google Play users
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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smartphones
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.
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Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.
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Advisory dispels myths threatening organisational security
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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phishing
Companies of all sizes must dispel cybersecurity myths that jeopardise data, warns IDS-INDATA, as cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.
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WatchGuard joins AWS ISV Accelerate Program for growth
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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hyperscale
WatchGuard Technologies has joined the Amazon Web Services ISV Accelerate Program to enhance its global cybersecurity offerings via the AWS Marketplace.
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Proofpoint named Governance leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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cybersecurity
Proofpoint has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance, highlighting its excellence in data management solutions.
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Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.
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Cutting through complexity: How a unified approach can help safeguard IT systems
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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casb
Australian organisations are grappling with complexity in cyber security, as 70% feel AI is outpacing their defenses amid rising AI-generated threats.
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Commvault launches secure cloud solution with CIS images
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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data protection
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hyperscale
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it automation
Commvault has launched an innovative solution with CIS-hardened images for cloud deployment, enhancing security and compliance across major platforms.
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KnowBe4 appoints Wehmeyer as VP of customer success
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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leadership
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knowbe4
KnowBe4 has announced the appointment of Werner Wehmeyer as Executive Vice President of Customer Success, aiming to enhance their global customer strategies.
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What you see is usually not what you get with browser extensions
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
A recent study highlights the security risks posed by browser extensions, revealing how deceptive permissions can enable malicious activities, endangering users.
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BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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hyperscale
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pam
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cloud security
BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.
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Cyware partners with Team Cymru for enhanced threat feeds
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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malware
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cybersecurity
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automation
Cyware has unveiled a partnership with Team Cymru to enhance its Threat Intelligence Platform, aiming to boost real-time cybersecurity against evolving threats.
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FlexibleFerret malware evades Apple's XProtect updates
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
SentinelLabs has revealed that new variants of North Korean FERRET malware, dubbed FlexibleFerret, evade Apple's XProtect, targeting macOS users through job interview scams.
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Arctic Wolf completes acquisition of Blackberry's Cylance
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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smartphones
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Arctic Wolf has announced the completion of its acquisition of Blackberry's Cylance, integrating its advanced security capabilities into the Aurora platform.
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Verizon Business appoints new head of APAC cybersecurity
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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verizon
Verizon Business has appointed Mark Trumble as Head of Cybersecurity Sales for the Asia-Pacific region, bolstering its commitment to combat rising cyber threats.
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Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has warned of a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063 targeting government entities across Central Asia and Europe, amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
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Ricoh featured in Gartner's 2024 Magic Quadrant report
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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document management
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digital transformation
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ecm
Ricoh has made its debut in Gartner's inaugural 2024 Magic Quadrant report for Document Management, enhancing its status in process automation and efficiency.
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Claroty wins 2025 Best in KLAS for Healthcare IoT security
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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physical security
Claroty has been named Best in KLAS for Healthcare IoT Security for its xDome solution, achieving top performance for the fifth consecutive year.
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SolarWinds to be acquired by Turn/River for USD $4.4bn
Sun, 9th Feb 2025
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hybrid cloud
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multi-cloud
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solarwinds
SolarWinds has struck a deal to be acquired by Turn/River Capital for around USD $4.4 billion, offering shareholders a premium of 35% per share.