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Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester
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Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.
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Dell & ITE partner to launch VDI centre in Singapore
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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Dell Technologies has partnered with the Institute of Technical Education to launch a hybrid cloud VDI Centre, enhancing digital skills and AI readiness for Singapore's workforce.
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Cybercriminals advance with MEDUSA ransomware campaign
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ransomware
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Elastic Security Labs has revealed a sophisticated campaign deploying MEDUSA ransomware via the ABYSSWORKER driver, undermining endpoint security measures.
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Exclusive: Rayven reveals how SMBs can harness automation to stay competitive
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Small and medium-sized businesses must embrace automation to thrive amid rising costs and stiff competition, experts stress as technologies become increasingly accessible.
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Bybit: when hackers target people, not systems
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Bybit suffered a major hack, exposing vulnerabilities from human error rather than blockchain flaws, as attackers manipulated staff to divert funds.
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Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats
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malware
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data protection
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Netflix's new series Zero Day highlights the real threat of zero-day vulnerabilities, emphasising the need for robust cybersecurity measures to prevent attacks.
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CirrusHQ aids CREST's global exam expansion to 70+ nations
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certification
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CirrusHQ has enabled CREST International to expand its cyber exam programme to over 70 countries, enhancing accessibility and cutting costs by 33%.
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Thales survey reveals declining trust in digital services
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data protection
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digital transformation
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biometrics
Thales' 2025 Digital Trust Index reveals plummeting consumer trust in digital services, with 82% abandoning brands due to data privacy fears.
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Kaspersky acclaimed for OT cybersecurity innovation in Asia
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Kaspersky has been praised by VDC Research for its significant role in the Operational Technology cybersecurity market, particularly in Asia and Europe.
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Exclusive: How ISMS.online is helping businesses tackle compliance challenges
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ai ethics & governance
ISMS.online is transforming compliance for businesses, making complex standards accessible and manageable with innovative tools and expert guidance.
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AI growth challenges data security in major enterprises
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digital transformation
A new survey highlights that 82% of cybersecurity teams struggle with data visibility as AI adoption rises, revealing significant security challenges for businesses.
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Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025
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Red Canary's 2025 Threat Detection Report reveals alarming trends in cybersecurity, with identity attacks quadrupling and new malware techniques emerging.
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Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
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Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.
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Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security
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ClickFix attacks, leveraging human error over software flaws, are now a dominant threat to enterprises, outpacing existing security measures.
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Google’s USD $32B Wiz acquisition sparks concerns over cloud security neutrality
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Google's acquisition of Wiz for USD $32 billion has raised concerns about cloud security neutrality, potentially compromising the firm's independence and its customers' trust.
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Prominent spyware firm SpyX breached, exposing Apple users
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surveillance
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breach prevention
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data privacy
A significant data breach at spyware firm SpyX has reportedly affected nearly two million individuals, including thousands of Apple users, raising serious concerns.
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Professor Brian Cox to headline major information security event
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
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Professor Brian Cox will deliver the keynote at Infosecurity Europe 2025, tackling quantum computing's challenges for cybersecurity on 3 June at ExCeL London.
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Orange Cyberdefense earns global recognition for XSIAM
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
Orange Cyberdefense has gained global recognition for its cybersecurity solutions, earning the prestigious Cortex XSIAM Select Specialisation Status from Palo Alto Networks.
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Westcon-Comstor & Claroty join forces for ASEAN security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Westcon-Comstor has forged a strategic alliance with Claroty to boost cyber-physical systems security across ASEAN, safeguarding crucial infrastructure in the region.
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Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Red Alpha Cybersecurity has appointed Mr Pang Tzer Yeu as Chief Information Security Officer-in-Residence to combat Singapore's estimated shortfall of 4,000 cybersecurity professionals.