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LockBit ransomware gang dismantled by global task force

Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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The notorious LockBit ransomware gang, linked to over £120m in extortion and impacting 2000+ victims globally, has been dismantled by an international task force led by the UK and US.
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Half-year surge in cyber attacks on infrastructure, says Dragos

Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Worldwide cybersecurity expert Dragos reports a 50% surge in politically motivated cyberattacks and new threat clusters targeting critical infrastructure.
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Motorola acquires London surveillance firm Silent Sentinel

Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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Motorola Solutions acquires UK-based Silent Sentinel, a leading provider of advanced video surveillance solutions, in a strategic move that enhances its video security portfolio.
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Singapore's local cyber threats spike by 52.9% in 2023, reveals Kaspersky

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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Cyber threats originating from Singaporean servers soared by 52.9% in 2023, with over 17 million incidents detected, as indicated by recent Kaspersky data.
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Delinea appoints tech veteran Kate Reed as new CMO

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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Tech and cybersecurity veteran Kate Reed joins global Privileged Access Management provider, Delinea, as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing 20+ years of experience.
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Delinea hires Norbert Kiss as Senior VP for Asia Pacific

Mon, 5th Feb 2024
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Delinea, a leader in Privileged Access Management solutions, appoints seasoned executive Norbert Kiss as SVP for Asia Pacific, fuelling its strategic expansion in the region.
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Sternum & ChargePoint secure Home Flex against IoT vulnerabilities

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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In a bid to combat IoT vulnerabilities, security firm Sternum collaborates with ChargePoint to enhance the protection of ChargePoint Home Flex, following the uncovering of significant security flaws.
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Unprecedented surge in critical infrastructure cyberattacks

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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A shocking 30% increase in attacks on critical infrastructures was recorded in 2023, resulting in over 420 million incidents.
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Breaking down Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030, aimed toward transforming the nation from highly vulnerable to a global cyber risk leader, embarks on its urgent 'Phase One', following a 14% rise in cyber attacks last year.
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2024 cybersecurity shifts to be driven by AI & APIs

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Karl Mattson from Noname Security, predicts geopolitical conflict, AI disruption, and API regulation will shape a seismic 2024 cybersecurity landscape.
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Former US Cyber Director Chris Inglis joins Claroty's advisory board

Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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Former U.S. National Cyber Director, Chris Inglis, joins Claroty's board, bringing big-hitter experience in cybersecurity to aid in the firm's mission of safeguarding the world's critical infrastructure.
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Shadow IT threatens corporate cybersecurity, new study reveals

Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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The rise in remote working has increased shadow IT usage among employees, leading to 11% of all cyber incidents, according to Kaspersky.
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Businesses challenged by supply chain cybersecurity threats

Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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97% of UK firms face ongoing supply chain cyber threats, enduring negative impacts in the past year, reveals BlueVoyant.
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Fortinet uses Keysight's tech to validate firewall's DDoS defence capabilities

Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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Fortinet is utilising Keysight's APS-M8400 technology to verify the DDoS defence aptitude of its FortiGate 4800F next-gen firewall.
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Australian business increasingly seek cybersecurity services

Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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government
Cybersecurity firm Tesserent reports a notable rise in demand for services from Australian company directors and boards.
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Lenovo & Microsoft collaborate to enhance cybersecurity with CRaaS solution

Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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Lenovo and Microsoft announce joint Cyber Resiliency-as-a-Service (CRaaS) solution to bolster cybersecurity. .
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APAC retail sector hardest hit by cyberattacks due to insufficient funding

Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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APAC retail industry shows highest rate of cyberattacks in past 2 years due to poor cybersecurity investment.
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APAC companies bolster cybersecurity amid increasing attacks and talent drain

Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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APAC firms tackle cyber threats by bolstering security, with 57% planning to outsource amid rising attacks and talent shortage.
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Gallagher Security earns Stratus Technologies APAC Partner Award

Fri, 24th Nov 2023
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Gallagher Security scoops the Stratus Technologies APAC Solution Application Partner Award, underscoring its robust site management solutions.
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Mandiant tackles destructive Sandworm cyber attack on Ukrainian infrastructure

Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Mandiant thwarts Sandworm cyber attack on critical Ukrainian infrastructure, highlighting Russian cyber-offensive capabilities.