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Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security
Data Protection

Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security

Andrew Eva of Assured Data Protection predicts significant advancements in backup and cybersecurity by 2025, highlighting ransomware as a major threat.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
Data Protection

AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert

By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025
Data Protection

Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025

As 2024 ends, businesses must prepare for turbulent shifts in cybersecurity, including AI's role and the threats posed by quantum computing.

By Christopher Hills • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
Malware

Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024

ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Bitdefender offers $1m warranty with MDR services
Malware

Bitdefender offers $1m warranty with MDR services

Bitdefender has launched a cybersecurity breach warranty programme, offering up to USD $1 million for businesses using its managed detection and response services.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Trustwave & Cybereason announce cybersecurity merger
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Trustwave & Cybereason announce cybersecurity merger

Trustwave and Cybereason announce a merger to enhance cybersecurity solutions, with SoftBank as the majority investor, set to close in early 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Guardz survey reveals MSP challenges in cybersecurity
Ransomware

Guardz survey reveals MSP challenges in cybersecurity

A recent Guardz survey reveals 77% of MSPs face operational hurdles managing multiple cybersecurity tools for small business clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
Fortinet report exposes gap in employee cyber awareness
Malware

Fortinet report exposes gap in employee cyber awareness

A Fortinet report reveals that nearly 70% of organisations find their staff lack basic security awareness, amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat
Malware

Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat

Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
BeyondTrust forecasts cybersecurity shifts by 2025
Malware

BeyondTrust forecasts cybersecurity shifts by 2025

BeyondTrust's cybersecurity forecast for 2025 predicts a transformative shift as emerging identity risks and quantum threats reshape security strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Ransomware

RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024

Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024

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Why companies must rethink their recovery plans
Data Protection

Why companies must rethink their recovery plans

As cyberattacks escalate, a recent survey reveals that many firms struggle to recover fully from data breaches due to inadequate backup strategies.

By Jon Fielding • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms
Ransomware

Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms

New research reveals that Australian firms now face an average ransomware payment of AUD $1.35 million, highlighting an alarming rise in cyber extortion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
UK SMEs fear cybersecurity risks in remote working era
Firewalls

UK SMEs fear cybersecurity risks in remote working era

A new study reveals that 23% of UK SMEs view remote working as a significant cybersecurity risk, with many unprepared for potential cyber-attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
UK councils lack cyber insurance, Apricorn report finds
Data Protection

UK councils lack cyber insurance, Apricorn report finds

A study reveals just two out of 41 UK councils have cyber insurance, raising concerns over data security amid rising cyber threats and breaches.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Coalition expands Australian team with cyber experts
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Coalition expands Australian team with cyber experts

Coalition enhances its Australian team with the addition of three cybersecurity experts, bolstering efforts to protect local SMEs from digital risks.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Cyber risks in 2025 demand AI governance & resilience
Disaster Recovery

Cyber risks in 2025 demand AI governance & resilience

By 2025, cybersecurity will face new regulatory pressures, with businesses compelled to adopt robust AI governance and enhance resilience against evolving threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024