Shadow IT stories

CrowdStrike enhances its Falcon platform with new AI and cloud security tools, offering real-time protection across AI models, data, identities and SaaS environments.

A Trend Micro survey reveals 70% of UK firms faced cyber incidents from unknown IT assets amid rising risks from AI tools and shadow IT.

High-profile breaches on apps like Signal highlight the urgent need for user-friendly, secure file sharing to protect sensitive data in government and industry.

At Google Cloud Next, Sandra Joyce revealed China's advanced cyber tactics, highlighting a global surge in espionage and rising ransomware incidents.

Organisations now utilise nearly 500 SaaS applications on average, with less than half formally approved by IT, highlighting significant Shadow SaaS management issues.

As organisations navigate a growing digital landscape, understanding the differences between external attack surface management and vulnerability management is crucial.

Australian organisations are grappling with complexity in cyber security, as 70% feel AI is outpacing their defenses amid rising AI-generated threats.

Omada has unveiled a partnership with Microsoft, integrating its identity governance system with Microsoft Entra AI to enhance user experience and security.

Internal security threats, both malicious and accidental, are rising concerns for organisations, necessitating robust measures to protect sensitive data.

Recent research highlights a disconnect in the Asia Pacific, as over one-third of organisations reported significant security incidents due to resource constraints.

As remote work evolves, organisations must adapt to new cybersecurity challenges and regulatory demands, warns Apricorn's Jon Fielding.

Extreme Networks has unveiled new features in its ExtremeCloud Universal ZTNA, enhancing network access management and security for hybrid work environments.

Okta is pivoting from identity management to a focus on security, aiming to strengthen its defenses against sophisticated cyberattacks, says CSO David Bradbury.

With mid-sized firms averaging 255 apps and enterprises up to 664, tech sprawl is draining budgets and hurting productivity, urging firms to take control.

CrowdStrike and 1Password have expanded their partnership to enhance cybersecurity for 150,000 SMBs, integrating advanced protection through AI-powered solutions.

Palo Alto Networks' '2024 Unit 42 Report' reveals rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, with sectors like insurance and pharmaceuticals facing heightened vulnerabilities.

Rapid7 has launched Command Platform, integrating security data for comprehensive threat monitoring and management.

Unlock infrastructure transparency with these five strategies: data consolidation, automated collection, asset linkage, detailed mapping, and visualisation.

As more businesses embrace open-source software for its affordability, experts warn of significant risks, including vulnerabilities and unverified code provenance.

As Australian enterprises continue to invest heavily in cloud services, AI becomes vital for managing security in complex environments, addressing shadow IT and skill shortages.