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Ransomware attacks surge 28% in September as Industrials sector hit hardest
Ransomware

Ransomware attacks surge 28% in September as Industrials sector hit hardest

Global ransomware attacks surged 28% in September, with Industrials hardest hit, as cyber criminals ramp up efforts ahead of the busy holiday season.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Navigating hybrid cloud security in the AI era as regulations tighten
Hybrid Cloud

Navigating hybrid cloud security in the AI era as regulations tighten

Australia sees a 17% rise in data breaches as AI-driven threats on hybrid cloud systems surge, prompting tighter APRA regulations on cybersecurity compliance.

By David Land • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
Black Kite Bridge surpasses 100,000 shared items in first year
Supply Chain

Black Kite Bridge surpasses 100,000 shared items in first year

Black Kite Bridge has shared over 100,000 cyber risk intelligence items in its first year, boosting supply chain security through rapid, collaborative responses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Cloud Security Alliance introduces first SaaS security standard
Cloud Security

Cloud Security Alliance introduces first SaaS security standard

The Cloud Security Alliance has launched the SaaS Security Capability Framework, the first industry-wide standard addressing critical security gaps in SaaS applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Gregory Webb named Chief Executive Officer at HITRUST
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Gregory Webb named Chief Executive Officer at HITRUST

Gregory Webb has been appointed CEO of HITRUST, succeeding founder Daniel Nutkis, who will become Executive Chairman, ensuring leadership continuity.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Bitsight reports 40% vendor network growth amid AI integration
Data Protection

Bitsight reports 40% vendor network growth amid AI integration

Bitsight's vendor network has grown 40% to 68,000 firms as AI integration cuts onboarding time by 70% and reduces breach risk by 75%.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Cynomi unveils TPRM module to speed up vendor risk processes
Risk & Compliance

Cynomi unveils TPRM module to speed up vendor risk processes

Cynomi unveils a new TPRM module to help service providers manage vendor risks faster and more efficiently within its vCISO platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
CHROs urged to prioritise cyber security amid AI in HR systems
Digital Transformation

CHROs urged to prioritise cyber security amid AI in HR systems

Gartner urges CHROs to prioritise cyber security as HR systems increasingly adopt AI, highlighting the risks of data breaches and the need for stronger digital oversight.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Black Kite unveils ASI for targeted third-party cyber risk
Ransomware

Black Kite unveils ASI for targeted third-party cyber risk

Black Kite has launched its Adversary Susceptibility Index to help firms spot which suppliers are most exposed to specific cyber threat actors, enhancing risk management.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 9th Aug 2025
Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches
Ransomware

Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches

Ransomware, AI-powered attacks and vendor risks drive billions in cyber breach costs in 2025, with retail the hardest hit sector globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
5 mission-critical moves Canadian CIOs can make to navigate uncertainty
Disaster Recovery

5 mission-critical moves Canadian CIOs can make to navigate uncertainty

Canadian CIOs must reduce technical debt, harness AI, boost cyber resilience, manage third-party risks, and inspire cultural change to navigate ongoing uncertainty.

By Farhaz Thobani • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Third-Party Risk Management stories

From security silos to collective resilience: Transforming supply chain security in the UK insurance industry
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

From security silos to collective resilience: Transforming supply chain security in the UK insurance industry

A new report reveals 90% of UK insurers faced supply chain cyber incidents last year, urging a shift to collective resilience to bolster sector security.

By Jay Vinda • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Manifest & NetRise join forces to secure software supply chains
Data Protection

Manifest & NetRise join forces to secure software supply chains

Manifest and NetRise have partnered to enhance software supply chain security with deep firmware analysis, improving risk monitoring across critical sectors like healthcare.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Australia's critical infrastructure faces new wave of cyber threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australia's critical infrastructure faces new wave of cyber threats

Australia faces rising state-sponsored cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, prompting stricter government measures and a human-focused defence approach.

By Adrian Covich • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Financial firms in EMEA face data resilience gaps post DORA
Data Protection

Financial firms in EMEA face data resilience gaps post DORA

Most financial firms in EMEA admit data resilience gaps six months after DORA, with 96% acknowledging need for improvements to meet new EU rules.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
Qantas data breach exposes 5.7 million in third-party cyberattack
DevOps

Qantas data breach exposes 5.7 million in third-party cyberattack

Qantas has revealed a cyberattack on a third-party call centre, exposing personal data of 5.7 million customers and raising serious security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
APRA tightens the cyber screws: What's next for super funds and their partners?
Multi-factor authentication

APRA tightens the cyber screws: What's next for super funds and their partners?

APRA demands super funds boost cyber security, mandating multi-factor authentication by August 2025 to protect member savings from rising cyber threats.

By Fred Thiele • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
KYND & Talan partner to enhance real-time cyber risk support
Cybersecurity

KYND & Talan partner to enhance real-time cyber risk support

KYND partners with Talan to offer real-time cyber risk intelligence, boosting UK, European and Middle Eastern clients' defence against evolving threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025