Web applications stories

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

Generative AI 'gray bots' are relentlessly bombarding websites, as revealed by cybersecurity firm Barracuda, posing significant operational threats.

ControlUp has launched ControlUp for Apps, a new tool aimed at boosting the Digital Employee Experience by enhancing management of SaaS and web applications.

WaveMaker has launched AutoCode, an AI-driven tool that converts Figma UI designs to functional components in minutes, enhancing app development efficiency.

Perforce Software has unveiled AI Validation, a new feature in its Perfecto platform that revolutionises web and mobile application testing, boosting efficiency and reducing costs.

Adobe has unveiled Live Co-Editing for Photoshop, enabling multiple users to edit documents in real-time, enhancing collaboration and creativity across teams.

Fortinet has launched FortiAppSec Cloud, a cloud-based platform designed to enhance web application security and streamline performance management.

Progress has unveiled new features in its Sitefinity platform, now supporting Next.js, empowering developers to create cutting-edge digital experiences.

Kaspersky reports a surge in malicious ads targeting Windows users, redirecting over 20,000 individuals to fake CAPTCHA pages to download malware.

Australia's generative AI market, generating nearly USD $922 million in 2023, is poised to grow to USD $4.2 billion by 2030, posing new challenges for IT leaders.

Web attackers exploit unmonitored channels like WebRTC and WebSockets to smuggle malware past Secure Web Gateways, bypassing traditional network defences.

Global Fashion Group partners with Tenable to enhance AWS cloud security, adopting zero-trust measures and improving vulnerability management in ANZ, LATAM, and SEA.

Qualys unveils AI-driven API security features in Web Application Scanning, addressing complex vulnerabilities and offering a free 30-day Beta trial to businesses.

Progress has launched significant updates to LoadMaster 360, enhancing its Web Application Firewall to bolster security against cyberattacks and optimise user experience.

Progress has rolled out new AI-enhanced features for its LoadMaster 360 platform, enabling organisations to bolster web app security and performance against advanced cyberattacks.

New Relic has unveiled the first fully-integrated, AI-driven Digital Experience Monitoring solution in Sydney, promising to prevent digital disruptions.

Cloudflare's 2024 State of Application Security Report reveals soaring DDoS attacks, exploited zero-day vulnerabilities, and escalating supply chain risks.

Check Point Software introduces CloudGuard WAFaaS, AI-driven and fully managed, to secure web applications and APIs against cyber threats with seamless deployment in under five minutes.

Radware is recognised as a Strong Performer in Gartner’s 2024 WAAP report, with 99% of customers recommending its services.

Celonis launches Materials Allocation app to revolutionise inventory management, offering intelligent stock transfer suggestions and enhancing supply chain resilience.