Cyber attacks stories - Page 38
Businesses weigh up transition from best-of-breed to platform security
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
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cyber attacks
Businesses rethink traditional cybersecurity practices, moving towards platform security amid findings suggesting additional benefits such as cost efficiency and improved attack response. Experts advise due diligence.
Nasuni named among top-5 hybrid cloud storage solutions
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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storage
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dr
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agentic ai
Nasuni secures two top-five endorsements from industry analyst firm DCIG, demonstrating the growing preference for software-defined storage solutions.
The remote desktop tools most targeted by attackers in the last year
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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malware
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virtualisation
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uc
Virtual Network Computing (VNC) was the most targeted remote desktop tool in the past year, clouds over a new Barracuda data report.
Govt sector leads in daily high-severity cyber incidents in 2023
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
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cyber attacks
Kaspersky's 2023 MDR Analyst Report reveals a daily trend of over two high-severity cybersecurity incidents, with the government sector being the most affected.
Commvault launches Cloud Cleanroom for cyber attack recovery
Wed, 1st May 2024
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
Commvault revolutionises cyber resilience with Cloud Cleanroom Recovery, an innovative overhaul in cleanroom technology that promises cost-saving, frequent testing, and a robust solution against cyber threats.
Dell expands data protection solutions amid rising cyberattacks
Wed, 1st May 2024
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data protection
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network infrastructure
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genai
Dell Technologies bolsters its data protection suite in response to increasing cyberattack incidents, aiming to enhance customer cyber resiliency with upgraded appliances, software and as-a-service offerings.
Tech experts urge passwordless protection on World Password Day
Wed, 1st May 2024
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
In observance of World Password Day, tech experts, including Jumio's CTO Stuart Wells, stress the urgent need to replace outdated password-based authentication with more reliable, AI-powered biometric alternatives amid rising cyber-attack threats.
Semperis unveils groundbreaking identity runtime protection platform
Wed, 1st May 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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okta
Semperis introduces innovative Identity Runtime Protection (IRP), leveraging 150 years of expertise to advance cybersecurity manoeuvres with improved threat detection and response measures.
PPRO appoints Bronwyn Boyle as new Chief Information Security Officer
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
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ppro
PPRO brings on board Bronwyn Boyle as the new Chief Information Security Officer. With over 20 years of experience, she will lead PPRO's security strategy, bolstering safety across all corners of the global local payments platform.
Kaspersky boosts email security features after 77% of firms hit by cyber attacks
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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ransomware
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email security
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ai
Kaspersky has unveiled an advanced update to its Security for Mail Server solution, spurred by research showing 77% of businesses experiencing a cyber incident in the last two years.
Portnox teams up with Bugcrowd for private bug bounty programme
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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uc
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advanced persistent threat protection
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collaboration
Cloud-native access control solutions provider, Portnox, is launching a private bug-bounty scheme in collaboration with Bugcrowd, incentivising white-hat hackers to identify security vulnerabilities for financial rewards.
Barracuda report explores challenges in managing cyber risks
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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firewalls
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supply chain
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breach prevention
Barracuda Networks' new report reveals business struggles in tackling cyber risk, with less than half of respondents confident in their risk management capabilities.
Third-party risk: A growing threat in today's interconnected world
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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uc
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supply chain
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breach prevention
An intricate web of third-party collaborations elevates innovation and efficiency in business but also significantly increases risk factors such as data breaches and financial instability.
Survey reveals internet chaos could hinder transition to Web 3.0
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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ar, vr & metaverse
On its 31st anniversary, concerns plague the World Wide Web's transition to Web 3.0 and the metaverse, with businesses citing chaotic internet conditions as a key barrier.
Cayosoft reports 56% revenue leap due to AD recovery solution demand
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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dr
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microsoft
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cloud services
Cayosoft reports a 56% surge in annual recurring revenue in 2023, driven by rising need for its AD recovery solution amidst a 172% increase in AD outages since 2021.
BeyondTrust lauded as a leader in Identity Threat Detection
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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semiconductors
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socs
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iam
BeyondTrust achieves recognition as a key player in Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), topping the 2024 KuppingerCole Analysts AG Leadership Compass with its Identity Security Insights solution.
Mandiant unveils latest M-Trends 2024 cybersecurity report
Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The 2024 M-Trends report reveals advancements in global organisations' cyber defences, with hackers' undetected dwell time falling from 16 to 10 days, marking a decade-low.
Hitachi Vantara unveils advanced hybrid cloud platform
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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genai
Hitachi Vantara unveils the ground-breaking Virtual Storage Platform One, designed to revolutionise business data management amid generative AI growth and heightened cybersecurity concerns.
Former Google Cloud VP Jeff Reed joins Vectra AI as Chief Product Officer
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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cybersecurity
Vectra AI, a leader in artificial intelligence, bolsters its C-suite by appointing former Google Cloud VP of Product, Jeff Reed, as Chief Product Officer amidst strategic growth and the pioneering launch of industry-first open MXDR service, Vectra MXDR.
Armis warns of major cyber-attack risk to 2024 global elections
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Armis predicts nation-states could target the 2024 global elections for a major cyber attack, with many organisations and governments ill-prepared for such threats.