Microsoft 365 stories - Page 6
AI-driven phishing & ransomware surge in first half of 2025
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Acronis reports a 70% rise in ransomware victims in H1 2025, with AI-driven phishing attacks surging, especially targeting managed service providers.
Microsoft sets 2033 deadline for post-quantum security rollout
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
Microsoft aims to complete its quantum-safe security rollout by 2033, integrating post-quantum cryptography across Windows, Azure and Microsoft 365 to counter future threats.
Semperis launches tool to boost Active Directory account security
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
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cybersecurity
Semperis has launched Service Account Protection Essential, a tool enhancing security for Active Directory service accounts vulnerable to cyberattacks.
Phishing campaign uses fake Microsoft apps to bypass MFA
Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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hyperscale
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mfa
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cloud security
Proofpoint exposes phishing attacks using fake Microsoft apps to bypass MFA and hijack Microsoft 365 accounts, affecting thousands globally in 2025.
TrustedTech rebrands to boost Microsoft cloud & AI services
Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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TrustedTech rebrands to focus on Microsoft cloud and AI services, driving an eleven-fold revenue increase and expanding enterprise support across UK and US markets.
Beyond Key becomes registered Databricks partner for AI & data
Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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data science
Beyond Key has become a Registered Databricks Consulting Partner, enhancing its ability to deliver AI and data solutions globally using the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.
Sophos & Rubrik launch integrated Microsoft 365 backup service
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
Sophos and Rubrik have launched an integrated Microsoft 365 backup service in Sophos Central to strengthen cyber resilience against ransomware and data loss.
Abnormal AI launches updated Microsoft 365 security solution
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Abnormal AI unveils an enhanced Security Posture Management solution, using AI to protect and prioritise risks in Microsoft 365 environments.
Semperis launches tool to secure AD service accounts
Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Semperis launches Service Account Protection Essential to help organisations monitor and secure Active Directory and Entra ID service accounts against cyber threats.
CrowdStrike & OpenAI enhance SaaS security with AI agent oversight
Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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cloud security
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martech
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ai security
CrowdStrike and OpenAI have partnered to enhance SaaS security by enabling oversight of AI agents, linking each to their human creator across 175+ applications.
Litera enhances AI platform with new features & deeper CRM links
Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Litera upgrades its AI platform Litera One with new features and deeper CRM links, enhancing legal workflow and boosting productivity for over 2,500 law firms.
Major rise in global email impersonation threats
Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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phishing
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physical security
Barracuda Networks warns of a global spike in phishing-as-a-service email attacks using impersonation tactics to deceive healthcare, finance, and government sectors.
ManageEngine AD360 adds identity risk & MFA to combat breaches
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
ManageEngine launches AD360 update with identity risk management and local MFA to help firms prevent breaches and secure unmanaged accounts.
Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaw prompts urgent global response
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint is being actively exploited globally, prompting urgent patches to prevent unauthorised server access and data breaches.
Critical SharePoint zero-day flaw exploited, urgent actions urged
Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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mfa
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint Server enabling remote code execution is actively exploited, urging firms to act fast amid no current patch available.
Beyond Key named one of India's top mid-size workplaces for 2025
Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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data analytics
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hcm
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ai
Beyond Key is named one of India's top mid-size workplaces for 2025, recognised for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee well-being.
Cybercriminals use GenAI, v0.dev to launch advanced phishing
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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malware
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crypto
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phishing
Cybercriminals are exploiting GenAI and Vercel's v0.dev to rapidly create realistic phishing sites, raising the threat of large-scale, sophisticated attacks.
Veeam named Leader in Gartner 2025 backup & data report
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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martech
Veeam has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Backup & Data Protection Platforms for the ninth year running.
KnowBe4, Microsoft partner to enhance email security with AI
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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semiconductors
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
KnowBe4 and Microsoft have partnered to integrate AI-powered email security, enhancing threat detection for Microsoft 365 users through their ICES programme.
KnowBe4 integrates with Microsoft to boost email threat defence
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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semiconductors
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
KnowBe4 has partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI-powered threat detection into Microsoft Defender for Office 365, enhancing email security for organisations.