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KnowBe4 report reveals surge in cyberattacks on infrastructure

Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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A new report by KnowBe4 reveals a dramatic rise in cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting urgent security measures for sectors like energy and transport.
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Nozomi Networks & SEL partnership to boost cybersecurity

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Nozomi Networks and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories partner to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, offering advanced threat detection and compliance support.
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Nozomi Networks & SEL strengthen cybersecurity partnership

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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Nozomi Networks partners with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories for cybersecurity software integration, enhancing security for critical infrastructure industries globally.
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Industrial control systems are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks

Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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As cyberattacks on industrial control systems rise, EMA's Chris Steffen stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure.
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Ransomware attacks on industry double in 2024 second quarter

Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Ransomware attacks on the industrial sector nearly doubled in Q2 2024, with manufacturers hardest hit, reports cybersecurity firm Dragos.
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Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Verizon's 2024 Mobile Security Index highlights a surge in mobile device risks with 85% reporting increased threats; critical infrastructure and IoT devices are most vulnerable.
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Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.
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Fortinet enhances OT security platform to combat rising cyber risks

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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Fortinet strengthens OT security platform with enhanced capabilities to combat rising cyber risks in critical infrastructure.
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Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.
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Hitachi Vantara launches new AI solutions & discovery service

Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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storage
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Hitachi Vantara launches Hitachi iQ and a new AI Discovery Service, addressing the gap between AI prioritisation and infrastructure readiness revealed by a recent survey.
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Tenable warns of cyber-attack risks for Paris Olympics 2024 sponsors

Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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As Paris 2024 approaches, Tenable warns of heightened cyber-attack risks targeting key sponsors, emphasising the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures.
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STRYDE highlights a growing global influence of seismic data processing

Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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STRYDE has secured 11 new seismic data processing contracts across diverse sectors and six countries since July 2023, indicating a growing influence.
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Vertiv expands Liebert GXE UPS lineup with 1-3kVA models

Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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power / energy
Vertiv broadens its Liebert GXE UPS range with new 1-3kVA models, aimed at enhancing power protection for critical network edge applications worldwide.
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Qualys unveils AI-powered API security in new WAS upgrade

Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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api
Qualys unveils AI-driven API security features in Web Application Scanning, addressing complex vulnerabilities and offering a free 30-day Beta trial to businesses.
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Google Cloud releases air-gapped appliance for harsh environments

Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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Google Cloud launches its air-gapped appliance, offering AI capabilities to remote environments like disaster zones and mobile operations, enhancing local data processing.
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Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors

Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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AT&T data breach: experts call for enhanced security and vigilance

Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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A five-month data breach at AT&T has exposed the information of all customers within that period, highlighting urgent cybersecurity challenges in the telecom sector.
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Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats

Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cloud security
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supply chain
Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons report reveals rising cyber threats, emphasising advanced social engineering, cloud security, ransomware, and AI exploitation.
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Red Hat report reveals major security concerns with Kubernetes

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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Red Hat's latest State of Kubernetes Report reveals 46% of organisations suffered revenue or customer losses due to Kubernetes security incidents last year.
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Claroty appoints Jason Pearce as Field CTO for APJ

Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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Claroty appoints Jason Pearce as Field CTO for Asia Pacific and Japan, marking significant regional growth and a commitment to securing critical infrastructure.