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StarHub launches new cybersecurity training platform
Breach Prevention

StarHub launches new cybersecurity training platform

StarHub launches its new Cybersecurity Awareness Training Platform to bolster enterprise cyber defences by addressing human error.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

Global Stories

Cyber attacks stories

HR & IT emails top phishing attacks, KnowBe4 report reveals
Human Capital Management

HR & IT emails top phishing attacks, KnowBe4 report reveals

Emails related to human resources and IT dominate phishing scams, accounting for 72% of attacks, according to KnowBe4's latest Q1 2024 report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Four in ten ANZ firms lose deals over cybersecurity doubts
Unified Communications

Four in ten ANZ firms lose deals over cybersecurity doubts

A LogRhythm survey reveals 40% of Australian and New Zealand firms have lost deals over poor cybersecurity confidence, urging a strategic overhaul in protection measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Averlon exits stealth with USD $8 million boost for AI security
Software-as-a-Service

Averlon exits stealth with USD $8 million boost for AI security

Averlon has come out of stealth mode, securing USD $8 million to advance its AI-driven cloud security platform, backed by Voyager Capital and others.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Commvault appoints Russell as CTO for APAC to boost cyber resilience
Ransomware

Commvault appoints Russell as CTO for APAC to boost cyber resilience

Commvault strengthens its cyber resilience team by appointing Gareth Russell as Field CTO, Security for APAC, amid escalating ransomware threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Illumio & Netskope join forces to bolster Zero Trust security
Cloud Access Security Broker

Illumio & Netskope join forces to bolster Zero Trust security

Illumio teams up with Netskope to bolster enterprise defences against cyberattacks by integrating Zero Trust solutions, enhancing visibility and dynamic security policies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Kaspersky report: 42% of cyberattacks target public-facing apps
Phishing

Kaspersky report: 42% of cyberattacks target public-facing apps

Kaspersky's 2023 Incident Response report reveals that 42.37% of cyberattacks exploit public-facing applications, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in such online platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Exclusive: How SonicWall is staying ahead of cyber threats
Cloud Security

Exclusive: How SonicWall is staying ahead of cyber threats

SonicWall's VP of Sales, Debasish Mukherjee, elucidates on the firm's strategic approach to proactively counter rising cyber threats with comprehensive, AI-driven solutions.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
CloudSEK exposes misuse of Pegasus spyware on the deep web
Malware

CloudSEK exposes misuse of Pegasus spyware on the deep web

Cybersecurity firm CloudSEK reveals threat actors abusing the Pegasus spyware name on dark web, following Apple's warning about mercenary spyware attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach
Endpoint Protection

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand its AI-powered email cybersecurity services to the UAE, India, and Africa, addressing rising cyber threats in these regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Veeam extends data platform to support Proxmox VE for SMBs
Virtualisation

Veeam extends data platform to support Proxmox VE for SMBs

Veeam expands its Data Platform to support Proxmox VE, enhancing SMB data protection and flexibility. New capabilities to be showcased at VeeamON 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Sophos announces new CEO Joe Levy & CFO Jim Dildine
Firewalls

Sophos announces new CEO Joe Levy & CFO Jim Dildine

Sophos appoints Joe Levy as CEO, solidifying leadership with Jim Dildine as CFO, aiming to fortify midmarket cybersecurity and drive global growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

Cyber security in retail: How proactive measures build trust and loyalty?
Data Protection

Cyber security in retail: How proactive measures build trust and loyalty?

Amid rising cyber attacks, 69% of Australian retailers are prioritising cyber security in 2024, with a focus on building consumer trust and loyalty.

By Vasko Ckorovski • 4 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Converging identity management and fraud prevention for optimal security
Ransomware

Converging identity management and fraud prevention for optimal security

As AI-enhanced scams become more sophisticated, Australians lost AUD $2.74 billion to scams in 2023. Experts advocate integrating identity management with fraud prevention to bolster security.

By Vivienne Horsfall • 4 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist
Supply Chain

Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist

Cyber resilience demands leaders adept at risk management, says a new CIO report, which includes practical tools like a risk management menu and resilience checklist.

By Siroui Mushegian • 4 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
What does the Australian Cyber Security Strategy mean for you?
Unified Communications

What does the Australian Cyber Security Strategy mean for you?

The Australian Government's expansive Cyber Security Strategy aims to foster a resilient, inclusive digital future, securing businesses, individuals, and the national economy against escalating cyber threats.

By Mike Franklin • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Infosecurity Europe 2024 report highlights growing cyber threats
Ransomware

Infosecurity Europe 2024 report highlights growing cyber threats

Infosecurity Europe unveils its 2024 Cybersecurity Trends report, showing ransomware and AI-driven attacks are pushing 40% of firms to boost cyber defence investments.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024