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Data diode market to reach USD $919.29 million by 2034
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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The data diode market is set to nearly double to USD $919.29 million by 2034, driven by rising cyber threats and regulatory demands across sectors.
Illumio & NVIDIA partner to boost Zero Trust for critical infrastructure
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network infrastructure
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physical security
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zero trust security
Illumio partners with NVIDIA to enhance Zero Trust security for critical infrastructure, boosting visibility and breach containment across IT and OT systems.
Illumio & NVIDIA team up to boost Zero Trust for infrastructure
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Illumio and NVIDIA have partnered to integrate Illumio's breach containment with NVIDIA BlueField DPUs, boosting Zero Trust security for critical infrastructure.
Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams
Fri, 23rd May 2025
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saas
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malware
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ransomware
Immersive has launched a new SaaS cybersecurity training suite to help industrial teams tackle rising threats in operational technology environments.
Ransomware attacks on industrial targets surge, AI tactics rise
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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ransomware
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it training
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mfa
Ransomware attacks on industrial firms surged to 708 in Q1 2025, led by manufacturing, with North America and Europe hardest hit, warns Dragos report.
Iberian blackout raises fears of growing cyber-attack risks
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
A widespread blackout in Spain and Portugal sparks debate over whether a cyber-attack caused the outage, despite initial reports of a technical fault.
OPSWAT partners with Sektor Cyber to boost ANZ presence
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.
Australia faces OT security gaps as IT & SOCs converge
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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siem
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iot security
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zero trust security
Australia's IT and OT convergence exposes critical security gaps, with traditional SOCs struggling to monitor and respond to specialised operational technology threats.
Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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it training
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024 Q4
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.
Dragos & Yokogawa partner to enhance industrial security
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Dragos has partnered with Yokogawa to enhance cybersecurity in industrial settings, focusing on improved IT and OT network insights amid digital transformation.
UTS & Cisco partner to boost Australia's digital skills
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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cleantech
The University of Technology Sydney and Cisco have launched a partnership to enhance Australia's digital skills and promote industry collaboration.
IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.
Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.
Cloud Security Alliance unveils Zero Trust guide for OT/ICS
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Cloud Security Alliance has released a new guide detailing how to implement Zero Trust principles in operational technology and industrial control systems.
Memory safety vulnerabilities continue to plague ICS: Here’s what to do about it
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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nsa
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industrial control systems
Memory safety vulnerabilities are surging in industrial control systems, with over 3,000 reported in 2022, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures.
Industrial control systems are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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physical security
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supply chain
As cyberattacks on industrial control systems rise, EMA's Chris Steffen stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Dragos uncovers new malware FrostyGoop targeting ICS systems
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
A new malware, FrostyGoop, identified by Dragos, threatens industrial control systems, exposing Europe’s critical infrastructure vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks.
Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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malware
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ddos
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devops
The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.
Dragos report shows rising OT cybersecurity threat in Australia
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
Dragos' 2023 Australian OT Cybersecurity review reveals rising threats, with 13 local ransomware incidents and critical infrastructure at risk. Turner urges stronger measures.