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Survey shows enterprises shift towards software-driven pentesting
DevOps

Survey shows enterprises shift towards software-driven pentesting

Over 50% of enterprises now use software-driven penetration testing as their primary method to identify IT vulnerabilities, reveals Pentera survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Experts urge strong identity measures as password risks grow
Data Protection

Experts urge strong identity measures as password risks grow

Cyber security experts warn organisations to strengthen password and identity management as breaches rise globally, highlighting risks from both human and machine identities.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Bugcrowd unveils red team service for cyber defence
DevOps

Bugcrowd unveils red team service for cyber defence

Bugcrowd launches Red Team as a Service, offering scalable, intelligence-led cyber attack simulations via a global network of ethical hackers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify
Malware

Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify

A new report reveals that 90% of IT leaders faced cyberattacks in 2024, with nearly one fifth enduring over 25 breaches amid growing cloud vulnerabilities.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Organisations ramp SaaS security spend but gaps persist
Software-as-a-Service

Organisations ramp SaaS security spend but gaps persist

New research reveals organisations ramp up SaaS security budgets yet face persistent risks in data protection and access control amid growing adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
So, what does secure file sharing actually look like?
Cloud Access Security Broker

So, what does secure file sharing actually look like?

High-profile breaches on apps like Signal highlight the urgent need for user-friendly, secure file sharing to protect sensitive data in government and industry.

By Julian Fay • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Most firms failing audit standards due to poor workflows
Breach Prevention

Most firms failing audit standards due to poor workflows

Research by Swimlane reveals only 29% of organisations consistently meet compliance standards amid rising regulations and fragmented audit workflows.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence
Unified Communications

Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence

Trend Micro's latest report unveils the evolution of the Russian-speaking cyber underground, revealing its impact on global cybercrime amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Google Cloud Run vulnerability exposed by Tenable Research
Data Protection

Google Cloud Run vulnerability exposed by Tenable Research

Tenable Research has uncovered a vulnerability in Google Cloud Run, named ImageRunner, which could allow attackers to access private container images.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
2025 report reveals decline in technology breach rates
Ransomware

2025 report reveals decline in technology breach rates

The 2025 Global Third-Party Breach Report reveals a significant dip in technology sector breaches to 46.75%, highlighting a shift in cyber-attack patterns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms
Malware

Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms

The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Outpost24 enhances threat insight with dark web module
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Outpost24 enhances threat insight with dark web module

Outpost24 has boosted its External Attack Surface Management platform with a new Dark Web module, offering enhanced visibility of cyber threats for security teams.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
HPE Aruba launches IoT solutions to boost retail security
Firewalls

HPE Aruba launches IoT solutions to boost retail security

HPE Aruba has rolled out new IoT solutions designed to enhance security and efficiency in retail, catering to diverse connectivity needs across environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats
Malware

Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats

Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Exclusive: SonicWall VP outlines cybersecurity evolution and future plans
Firewalls

Exclusive: SonicWall VP outlines cybersecurity evolution and future plans

SonicWall is transitioning from a product-focused firm to a platform-driven organisation, aiming to tackle evolving cybersecurity challenges, says VP Mukherjee.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Mindgard secures $8m to expand AI security solutions and market reach
Application Security

Mindgard secures $8m to expand AI security solutions and market reach

Mindgard, a UK startup focused on AI security, has raised $8 million in seed funding to boost R&D and expand into the US market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025

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CyberArk report reveals rise in machine identity breaches
Breach Prevention

CyberArk report reveals rise in machine identity breaches

A CyberArk report reveals a troubling rise in machine identity breaches in Australia, with nearly half of security leaders reporting incidents linked to compromised identities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025