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How Microsoft security infrastructure can sink a business

Wed, 28th Jul 2021
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Organisations that are heavily or entirely reliant on Microsoft infrastructure, services and applications can take several steps to shore up their security.
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Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks

Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.
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Recent high profile cyber attacks show rising threat of ransomware-as-a-service

Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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Cyber attacks by ransomware-as-a-service providers pose a growing threat, warns Open Systems, following the recent REvils attack on Kaseya and JBS.
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Security vendors weigh in as fallout of Kaseya cyber attack continues

Thu, 8th Jul 2021
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Ransomware attack on Kaseya serves as a stark reminder of the increasing threat faced by organizations, say security experts.
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Huge increase in threat actors using Cobalt Strike - Proofpoint research

Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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Proofpoint cybersecurity company has released research finding a 161% increase in threat actors using the threat emulation tool Cobalt Strike.
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Prevention and preparedness revisited: Cyber-defence after Kaseya ransomware attack

Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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The Kaseya calamity can one day be remembered as a tipping point that led eventually to a better security posture, writes Vectra AI CEO Hitesh Sheth.
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Kaseya ransomware attack reminder that attackers still have the upper hand

Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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Kaseya ransomware attack emphasizes attackers' advantage, says Cybereason. Hundreds of US businesses affected. Attackers hijacked Kaseya's VSA tool.
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SolarWinds cyber attack sees significant financial impact on annual revenue

Fri, 2nd Jul 2021
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SolarWinds cyber attack costs organisations 11% of annual revenue, according to new research by IronNet Cybersecurity.
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Ignorance is bliss — for hackers

Wed, 30th Jun 2021
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Failure to employ best-of-breed security practices may result in a very uncomfortable talk with CEOs and boards of directors.
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Money to be made: Ransomware attacks on the rise

Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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Ransomware attacks are increasingly lucrative for hackers targeting businesses globally, with victims including AXA Asia and JBS.
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Proactively mitigate cyber risk with MISP and TheHive

Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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When an attack happens, security teams should be ready with information about who is attacking and the steps being taken to mitigate damage.
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CloudBolt responds to demand for hybrid cloud and automation

Wed, 9th Jun 2021
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CloudBolt Software launches Spring 21 release focusing on cost management, compliance, and codeless IT integrations.
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The growing importance of network data in effective cloud workload security

Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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Several options can be considered to ensure effective security for cloud-based workloads, writes ExtraHop regional sales manager for ANZ Glen Maloney.
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How to shore up cyber-defences of financial institutions for the future

Thu, 20th May 2021
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Accenture's latest research defined four key risks: Supply chain attacks, cyber-fraud, insider threats and extortion and ransomware.
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Data center operators should prepare for disruption as demand for energy outgrows supply - Aggreko

Mon, 17th May 2021
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Asia Pacific data centers face potential energy supply issues as demand increases and grid capacity struggles to keep up, according to a report by Aggreko.
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Sector training, further investment required in Australian Budget - ANZ cybersecurity vendors

Fri, 14th May 2021
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Greater assistance needed to protect Australian businesses and employees from cyber threats, according to an industry expert.
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OpenText launches MDR service to empower security teams

Wed, 12th May 2021
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OpenText launches new MDR service to help enterprise customers detect and respond to cybersecurity threats more effectively.
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SolarWinds adds three executives to its C-suite team

Thu, 6th May 2021
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The company says the new appointments will bolster the company's customer experience, security and product innovations.
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Bentley Systems acquires sensemetrics and Vista Data Vision, boosts IoT capabilities

Thu, 6th May 2021
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Bentley Systems strengthens its software for infrastructure sensor management with the acquisition of sensemetrics and Vista Data Vision.
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A guide to combating Active Directory misconfigurations

Tue, 27th Apr 2021
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With so many attacks abusing misconfigurations in Active Directory, it's time to fix it, writes Attivo Networks regional director for ANZ Jim Cook.