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CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage
Ransomware

CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage

CyberCX's 2025 Threat Report reveals troubling trends, with espionage detection times rising to over 400 days and ransomware incidents surging to 38%.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Fortinet launches new G series firewalls with AI features
Malware

Fortinet launches new G series firewalls with AI features

Fortinet has launched its next-generation FortiGate G series firewalls, designed to tackle evolving cyber threats while enhancing efficiency and performance.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sun, 9th Feb 2025
Mandiant partners with Android team to tackle concealed malware
Data Protection

Mandiant partners with Android team to tackle concealed malware

Mandiant and the Android Security Team have partnered to enhance tools that detect concealed malware in Android applications, bolstering user safety.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
How IT security is evolving from products to enabler
Data Protection

How IT security is evolving from products to enabler

As businesses navigate digital transformation, CISOs are urged to shift focus from mere defence to strategic enablers, driving operational growth and resilience.

By Ashwin Ram • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
ReliaQuest's AI Agent boosts cybersecurity precision
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ReliaQuest's AI Agent boosts cybersecurity precision

ReliaQuest has unveiled its groundbreaking agentic AI Agent, automating cybersecurity tasks 20 times faster and improving accuracy by 30% for over 1,000 enterprises.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise
Data Protection

AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise

AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills

ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst credential to meet the rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights

Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
Firewalls

Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million

Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
Malware

Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million

Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, enhancing its Managed Detection and Response services for over 28,000 global organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
SonicWall honours 2025 Partner Award winners in UK, Ireland
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SonicWall honours 2025 Partner Award winners in UK, Ireland

SonicWall has honoured its top partners at the 2025 Partner Awards, recognising their vital contributions to cybersecurity in the UK and Ireland.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Under attack: Exposing upscale hacktivist DDoS tactics
Firewalls

Under attack: Exposing upscale hacktivist DDoS tactics

In November 2024, a surge of over 60 DDoS attacks targeted 39 Australian websites, driven by the pro-Russian group NoName057(16) protesting government actions.

By Matthew Hanmer • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

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Cyber Threat stories

Cyber security threats in New Zealand show worrying rise
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber security threats in New Zealand show worrying rise

New Zealand's cyber security landscape is increasingly dire, with over 7,000 incidents logged last year amid threats from both criminals and state actors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
UK technology heads prioritise cybersecurity in 2025
Digital Transformation

UK technology heads prioritise cybersecurity in 2025

A report by BIE indicates UK tech leaders prioritise cybersecurity amidst business transformations, with 50% of firms having faced breaches in the last year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
ISACA introduces new credential for cybersecurity analysts
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ISACA introduces new credential for cybersecurity analysts

ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst (CCOA) credential, offering cybersecurity analysts practical experience against evolving threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Check Point unveils AI-powered upgrades for security platform
Data Protection

Check Point unveils AI-powered upgrades for security platform

Check Point Software Technologies has launched AI-powered enhancements to its Infinity Platform, aiming to bolster zero trust and streamline security amidst rising cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
CyberArk & SentinelOne join forces for enhanced security
Data Analytics

CyberArk & SentinelOne join forces for enhanced security

CyberArk and SentinelOne have announced a new integration to enhance endpoint and identity security, aiming to mitigate risks associated with privileged access.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025