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AI reshapes cybersecurity, drives 2025 hyper-automation

The 2024 surge in AI-driven cybersecurity has transformed threat detection, but emerging AI-led attacks pose new risks as firms brace for 2025 advancements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Malware

New PhaaS kits boost phishing threats with advanced tools

Research from Barracuda reveals a surge in Phishing-as-a-Service kits, with 30% of credential attacks in 2024 using these advanced tools, set to rise to 50% in 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Firewalls

SentinelOne upgrades Purple AI with major platform links

SentinelOne has enhanced its Purple AI security analyst capabilities by integrating with major third-party products, boosting threat detection and response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

Malware

Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality

As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.

By Martin Zugec • 11 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Phishing

KnowBe4 study reveals critical role of security awareness

A new white paper from KnowBe4 reveals that effective security awareness training can reduce the risk of data breaches by over eight times for organisations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Firewalls

Teleport 17 enhances security for cloud infrastructure

Teleport has unveiled its Teleport 17 update, enhancing access control for large enterprises facing rising cloud security challenges amidst increasing breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Firewalls

Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw

A major data leak impacting Fortinet firewalls has revealed sensitive information from 15,000 devices following a critical vulnerability, prompting urgent cybersecurity measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Phishing

KnowBe4 report links training to fewer data breaches

A recent KnowBe4 report reveals that robust security awareness training reduces data breaches, showing firms with it are 8.3 times less likely to suffer incidents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Unified Communications

Trellix revamps partner program for cybersecurity growth

Cybersecurity firm Trellix has revamped its Xtend Partner Program to enhance growth and profitability, introducing new training resources and support for partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Data Protection

BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence

BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Ransomware

Identity security report highlights AI's growing role

A recent report from Delinea reveals that nearly half of security leaders prioritise safeguarding credentials as identity threats surge ahead of 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Artificial Intelligence

A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends

As experts forecast 2025's cybersecurity trends, organisations are urged to enhance their defences against evolving AI-driven threats and embrace unified security solutions.

By Radware • 8 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Semperis launches Lightning Intelligence for cyber security

Semperis has launched Lightning Intelligence, a new security tool to assess posture across multi-forest Active Directory and Entra ID, aiding in identity attack prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Phishing

Kaspersky launches courses to strengthen cyber skills

Kaspersky has unveiled three new courses aimed at bolstering cybersecurity skills through its Automated Security Awareness Platform, addressing rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Storage

AI in 2025: Driving sustainability, security, and growth across Asia Pacific

As 2025 unfolds, AI is transforming the Asia Pacific region by enhancing sustainability and security, particularly in energy efficiency and digital infrastructure.

By Matthew Hardman • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

Ransomware

Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks

Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

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Malware

Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management

Appdome has launched Threat Dynamics, an AI-enhanced mobile defence platform aimed at pre-emptive threat management for mobile businesses facing rising fraud.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Data Protection

EU to enforce DORA resilience act from 17 January 2025

Perforce unveils a DORA Fact Sheet as the European Union prepares to enforce the Digital Operations Resilience Act from 17 January 2025, impacting firms globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025