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DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats
Software-as-a-Service

DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
How to secure Gen AI prompt fields: Battling a new cyber frontier
Firewalls

How to secure Gen AI prompt fields: Battling a new cyber frontier

As hackers exploit vulnerabilities in Gen AI prompt fields, organisations face mounting security challenges and must adopt innovative measures to safeguard their systems.

By Uri Dorot and Pavan Thatha • 5 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable
Phishing

Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable

Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment
Ransomware

KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment

A report by Hobson & Company reveals that organisations using KnowBe4's HRM platform can achieve a ROI of 200% to 400% within just 3.5 months.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age
Malware

Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age

Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
Data Protection

Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m

Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+

KnowBe4 has made CRN's prestigious Security 100 list, recognising its AI-driven approach in enhancing cybersecurity through effective human risk management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Claroty named leader in Gartner's CPS protection report
Hyperscale

Claroty named leader in Gartner's CPS protection report

Claroty has been named a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, recognising its exceptional capabilities among 17 vendors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant
IoT Security

Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant

Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Data Protection

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks
Malware

Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
Malware

Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024

Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure
Digital Transformation

Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure

Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.

By Itay Ozery • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity
Semiconductors

CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity

CrowdStrike has unveiled Charlotte AI Detection Triage, an advanced tool aimed at revolutionising security operations with over 98% accuracy and reduced manual hours.

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

Stories from Other Regions

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NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses
Ransomware

NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses

NormCyber has teamed up with the Yorkshire & Humber Cyber Crime Unit to host a free Cyber Crime Awareness Event for SMEs and charities on 20th February 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security

Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
Data Protection

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

By Simon Pamplin • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025