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KnowBe4 joins Microsoft Security Store to boost cyber defence

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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KnowBe4 has joined the Microsoft Security Store, allowing customers easier access to integrated cyber defence solutions and AI-powered risk management tools.
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AI & quantum threats redefine priorities for Cybersecurity Month

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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physical security
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quantum computing
As Cybersecurity Month nears, experts warn AI and quantum tech pose rising digital threats, urging firms to boost policies, behaviour change, and cryptographic defences.
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LRN unveils Catalyst Phishing to reinforce cyber risk training

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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risk & compliance
LRN launches Catalyst Phishing, a behaviour-focused phishing simulation tool to help organisations strengthen cyber risk training and security culture.
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CSC & CrowdStrike integrate to boost domain threat defence

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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endpoint protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
CSC Digital Brand Services and CrowdStrike integrate domain security with Falcon platform to swiftly detect and enforce against malicious online threats.
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Critical infrastructure sees 91% OT breach rate in 18 months

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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power / energy
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risk & compliance
A global study reveals 91% of critical infrastructure firms faced operational technology breaches in 18 months, causing major service and financial impacts.
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Surge in phishing attacks as cybercriminals exploit URLs & QR codes

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Phishing attacks exploiting URLs and QR codes have surged, with cybercriminals using AI and social engineering to target users via email and SMS, warns Proofpoint.
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Security budgets see slowest growth in five years, report finds

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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inflation
Security budget growth slows to 4% in 2025, the lowest in five years, amid economic volatility and staffing challenges, says IANS Research report.
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CyberArk named leader in Forrester Wave report for PIM 2025

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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zero trust security
CyberArk has been named a leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Privileged Identity Management report, praised for innovation and comprehensive identity security.
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CREST launches staged programme to guide firms to full cyber accreditation

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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risk & compliance
CREST launches Pathway and Pathway+ programmes to guide firms through staged progression towards full cyber security accreditation and trust.
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DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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encryption
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025, focusing on preparing enterprises and governments for quantum computing security challenges.
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Most firms unprepared for rising supply chain cyber threats

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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A SecurityScorecard survey reveals 88% of cybersecurity leaders worry about supply chain risks, yet most firms lack effective active defence measures.
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Barracuda launches managed vulnerability security for stronger cyber resilience

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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network security
Barracuda Networks launches Managed Vulnerability Security to enhance cyber defence, offering end-to-end scanning and expert-led remediation across IT environments.
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APAC financial sector faces 245% surge in DDoS attacks, report finds

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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network security
Financial institutions in APAC faced a 245% surge in DDoS attacks last year, accounting for 38% of global incidents amid rising digital vulnerabilities.
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Healthcare faces surge in cyberattacks & AI-driven threats

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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application security
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supply chain
Healthcare organisations face a surge in cyberattacks and AI-driven threats, with 46% reporting increased attacks and only 29% feeling prepared for AI risks.
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AI accelerates ransomware threat as attacks surge globally

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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ransomware
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pam
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cloud security
Ransomware attacks surged globally last year, with 69% of organisations breached and AI increasingly used to automate and intensify cyber threats.
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Adidas data breach highlights supply chain risk for retailers

Thu, 29th May 2025
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data protection
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phishing
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martech
Adidas has suffered a data breach via a third-party provider, exposing customer information and highlighting rising cyber risks in retail supply chains.
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Emojis used to hide attacks & bypass major AI guardrails

Wed, 7th May 2025
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ai
Mindgard reveals emoji smuggling can bypass AI guardrails from Microsoft, Meta, Nvidia, and others with up to 100% attack success, raising serious security concerns.
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Reversec launches with offensive approach to cybersecurity

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Reversec has launched as an independent cybersecurity consultancy, focusing on offensive strategies to help organisations tackle evolving digital threats globally.
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Forrester warns of deepfakes & AI extortion in 2025 threats

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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email security
Forrester's report reveals top cybersecurity threats in 2025, including regulatory upheavals, deepfakes, AI risks, insider threats, and GenAI-driven extortion.
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Cybersecurity seen by 85% of CEOs as critical for business growth

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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A global survey reveals 85% of CEOs see cybersecurity as vital for business growth, highlighting its role beyond protection to strategic enablement.