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The role of Privilege Access Management in achieving robust cybersecurity
Ransomware

The role of Privilege Access Management in achieving robust cybersecurity

Privilege Access Management (PAM), with its ability to control key digital accounts, is proving crucial in combating rising cybersecurity threats posed by misuse of digital identities, a key source of business disruption.

By Nick Turnbull • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Over 50% of businesses hit by security gaps due to under-resourced teams
User and Entity Behavior Analytics

Over 50% of businesses hit by security gaps due to under-resourced teams

Exabeam and IDC's report reveals that 57% of global firms faced serious cyberattacks in the past year due to security team overload and lack of automated threat detection.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Venafi launches solution to combat software supply chain attacks
Malware

Venafi launches solution to combat software supply chain attacks

Venafi has unveiled the Stop Unauthorized Code Solution, designed to bolster enterprise security against software supply chain attacks by preventing unauthorised code in any operating system.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
Two-thirds of board members lack training in cyber resilience
Breach Prevention

Two-thirds of board members lack training in cyber resilience

Almost two-thirds of board members lack adequate cyber resilience training, raising concerns over potential effects of cyber attacks, says new report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
AI's pivotal role in cybersecurity valued at $60.6bn by 2028
Ransomware

AI's pivotal role in cybersecurity valued at $60.6bn by 2028

Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionise cybersecurity with predicted global market growth to $60.6 billion by 2028.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Surge in eCommerce platforms sees rise of counterfeit goods
Unified Communications

Surge in eCommerce platforms sees rise of counterfeit goods

Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) offers a solution to the growing problem of counterfeit goods on ecommerce platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2023
Utimaco launches u.trust LAN Crypt Cloud to boost data protection
Encryption

Utimaco launches u.trust LAN Crypt Cloud to boost data protection

Utimaco introduces u.trust LAN Crypt Cloud, an innovative solution enhancing data protection against unauthorised access and cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023
Amazon unveils advanced palm-based security system
Hyperscale

Amazon unveils advanced palm-based security system

AWS launches Amazon One Enterprise, a cutting-edge, palm-based identity service, offering enhanced security for physical spaces and digital assets.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Dec 2023
A reality check on email security threats in healthcare
Firewalls

A reality check on email security threats in healthcare

Email-based cyberattacks have been around for decades, yet they remain widespread, ever-evolving — and persistently successful.

By Contributor • 7 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2023
Lack of AI expertise, not cost, the biggest barrier to AI adoption in Asia-Pacific
Security Information and Event Management

Lack of AI expertise, not cost, the biggest barrier to AI adoption in Asia-Pacific

Shortage of skilled experts, not financial concerns, deemed the primary obstacle to AI adoption in Asia-Pacific.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
Fastly report reveals impact of cyberattacks on Aus-NZ businesses
Data Loss Prevention

Fastly report reveals impact of cyberattacks on Aus-NZ businesses

Fastly reports that Aus-NZ companies experienced a 9% revenue loss due to cyberattacks, with a recovery period of 7.5 months.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
A24 achieves PCI DSS 4.0 compliance ahead of 2025 deadline
Multi-cloud

A24 achieves PCI DSS 4.0 compliance ahead of 2025 deadline

A24 leads in data security by achieving global compliance PCI DSS 4.0 for their Multicloud Hardware Security Module ahead of 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2023
Telecom firms' 3G phase-out faces security challenges, says Thales report
Storage

Telecom firms' 3G phase-out faces security challenges, says Thales report

Security threats pose significant challenges to the 3G phase-out plans by leading telecom companies in Australia and New Zealand, says Thales.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Nov 2023
Australian & NZ firms hit hard by cybersecurity breaches
EduTech

Australian & NZ firms hit hard by cybersecurity breaches

74% of firms in Australia and New Zealand have suffered cyberattacks in the past year, with 41% experiencing multiple breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023
If you are using public WiFi for work, stop!
Data Protection

If you are using public WiFi for work, stop!

If you're accessing company servers or corporate email from a public WiFi connection, then you and your company are at considerable risk.

By Alex Low • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Another update from Mandiant
Ransomware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Another update from Mandiant

Mandiant's CTO, Charles Carmakal, discusses cyber security, threat intelligence, and projects in the APAC region.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2023

Stories from Other Regions

UK SMEs' cybersecurity concerns surge amidst virus attacks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK SMEs' cybersecurity concerns surge amidst virus attacks

Research released by Sharp has found that UK SME cyber threat concerns have risen in the last 12 months, as a quarter admits to being breached.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2023
Raising cyber maturity by adopting a robust cybersecurity framework
Firewalls

Raising cyber maturity by adopting a robust cybersecurity framework

Achieving cybersecurity maturity helps IT security teams within an organisation report on the status of their security posture with confidence.

By Cornelius Mare • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2023