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Check Point earns CREST accreditation for penetration testing

Mon, 21st Jul 2025
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Check Point Software Technologies has earned CREST accreditation for its penetration testing services, affirming its high standards in cybersecurity assurance.
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Check Point launches Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls for SMB security

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Check Point unveils Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls with Wi-Fi 7, 5G, and AI security, targeting SMBs facing a 61% rise in cyberattacks and boosting MSP support.
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Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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Check Point has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Zero Trust Platforms report for its Infinity Platform's unified, prevention-first security approach.
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LevelBlue launches global cybersecurity partner programme

Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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LevelBlue has launched a new Partner Programme for global Managed Service Providers and resellers, aiming to simplify cybersecurity and boost revenue.
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Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Check Point Software Technologies and Wiz have unveiled a strategic partnership to enhance security for hybrid cloud environments, bridging network and application protection.
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Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.
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Check Point predicts AI will shape cyber threats by 2025

Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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Check Point Software Technologies has forecasted major cybersecurity challenges for 2025, with AI-driven attacks and ransomware a key concern for businesses.
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Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.
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Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers

Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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World Patient Safety Day is a timely reminder of the threat hackers and cyber-criminals pose to the country's most vulnerable.
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Check Point honours top Asia Pacific partners for cybersecurity

Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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Check Point Software Technologies honoured top Asia Pacific partners at the 2024 Check Point Asia Pacific Partner Conference in Phuket, highlighting contributions in cybersecurity.
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The challenges in maintaining effective cybersecurity

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Faced with a rapid rise in ransomware and zero-day exploits, 2024 is set to be a landmark year for cybersecurity challenges, demanding robust and proactive IT defences.
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Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Geoff Waters has been hired as Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks, aiming to boost global sales, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Check Point launches AI-powered CloudGuard WAFaaS for cyber defence

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Check Point Software introduces CloudGuard WAFaaS, AI-driven and fully managed, to secure web applications and APIs against cyber threats with seamless deployment in under five minutes.
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97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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A new Check Point Software report reveals over 97% of security teams are using AI tools, enhancing response rates and reducing data loss amid a critical skills gap.
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Collaboration tools are now at the frontline in the battle against phishing

Mon, 13th May 2024
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As users swap email for collaboration suites, threat actors are as well, posing a fresh challenge for corporate security teams.
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Cloud security threats surge in 2024, Check Point report reveals

Fri, 10th May 2024
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The 2024 Cloud Security Report reveals a sharp rise in cloud security incidents, with notable increases from 24% in 2023 to 61% in 2024.
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Check Point report shows 154% rise in cloud security incidents in 2024

Tue, 7th May 2024
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Check Point's 2024 Cloud Security Report reveals a dramatic 154% rise in cloud security incidents in a single year amid escalating cyber threats, showing an urgent need for AI-driven security solutions.
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Tuttnauer partners with Check Point to boost healthcare cybersecurity

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Tuttnauer, a global sterilisation equipment player, joins forces with Check Point to invigorate healthcare cybersecurity, enhancing patient safety and data protection.
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Westcon-Comstor & Check Point enhance partnership for AWS Marketplace

Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Westcon-Comstor is set to enhance its partnership with Check Point to optimise distribution channels and sell its cybersecurity software packages on AWS Marketplace.
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Three ways employees can spot a deepfake scam

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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As deepfake scams surge globally, employees are urged to be vigilant and adopt common-sense checks, including 'liveness' checks and using internal codewords.