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SquareX raises USD $20M to boost enterprise browser security

Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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SquareX raises USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance enterprise browser security with its Browser Detection and Response technology.
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Phishing attacks thrive on human behaviour, not lack of skill

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Phishing attacks remain a top cyber threat, costing USD $4.76 million per breach, as even savvy professionals fall prey to sophisticated social engineering.
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AI use in enterprises soars but brings surge in cyber risks

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Enterprise AI use has surged over 3,000%, with ChatGPT dominating but also being the most-blocked app due to security concerns, says Zscaler report.
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Veeam unveils data resilience model as outages cost more than $400 billion

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Veeam Software launches Data Resilience Maturity Model after McKinsey study reveals most firms overestimate their data resilience capabilities.
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Veeam launches SaaS backup for Microsoft Entra ID in Data Cloud

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Veeam Software launches a SaaS backup solution for Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing data protection amid 600m daily attacks on the identity platform.
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Rubrik expands executive team, appoints Kavitha Mariappan CTxO

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Rubrik appoints Kavitha Mariappan as Chief Transformation Officer to drive cyber resilience and client engagement amid rising digital threats.
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Cookie theft bypasses MFA and grants cloud access

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Researchers reveal a method to bypass MFA and hijack cloud sessions by stealing browser cookies, threatening access to Microsoft 365, Google Workspace and AWS.
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Cloudflare details Q1 Internet disruptions from quakes to storms

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Cloudflare's Q1 2025 report reveals global internet disruptions caused by earthquakes, power outages, cyberattacks, and a monkey-induced blackout in Sri Lanka.
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Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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A new report reveals that 90% of IT leaders faced cyberattacks in 2024, with nearly one fifth enduring over 25 breaches amid growing cloud vulnerabilities.
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Rise in phishing scams as SVG attachments target login data

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Kaspersky reveals a six-fold spike in phishing attacks via SVG image files in March 2025, targeting users with fake Google and Microsoft login pages.
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Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver to Channel Sales Lead for APAC

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver as Director of Channel Sales for APAC to boost deep observability amid rising cybersecurity demands across the region.
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Hitachi Vantara unveils VSP One with AI ransomware defence

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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Hitachi Vantara launches new ransomware detection in VSP One, cutting downtime by 95% and costs by 20% with CyberSense integration for swift data recovery.
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Fuse partners with Check Point for real-time blockchain firewall

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Fuse has teamed up with Check Point Software to create a real-time blockchain firewall, aiming to safeguard its network against rising cyber threats.
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Google Threat Intelligence explains China's evolving cyber tactics

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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At Google Cloud Next, Sandra Joyce revealed China's advanced cyber tactics, highlighting a global surge in espionage and rising ransomware incidents.
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AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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A report by Delinea reveals a troubling rise in cyber attacks amid growing vulnerabilities in AI, highlighting that 97% of organisations expose non-human identities.
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Zscaler report urges shift from VPNs to Zero Trust

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Zscaler's 2025 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals soaring VPN usage in Australia but warns of heightened security risks, urging a shift to Zero Trust architectures.
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Five reasons why every business needs Windows 11

Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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As Windows 10 support will end in October 2025, businesses must upgrade to Windows 11 for enhanced security, stability, productivity, and lower IT costs.
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Exclusive: Why every day should be World Backup Day

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.
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Evolving strategies essential amidst AI-driven cyber threats

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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As AI-driven cyber threats escalate, experts urge businesses to enhance backup strategies, emphasising the need for strong data protection against ransomware.
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Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.