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New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers

Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024

Disaster Recovery

Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023

The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports

A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

SolarWinds

Public sector IT faces budgetary hurdles, says survey

A recent SolarWinds survey reveals that only 18% of public sector IT professionals believe their budgets meet their needs, intensifying financial strains globally.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Application Security

IT pros face challenges with AI in app development by 2025

OutSystems' 2025 report reveals 88% of IT professionals are exploring generative AI for app development, amid concerns over security and integration challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024

Risk & Compliance

New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms

A Quest Software study reveals 84% of firms engaging in Identity Threat Detection and Response see benefits, despite facing significant implementation challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management

KnowBe4 has launched its AIDA suite of AI security agents, designed to improve human risk management and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

IT Industry

SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns

A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024

Malware

Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat

Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024

Cybersecurity

Aussie & Kiwi firms lag in post-quantum crypto readiness

A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024

Hybrid & Remote Work

Expel to create 50 remote cybersecurity jobs in Ireland

Expel plans to establish a fully remote workforce in Ireland, creating 50 cybersecurity jobs over the next three years, supported by IDA Ireland.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024

Data Protection

Deepfake threat worries 94% of IT professionals, report finds

A report from IRONSCALES reveals that over 94% of IT professionals are concerned about deepfake technologies threatening cybersecurity amid a pivotal election year.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Virtual Private Networks

Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures

Ivanti's report reveals a disconnect as 81% of employees using Gen AI lack training, raising security concerns; only 13% of security pros prioritise user experience.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024

IT Automation

UiPath report reveals 90% of automation pros adopting AI

A recent report from UiPath reveals that 90% of automation professionals are now integrating AI into their workflows, driven by a surge in productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

IT professionals stories

Firewalls

Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts

A new survey reveals that 56% of Australian IT professionals view AI as a crucial asset in combatting cyber threats, with 91% anticipating increased security spending.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Firewalls

Australian firms combat rising AI-driven deepfake threats

Australian businesses are ramping up efforts to combat rising deepfake cyber threats, with 66% implementing measures against AI-driven impersonations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Malware

Deepfake attacks seen as top cyber threat in Australia

AI-generated deepfake attacks have emerged as the top cyber threat for IT professionals in Australia, prompting 66% of companies to develop response plans.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Dynatrace platform now available on Microsoft Azure Aus

Dynatrace has launched its platform on Microsoft Azure in Australia, allowing local customers to enhance cloud deployments with AI and analytics capabilities.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Digital Transformation

How to unlock efficiency dividends in digitally-minded Australian organisations

As Australian organisations seek greater efficiency, automation in IT infrastructure emerges as a vital strategy to boost productivity and reduce manual tasks.

By Uros Zajc • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

Edge Computing

UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report

Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024