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Just how dark is the dark web? The rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service
Malware

Just how dark is the dark web? The rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service

These packages allow individuals with little technical skill, to attack businesses and individuals with relative ease.

By Steven Sparshott • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2018
Sophos appoints new sales engineer for channel drive
Firewalls

Sophos appoints new sales engineer for channel drive

Sophos has named Steven Sparshott as the new sales engineer manager for Australia and New Zealand, reinforcing its commitment to the APAC region.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017
BREAKING: Uber tried to sweep data breach of 57m people under the rug
Firewalls

BREAKING: Uber tried to sweep data breach of 57m people under the rug

In October last year hackers stole the personal data of 57 million customers and drivers from Uber and it has only just emerged now.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
Experts share their opinions on Uber breach - some supportive, some scathing
Firewalls

Experts share their opinions on Uber breach - some supportive, some scathing

A number of experts have come forward to share their opinions on the huge Uber breach affecting 57m people that was kept under wraps for a year.

By Ashton Young • 7 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
The security 'F' word: Everything you need to know about firewalls
Firewalls

The security 'F' word: Everything you need to know about firewalls

The nature of the current threat landscape is creating the need for fundamental changes in the approach to network security.

By Chris McCormack • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Nov 2017
Sophos targets unknown application traffic through new firewall offering
Firewalls

Sophos targets unknown application traffic through new firewall offering

Sophos unveils an innovative firewall solution to demystify and secure unidentified network traffic, enhancing application visibility.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2017
Sophos report showcases ransomware's biggest hits of 2017
Malware

Sophos report showcases ransomware's biggest hits of 2017

Ransomware-as-a-Service fuels surge in ransomware attacks, with MacOS also affected, says SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
Experts weigh in on 'Bad Rabbit', the potential next WannaCry​
Malware

Experts weigh in on 'Bad Rabbit', the potential next WannaCry​

Ever heard of Bad Rabbit? It's the newest form of ransomware causing havoc in Eastern Europe that could be coming your way soon.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Sophos targets growth cloud market with new partner program
Firewalls

Sophos targets growth cloud market with new partner program

Sophos has expanded its channel program to include a cloud security specialty as it seeks to capitalise on the growing public cloud market.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
Interview: Sophos reveals the criminal underbelly of the dark web
Malware

Interview: Sophos reveals the criminal underbelly of the dark web

The dark web may be a place that most of us have heard of as a murky underworld for cybercriminals, but also where most internet users daren't tread.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
Petya ransomworm's rapid spread: What the experts know right now
Malware

Petya ransomworm's rapid spread: What the experts know right now

The Petya ransomware uses the EternalBlue exploit to not only infect files, but an entire system's drive. We get the latest from the experts.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017
APAC Sophos' Nicki Dewhurst included in prestigious 'Women of the Channel' list
Firewalls

APAC Sophos' Nicki Dewhurst included in prestigious 'Women of the Channel' list

The gender divide in IT and affiliated industries is a topic of increasing concern, but companies like Sophos are breaking the mould.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Jun 2017
Konica Minolta's new edge platform set to open opportunities for partners
Firewalls

Konica Minolta's new edge platform set to open opportunities for partners

Konica Minilta has partnered with Microsoft, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Sophos, Canonical and BrainTribe to future-proof business IT management.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2017
Sophos launches new suite for cloud security and IoT management
Unified Communications

Sophos launches new suite for cloud security and IoT management

Sophos Mobile 7 is available now for on-site installation and will be available through cloud-based Sophos Central in mid-March 2017.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2017
Sophos holds strong in Magic Quadrant as industry catches up to new era of endpoint security
Firewalls

Sophos holds strong in Magic Quadrant as industry catches up to new era of endpoint security

Amongst the Magic Quadrant leaders is global endpoint and network provider Sophos, which has held a Leader position since 2007.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Sophos launches phishing attack simulator to fight organisational blindspots
Firewalls

Sophos launches phishing attack simulator to fight organisational blindspots

Sophos says that out of your entire organisation, your IT staff are the most likely to fall for a phishing attack. Surprising?.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
Sophos snags former EMC channel sales guru to lead APJ growth
Firewalls

Sophos snags former EMC channel sales guru to lead APJ growth

Sophos has appointed former EMC channel chief Joergen Jakobsen as regional vice president for Asia-Pacific and Japan, aiming to accelerate growth in the region.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2016
Go Phish – how to spot a ransomware email
Malware

Go Phish – how to spot a ransomware email

With the crooks becoming smarter and more sophisticated every day, what does a modern day phishing email actually look like?.

By Justin Peters • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Oct 2016
Sophos releases product to address global cybersecurity skills shortage
Malware

Sophos releases product to address global cybersecurity skills shortage

Intercept X looks to provide a fast-track to advanced protection and response capabilities while minimising the need for specialised security admin.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Sep 2016