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WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
Firewalls

WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report

WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Global malware surge revealed in WatchGuard's latest Internet Security Report
Malware

Global malware surge revealed in WatchGuard's latest Internet Security Report

Surge in evasive malware noted in WatchGuard Technologies' Internet Security Report alongside revelations of increased cyber attacks exploiting on-premises email servers; however, ransomware threats show decline.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
WatchGuard reveals rise in remote access software exploits
Malware

WatchGuard reveals rise in remote access software exploits

WatchGuard's new report reveals escalated cyber threats, including a surge in ransomware attacks and exploitation of remote access software.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2023
WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024
Firewalls

WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024

Cybersecurity leader WatchGuard predicts a rise in AI-driven cyber threats, VR/MR headset attacks and harmful QR codes in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
WatchGuard unveils cybersecurity threats predicted for 2024
Firewalls

WatchGuard unveils cybersecurity threats predicted for 2024

WatchGuard Technologies warns emerging tech trends like AI, VR/MR headsets and QR code technology could present key cybersecurity threats in 2024.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Google apps, WhatsApp identified as primary malware conduits in retail sector
Phishing

Google apps, WhatsApp identified as primary malware conduits in retail sector

Google apps and WhatsApp emerge as primary malware distribution channels in the retail sector, warns Netskope Threat Labs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Highest percentage of cybercrime activity originates in Russia
Ransomware

Highest percentage of cybercrime activity originates in Russia

New research from Netskope has uncovered the most popular techniques and motivators used by adversaries in 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2023
WatchGuard report reveals decline in malware despite more campaigns
Malware

WatchGuard report reveals decline in malware despite more campaigns

New WatchGuard report reveals a paradox in cybersecurity: malware attacks on endpoints decline as campaigns broaden.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2023
Exploring generative AI: Balancing innovation and privacy
Generative AI

Exploring generative AI: Balancing innovation and privacy

As AI technology becomes increasingly prevalent, it is vital to examine the ethical ramifications and key responsibilities associated with its development.

By Matt Dunn • 8 min read • Fri, 14th Jul 2023
WatchGuard Threat Lab Report reveals new security threats
Firewalls

WatchGuard Threat Lab Report reveals new security threats

WatchGuard Technologies' latest Threat Lab Report reveals new browser-based social engineering trends, revealing China and Russia behind 75% of new threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2023
Attackers find new ways to evade detection - Netskope report
Malware

Attackers find new ways to evade detection - Netskope report

Netskope has unveiled new research confirming that attackers are finding new ways to evade detection and blend in with normal network traffic.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Jamf launches detection and response tool for mobile devices
Endpoint Protection

Jamf launches detection and response tool for mobile devices

Jamf has launched Jamf Executive Threat Protection, an advanced detection and response tool designed for mobile devices.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023
Top malware trends and security threats revealed in new WatchGuard report
Malware

Top malware trends and security threats revealed in new WatchGuard report

WatchGuard's Internet Security Report for Q4 2022 reveals a 627% increase in endpoint ransomware and a rise in malware hiding behind encryption.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2023
Gen wins 10 AV-TEST Institute awards for device protection solutions
Customer Experience

Gen wins 10 AV-TEST Institute awards for device protection solutions

These awards recognise the reliable protection across a variety of operating systems, fast performance speeds and user-friendly experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
Malware-delivering cloud apps nearly tripled in 2022
Malware

Malware-delivering cloud apps nearly tripled in 2022

More than 400 distinct cloud applications delivered malware in 2022, nearly triple the amount seen in the prior year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2023
Lookout finds predatory behaviour on 300 loan apps
Application Security

Lookout finds predatory behaviour on 300 loan apps

Almost 300 loan apps found in Africa, Southeast Asia, India, Colombia, and Mexico exhibit predatory behavior, says Lookout.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2022
Phishing attacks using unexpected methods to steal data
Phishing

Phishing attacks using unexpected methods to steal data

The prevalence of cloud applications is changing the way threat actors are using phishing attack delivery methods to steal data.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2022
Varonis uncovers two new Windows vulnerabilities
Windows

Varonis uncovers two new Windows vulnerabilities

Users don't have to use Internet Explorer for its legacy to have left you vulnerable to LogCrusher and OverLog.

By Nadine Rogers • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2022

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