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Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company
Ransomware

Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company

A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
PMT Security unveils new division for data centre solutions
Firewalls

PMT Security unveils new division for data centre solutions

PMT Security has launched a new division in Melbourne to deliver comprehensive security solutions for data centres and critical infrastructure in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains
Unified Communications

IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains

As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.

By Scott McKinnel • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Claroty predicts increased focus on OT cybersecurity by 2025
Firewalls

Claroty predicts increased focus on OT cybersecurity by 2025

Claroty's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 reveal imminent threats to critical infrastructure, with a push for stronger legislative reforms and security measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks
Firewalls

Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks

Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems
Agricultural Technology

Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems

A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
AI advancements in 2025 pose cybersecurity challenges
Data Protection

AI advancements in 2025 pose cybersecurity challenges

Predictions for 2025 signal a chaotic race for AI regulation, as cyber threats escalate, particularly targeting AI supply chains and critical infrastructure.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends
EduTech

Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends

Trellix's latest CyberThreat Report reveals a rapidly evolving ransomware landscape shaped by AI advancements and law enforcement actions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Dragos expands executive team amid cybersecurity market growth
Customer Experience

Dragos expands executive team amid cybersecurity market growth

Dragos has appointed Mark Matheos as CFO, Mark Packham as CMO, and Darren Sankbeil as CSO to enhance its cybersecurity leadership and growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays
Ransomware

UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays

Research by Semperis reveals that over 50% of UK firms are vulnerable to ransomware during holidays and weekends due to understaffed security teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence
Ransomware

AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
CrowdStrike report reveals China-linked cyber threat actor
Malware

CrowdStrike report reveals China-linked cyber threat actor

CrowdStrike's new report reveals the activities of a Chinese-linked threat actor, LIMINAL PANDA, targeting telecommunications since 2020.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Critical Infrastructure stories

Blue Yonder cyberattack exposes UK-US supply chain flaws
Ransomware

Blue Yonder cyberattack exposes UK-US supply chain flaws

A ransomware attack on software provider Blue Yonder has disrupted supply chains for grocery retailers in the UK and US, highlighting security vulnerabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Cyber Security Act passed into law
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Security Act passed into law

Australia's Parliament has passed the Cyber Security Act, mandating businesses to report ransomware payments within 72 hours to bolster national security.

By Dan Pearce • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear
Firewalls

Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear

Nozomi Networks has revealed serious vulnerabilities in Advantech's wireless access points, endangering the security of critical infrastructure across sectors.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Skybox Security study reveals network management challenges
Network Infrastructure

Skybox Security study reveals network management challenges

A Skybox Security study reveals that network professionals waste nearly half their workweek on manual tasks, raising concerns over compliance and security risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Aurizn acquires PAC Australia to expand defence expertise
Space

Aurizn acquires PAC Australia to expand defence expertise

Aurizn Group has acquired PAC Australia in a strategic move to bolster its position in the defence technology sector, enhancing capabilities and expertise.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Australia sees rise in cyber threats & financial losses
Unified Communications

Australia sees rise in cyber threats & financial losses

Australia's cyber security landscape is deteriorating, with over 1,100 incidents reported and average losses surging to AUD $30,700, warns the ACSC.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024