Insider threats stories

Why physical security for data centres differs from other facilities
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data protection
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physical security
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risk & compliance
In an era dominated by data, the unique security needs of data centres demand specialised measures to protect invaluable assets and sensitive information.

UK legal sector sees 39% surge in data breach incidents
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data protection
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document management
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ecm
A recent report reveals a staggering 39% rise in data breaches within the UK's legal sector, compromising the personal details of nearly 8 million people.

Embracing privacy-first to tackle cyber & regulatory risks
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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genai
OpenText Cybersecurity urges businesses to adopt a privacy-first strategy as regulatory pressures and cyber threats escalate, especially ahead of Data Privacy Week.

CrowdStrike unveils new services to combat insider threats
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
CrowdStrike unveils its Insider Risk Services, a new strategy to tackle insider threats, amid rising costs of USD $16.2 million for organisations.

BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.

CrowdStrike launches new service to combat insider threats
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endpoint protection
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ai security
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edr
CrowdStrike has unveiled its Insider Risk Services, designed to tackle the rising costs of insider threats averaging USD $16.2 million annually.

AI threats top concern for UK SMEs' cybersecurity in 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
A study by Six Degrees reveals AI-generated attacks are the top cybersecurity worry for 35% of UK SMEs heading into 2025, eclipsing traditional threats.

Thales forecasts cybersecurity trends reshaping 2025 landscape
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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physical security
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quantum computing
Thales forecasts key cybersecurity trends for 2025, pinpointing risks like intellectual property loss and increased attacks on critical infrastructure.

The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybersecurity has become critical for manufacturing, with ransomware attacks representing 71% of incidents. Proactive strategies are essential to mitigate risks.

Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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cloud security
A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.

Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, consolidation, nation-states
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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application security
Key executives at Qualys forecast a surge in cybersecurity consolidation, AI's pivotal role, and mounting threats from nation-state attacks by 2025.

Varonis expands data security support to include Databricks
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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data protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Varonis expands its data security capabilities to include Databricks, enhancing protection for enterprise data used by 60% of Fortune 500 companies.

Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.

Effective ways to improve security by avoiding privilege creep
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
In a digital landscape fraught with data breaches, organisations must tackle the silent threat of privilege creep to safeguard sensitive information.

North Korean operatives exposed in global tech job scam
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
SentinelLabs reveals North Korean operatives are masquerading as foreign IT professionals to infiltrate global tech markets and bypass sanctions.

BlackFog unveils advanced platform for ransomware defence
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
BlackFog has unveiled its next generation enterprise platform, enhancing ransomware protection with features like air gap security and AI-based monitoring.

Major retailer's IT flaw exposes sensitive data, now fixed
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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apm
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Cequence Security has uncovered a major vulnerability in a leading food and drug retailer's IT systems, exposing sensitive data across four subdomains.

Fortinet launches AI-powered data loss prevention solution
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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cloud security
Fortinet has launched FortiDLP, a next-gen data loss prevention solution designed to enhance security management and address insider threats for enterprises.

What keeps CISOs up at night? A halloween tale of cyber frights and digital haunts
Mon, 28th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
This Halloween, as Australians carve pumpkins, CISOs face digital horrors, battling cyber threats, insider risks, and compliance monsters.

Secuvy launches advanced features to boost data security
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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cloud security
Secuvy has launched innovative features to enhance data security, targeting insider threats and streamlining compliance for organisations.