Global Stories

Report highlights growing cyber vulnerabilities, CISO Darren Humphries comments

Critical cyber vulnerabilities are soaring, with 74% of firms struggling to swiftly patch holes, warns Darren Humphries, CISO at technology services provider, Acora.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024

Unified Communications

Semgrep and HackerOne unite to improve code security reviews

In response to rising cyber threats, Semgrep and HackerOne's PullRequest aim to streamline early vulnerability detection and testing in software development through a new collaborative initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024

Supply Chain

Software security strains under supply chain complexity, Slim.AI reveals

Over 40% of firms struggle to tackle vulnerabilities in the rising complexity of software supply chains, despite sizeable resource allocation, says Slim.AI's recent Container Report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jan 2024

Encryption

Google Cloud launches tool to detect plaintext credentials for free

Google Cloud launches a secret discovery tool aimed at boosting organisation's security by detecting and monitoring plaintext credentials, part of its no-cost Sensitive Data Protection offering.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jan 2024

Semiconductors

iPhone hardware feature exploited in Operation Triangulation

Kaspersky reveals hackers have utilised a previously unknown iPhone hardware feature to bypass Apple's memory protections.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jan 2024

Partner Programmes

NEC unveils AI strategy, aims to revolutionise industries with generative AI

NEC launches a tailored AI solution to revolutionise operations across industries, building on its enhanced large language model.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023

Security vulnerabilities

CybeReady celebrates standout year in security awareness training

CybeReady has seen exceptional growth over the course of 2023, with significant strides in security awareness training solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023

Open source

Zoom introduces VISS, an innovative approach to vulnerability assessment

Zoom unveils Vulnerability Impact Scoring System (VISS), an open-source method set to revolutionise online security. .

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023

Application Security

Beware the lasting legacy of the Log4j vulnerability

Efforts to mitigate the Log4j vulnerability involve updating to patched versions of Log4j, but the process continues to be complex.

By Erin Stephan • 6 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023

Supply Chain

DerScanner introduces Supply Chain Security to protect third-party code elements

DerScanner adds Supply Chain Security feature to verify third-party code, combating rising threats amid increasing open-source software cyberattacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Dec 2023

Data Protection

The pressing need for self-healing apps and network resilience

Alarming new data reveals significant vulnerabilities that, if ignored, could lead to catastrophic consequences for enterprises.

By Nicko van Someren • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023

Virtualisation

Cloud native security threats concern 75% of IT & security leaders

New research shows that IT and security leaders believe Kubernetes will play a major role in app development, but are concerned about security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023

Unified Communications

GitHub's AI revolution: Transforming code language & developer experience

GitHub announces an AI-driven platform that integrates AI into every phase of development, introducing natural language as a universal programming language.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023

Security Information and Event Management

Updating Apple devices in the era of rapid security responses

Every organisation employing Apple devices must develop and follow a clear strategy to handle Apple's new RSR approach to OS upgrades.

By Winston Wong • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2023

Fintech

In today's data-driven world, compromising on cybersecurity is not an option

As the global financial ecosystem expands, it's getting harder for organisations to navigate the maze of cyber risks alone.

By Johan Gerber • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

EduTech

Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns

Cybersecurity expert Leon Poggioli believes Australia's proposed cybersecurity law reforms need to pay more heed to smart home devices like solar inverters, crucial for grid stability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024

Health Technologies

Netsafe reveals growing online harm for New Zealanders

Netsafe's 2023 research reveals a sharp rise in harmful digital communications experienced by New Zealanders, with almost half of the Māori population and many under 30 falling victim.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Dec 2023

Data Analytics

Australian firms boost AI investments for business operations, survey finds

Australian companies are significantly increasing AI investments to ramp up productivity and outpace competitors, a Dynatrace survey reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023

Risk & Compliance

Exclusive: Qualys' risk-based approach to cybersecurity

Qualys, a provider of cloud-based security and compliance solutions, has been pivotal in aiding companies through their digital transformation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2023

Risk & Compliance

UK employees jeopardise workplace cybersecurity with unauthorised downloads

Two-thirds of UK employees are endangering business cybersecurity by unauthorised app downloads, often unbeknown to IT departments, Armis research reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023