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Are ransomware attacks becoming a cost of doing business in Australia?

It's easy to see why ransomware is such a cash cow for cybercriminals. It’s more efficient and profitable than other cybercrimes and by exploiting our near-total dependence on the internet, bad actors can demand millions of dollars to restore operations. It’s also the worst-kept secret among Australia’s cyber community that businesses have been quietly ...
Let’s stop playing the blame game and start taking more responsibility for cybersecurity

Let’s stop playing the blame game and start taking more responsibility for cybersecurity

You will know the drill if you work in cybersecurity: something goes wrong, and immediately the recriminations begin. Vendors, customers, consultants and service providers form an orderly circle, face off, and begin blaming and shaming.     We all know deep down that this circular firing squad routine is toxic and counterproductive, but it is an ...

Tenable Research Finds 72% of Organisations Remain Vulnerable to “Nightmare” Log4j Vulnerability

Tenable®, the Exposure Management company, today announced the results of a telemetry study examining the scope and impact of the critical Log4j vulnerability, known as Log4Shell, in the months following its initial disclosure. According to the data collected from over 500 million tests, 72% of organisations remain vulnerable to the Log4Shell ...
Lookout Threat Lab Discovers Predatory Loan Apps on Google Play and Apple App Store

Lookout Threat Lab Discovers Predatory Loan Apps on Google Play and Apple App Store

Data exfiltration from devices used to pressure for repayment by harassing the customer or their contacts
9 Out of 10 Organisations in Asia-Pacific Report Digital Trust as ‘Extremely Important’: DigiCert Survey

9 Out of 10 Organisations in Asia-Pacific Report Digital Trust as ‘Extremely Important’: DigiCert Survey

In APAC, organisations report digital trust as important due to the expanding threat landscape within the region. Also, 91% of consumers are concerned about cyber threats, more than the rest of the world.
Bitdefender Threat Debrief – November 2022

Bitdefender Threat Debrief – November 2022

Bitdefender has released its November Threat Debrief, a monthly series analysing threat news, trends, and research from the previous month. It includes a Ransomware Report highlighting the top ransomware families detected, as well as the top countries affected including Australia, and the top trojans targeting Android during October.
Genetec Releases 2022 State of Physical Security Report

Genetec Releases 2022 State of Physical Security Report

Cybersecurity concerns are on the rise; Data from physical security technology seen as ‘mission-critical’ tool for business operations; Industry embraces hybrid cloud infrastructure and unified solutions.
Why an Effective Security Strategy Requires Three Pillars

Why an Effective Security Strategy Requires Three Pillars

The cybersecurity strategies followed by many organisations tend to be rather piecemeal affairs. Multiple products are deployed to tackle different threats with little thought given to creating a cohesive whole. Such an approach is concerning for a number of reasons. It makes effective management difficult to achieve because IT teams need to monitor ...
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Check Point Software Technologies Expands Comprehensive Cybersecurity Portfolio on Pax8 Marketplace

Check Point Software Technologies Expands Comprehensive Cybersecurity Portfolio on Pax8 Marketplace

SYDNEY, NSW (June 10, 2025) – Pax8, the leading cloud commerce Marketplace, today announced that Check Point Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP) is significantly expanding its presence on the Pax8 Marketplace by expanding its cybersecurity portfolio available to partners. This expansion provides Pax8's global partner ecosystem with access to Check ...
Claroty Unveils New xDome Platform

Claroty Unveils New xDome Platform

Claroty Introduces New Impact-centric Approach to CPS Risk Reduction with Device Purpose and Risk Benchmarking Capabilities Organisations Can Now Prioritise CPS Remediation Efforts Based on Potential Impact to Business Outcomes
Bitdefender Launches Powerful Compliance Management Solution Unified With Endpoint Security

Bitdefender Launches Powerful Compliance Management Solution Unified With Endpoint Security

Bitdefender today announced GravityZone Compliance Manager, a new addition to its GravityZone platform that helps organisations reduce the burden of compliance and streamline audit readiness. Designed specifically for today’s complex regulatory landscape, the solution provides real-time visibility, automated remediation, audit-ready reports, and ...
Fortinet Launches Cybersecurity Curriculum for Classrooms in Australia to Strengthen Digital Resilience in Education

Fortinet Launches Cybersecurity Curriculum for Classrooms in Australia to Strengthen Digital Resilience in Education

Fortinet showcases free, education-focused training service that builds foundational cyber awareness among students at the 2025 AIS NSW ICT Management and Leadership Conference – Digital Directors    
New Research Shows ANZ Security Leaders Are Optimistic about AI Agents, But Trust and Compliance Are Key

New Research Shows ANZ Security Leaders Are Optimistic about AI Agents, But Trust and Compliance Are Key

IT security leaders across ANZ expect AI agents to be beneficial, yet most see significant readiness gaps in deploying proper safeguards As AI adoption accelerates and cyber threats increase, 75 per cent of Australian and New Zealand (ANZ) IT security leaders recognise their security practices need transformation. New data from the latest ...
CrowdStrike Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

CrowdStrike Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

• Ending ARR surpasses $4.4 billion, adding $194 million in net new ARR • Delivers strong Falcon Flex deal momentum with accounts exceeding $3.2 billion in total deal value, growing more than 6x year-over-year • Achieves record cash flow from operations of $384 million and robust free cash flow of $279 million • Announces share repurchase authorization ...
Ip.Glass Supports Major Infrastructure Transformation At Hornsby Shire Council With Fortinet Secure SD-WAN Solution

Ip.Glass Supports Major Infrastructure Transformation At Hornsby Shire Council With Fortinet Secure SD-WAN Solution

June 04, 2025 – Ip.Glass, a leading provider of innovative cybersecurity and networking services, has successfully delivered a complete network transformation for Hornsby Shire Council using Fortinet’s Secure SD-WAN and SD-Branch solutions. The project represents a significant step forward in the Council’s strategy to improve connectivity, enhance ...
Nintex Survey Finds Australian IT Leaders Embrace AI as SaaS Sprawl Undermines Productivity

Nintex Survey Finds Australian IT Leaders Embrace AI as SaaS Sprawl Undermines Productivity

Melbourne, Australia – June 5, 2025 – Australian mid-market organisations are contending with a growing software sprawl crisis, with 49% juggling between 51 and 200 SaaS tools, and half adding a new tool every two to four weeks. To overcome this, Australians are turning to AI, with 92% deploying AI to detect redundant apps, automate integrations, and ...
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