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New RCE bug is making APAC businesses vulnerable to Log Injection attacks
Firewalls

New RCE bug is making APAC businesses vulnerable to Log Injection attacks

A new remote code execution bug could be making businesses in Asia Pacific vulnerable to Log4Shell log injection attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
Manufacturers struggle to close security gaps as they undergo digital transformation
Manufacturing

Manufacturers struggle to close security gaps as they undergo digital transformation

Combining new and legacy operational technology has left manufacturers vulnerable to cyberattacks, says ISG report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
Honeywell and Acalvio Technologies launch shared solution to stop zero-day attacks
Cybersecurity

Honeywell and Acalvio Technologies launch shared solution to stop zero-day attacks

Honeywell and Acalvio launch solution to detect cyber attacks in commercial buildings' operational technology environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits
Cybersecurity

Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits

Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits, according to new research from Check Point Software.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips
Malware

January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips

Experts warn of rising cyber attacks in Australia as January becomes a prime time for ransomware attacks. Small businesses urged to be prepared.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022
Google Cloud acquires cybersecurity provider Siemplify
Hyperscale

Google Cloud acquires cybersecurity provider Siemplify

Google Cloud has announced the acquisition of Siemplify, a security orchestration, automation and response provider.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jan 2022
Logjam: Log4j exploit attempts continue in globally distributed scans, attacks
Firewalls

Logjam: Log4j exploit attempts continue in globally distributed scans, attacks

Log4j exploit attempts persist globally, with evidence of scans and attacks, according to Sophos threat researcher Sean Gallagher.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Dec 2021
Future of trust: Security compliance automation investment set to increase
Supply Chain

Future of trust: Security compliance automation investment set to increase

80% of APEJ organisations will boost investment in security compliance automation by 15% to meet global regulations, says IDC report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j
Partner Programmes

A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j

Datto is encouraging all MSPs to download a free script developed and made available on GitHub for any Remote Monitoring and Management solution.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Dec 2021
End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware
Malware

End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware

Unique cyber attacks decrease in Q3 2021, but attacks on individuals rise, says Positive Technologies report. Remote access trojans also on the rise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware
Malware

Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware

Sophos research reveals how AvosLocker ransomware exploits AnyDesk to launch attacks, bypassing security controls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
CrowdStrike expands CrowdXDR Alliance with three new partners
Partner Programmes

CrowdStrike expands CrowdXDR Alliance with three new partners

CrowdStrike expands CrowdXDR Alliance with key partners, aiming to deliver deep integrations for enhanced security insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
Biggest data breach will hit in 2022 - Micro Focus
Breach Prevention

Biggest data breach will hit in 2022 - Micro Focus

In the aftermath of digitalisation on a scale that we haven't seen before, 2021 has left many organisations still scrambling to secure their IT networks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots ANZ hires new direct sales channel manager
Artificial Intelligence

AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots ANZ hires new direct sales channel manager

AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots has announced the appointment of David Toniazzo as its new direct sales channel manager.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
Forcepoint reveals the top 5 cybersecurity trends to watch out for in 2022
Malware

Forcepoint reveals the top 5 cybersecurity trends to watch out for in 2022

Cyberattacks will become a military weapon, with governments targeting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, according to cybersecurity firm Forcepoint.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
Ransomware will remain the number one security threat - Barracuda
Malware

Ransomware will remain the number one security threat - Barracuda

Barracuda Networks predicts a rise in ransomware attacks and heightened risk for critical infrastructure in its 2022 cybersecurity forecast.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
Increase in holiday bot attacks, new type of Grinch Bot uncovered
Cybersecurity

Increase in holiday bot attacks, new type of Grinch Bot uncovered

Kasada data reveals increased holiday threats, rising bot attacks, and a new Grinch Bot variant used during hype drop sales.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Dec 2021

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