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AI-driven agents spark new identity crisis for cyber security
Ransomware

AI-driven agents spark new identity crisis for cyber security

AI-driven agents now outnumber humans 82 to 1 in firms, escalating identity attacks as 90% of business leaders deem them their top cyber threat.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Retailers face soaring AI-driven fraud risks for Black Friday sales
Multi-factor authentication

Retailers face soaring AI-driven fraud risks for Black Friday sales

Retailers risk losses up to USD $500,000 from AI-driven fraud this Black Friday as bot attacks exploit security gaps in account creation and login processes.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Rubrik unveils AI tools to boost recovery for Microsoft 365 & DevOps
Data Protection

Rubrik unveils AI tools to boost recovery for Microsoft 365 & DevOps

Rubrik launches AI-powered tools to speed Microsoft 365 recovery and safeguard Azure DevOps and GitHub, cutting downtime and boosting cyber resilience.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Radware unveils LLM Firewall to combat generative AI threats
Firewalls

Radware unveils LLM Firewall to combat generative AI threats

Radware launches LLM Firewall to protect enterprises from generative AI threats by blocking attacks and safeguarding sensitive data at the prompt level.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
AI-driven cyber attacks surge, outpacing security defences
Firewalls

AI-driven cyber attacks surge, outpacing security defences

AI-driven cyber attacks are escalating rapidly, outpacing traditional defences and forcing security teams to adopt advanced AI tools to keep pace.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Retailers unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats as attacks surge
Application Security

Retailers unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats as attacks surge

Nearly half of retailers report surging AI-driven cyber attacks, yet only a quarter feel prepared as the busy shopping season looms, new research shows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Fastly launches partner certification to combat rising cyber threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Fastly launches partner certification to combat rising cyber threats

Fastly launches a new certification programme for partners to tackle rising cyber threats, enhancing security expertise and service delivery worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

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Hacktivism: From digital protest to real-world threat - what organisations must do to keep up
Malware

Hacktivism: From digital protest to real-world threat - what organisations must do to keep up

Hacktivism, once seen as digital protest, now intertwines with state agendas, posing complex cyber threats amid global conflicts like Ukraine and Gaza.

By Hannah Baumgaertner • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Australian, global agencies cripple major cybercrime malware tools
Malware

Australian, global agencies cripple major cybercrime malware tools

Australian and global law enforcement, aided by Proofpoint, have disrupted Rhadamanthys and VenomRAT malware families used in cyberattacks worldwide, including in Australia.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Three steps to help your financial institution stay ahead of evolving cyber crime
Multi-factor authentication

Three steps to help your financial institution stay ahead of evolving cyber crime

Financial institutions face rising AI-driven cyberattacks and must adopt intelligence-led defence, active vendor management, and balance security with customer experience.

By Rick Van Luvender • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Australian firms turn to outsourced cybersecurity leadership amid skills gap
Phishing

Australian firms turn to outsourced cybersecurity leadership amid skills gap

Australian firms facing a cybersecurity leadership shortage are increasingly turning to outsourced CISOs to manage risks and regulatory compliance effectively.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Australia urged to boost funding & diversity in quantum computing
Data Protection

Australia urged to boost funding & diversity in quantum computing

Australia must boost funding and diversify research in quantum computing to harness its benefits and tackle emerging cybersecurity risks, experts warn.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Negligence is Warfare
Data Protection

Negligence is Warfare

Cyber-attacks in the UK have surged from 89 to 204, exposing major firms like Marks & Spencer and Jaguar Land Rover to serious risks amid government inaction.

By Jeremy Samide • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
The major cyber hurdles that could deeply impact businesses in 2026
Firewalls

The major cyber hurdles that could deeply impact businesses in 2026

Businesses face severe cyber risks in 2026 as outdated IT and rising threats demand urgent action to avoid costly breaches and compliance failures.

By Barry Daniels • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Managed security services help small firms combat rising cyber risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Managed security services help small firms combat rising cyber risks

Small firms, vulnerable to rising cyber threats, turn to managed security services like Borderless CS for affordable, expert protection and business continuity.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Wavenet launches CyberGuard Net360 for enhanced network security
Firewalls

Wavenet launches CyberGuard Net360 for enhanced network security

Wavenet launches CyberGuard Net360, a managed service offering UK businesses boosted network security, visibility and threat response amid rising cyber attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Healthcare ramps up cyber defences as threats & costs rise
Data Protection

Healthcare ramps up cyber defences as threats & costs rise

Healthcare providers are boosting cyber defences amid rising cyber threats, safeguarding patient data and critical care systems from costly attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025