MFA / Multi-factor authentication stories
Under the knife: Healthcare sector grappling with rising ransomware threat
Yesterday
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siem
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digital transformation
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encryption
Australia's healthcare sector faces an increase in potentially fatal ransomware attacks, highlighting the importance of prioritised cybersecurity amidst digital transformation.
Akamai Technologies unveils Guardicore platform for improved network security
3 days ago
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
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firewall
Akamai Technologies introduces the Guardicore platform, an AI-integrated security solution featuring Zero Trust Network Access and microsegmentation, proffering advanced protection against ransomware and bolstering compliance and hybrid security.
Australian firms at risk due to evolving cybercriminal sophistication
3 days ago
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accounting systems
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biometrics
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physical security
Growing sophistication of cybercriminal identities threatens Australian enterprises, as only over one-third implement multi-factor authentication, leaving them vulnerable to AI-driven attacks, reports Ping Identity.
Akamai introduces Guardicore Platform to combat rising ransomware attacks
4 days ago
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ransomware
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cloud services
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cloud security
Akamai Technologies' revolutionary security platform, Akamai Guardicore, combines Zero Trust Network Access and microsegmentation, offering robust defense against relentless ransomware.
Veritas unveils AI advancements for self-defending data protection
4 days ago
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data protection
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data management
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mfa
Veritas Technologies amplifies AI for enhanced, self-protecting data security measures, aiming to facilitate quicker recovery for businesses post-cybersecurity breaches.
Intelliworx urges government to boost SME cybersecurity in budget
5 days ago
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microsoft
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email security
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cybersecurity
Intelliworx is urging the Australian Federal Government to bolster cybersecurity measures and funding support in the forthcoming budget.
GitHub's 2FA initiative helps secure software supply chain
Last week
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app development
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cybersecurity
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github
GitHub's two-factor authentication methodology advances software supply chain security. In 2023, a notable rise in 2FA adoption was seen.
Coalition integrates cyber risk platform with top cloud services providers
Last month
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microsoft
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cloud services
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public cloud
Coalition is integrating its cyber risk management platform, Coalition Control, with major cloud services like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Amazon Web Services to offer enhanced cybersecurity and risk management.
Three ways employees can spot a deepfake scam
Last month
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cybersecurity
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fraud
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mfa
As deepfake scams surge globally, employees are urged to be vigilant and adopt common-sense checks, including 'liveness' checks and using internal codewords.
Report finds 90% of cyber attacks in 2023 exploited RDP
Last month
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firewall
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endpoint protection
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network security
Sophos reports the abuse of Remote Desktop Protocol in 90% of cyber attacks in 2023, marking the highest level of RDP misuse since 2020.
Ransomware retains top spot, Sophos cybercrime report reveals
Last month
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firewall
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ransomware
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network security
Sophos' Active Adversary Report 2023 unveils persistent ransomware threats, rising use of compromised credentials in cyberattacks.
SendQuick wins Bronze Globee Award for cybersecurity innovation
Last month
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cybersecurity
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singpass
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singapore
Singaporean firm SendQuick secures Bronze Globee Award win in the Authentication Solution category at the 20th Annual 2024 Globee Awards for Cybersecurity.
AI bolsters security response times, reveals ReliaQuest report
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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email security
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phishing
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ai
ReliaQuest's annual threat report reveals AI and automation technologies improve organisations' response time to security incidents by up to 99% year on year.
The imperative to go beyond backup, by focusing on cyber resilience & AI
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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dr
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cloud services
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ml
This World Backup Day Cohesity calls for a focus on cyber resilience & AI amid rising cyber threats.
From investment to impact: Unlocking cybersecurity value
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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firewall
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network security
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cloud security
Three small steps can enable organisations to realise significant gains from their existing tools, and to substantially improve their security posture.
A proactive approach to cyber and physical security
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Recent Genetec survey reveals a rising awareness of cyber threats targeting physical security systems, sparking increased investment in cybersecurity resources and protocols.
IAS unveils industry-first ad clutter detection with AI-driven solution
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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martech
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ml
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mfa
IAS reveals its first-ever AI-based solution capable of detecting and avoiding ad clutter on websites, with the aim to enhance optimisation and deliver utmost efficacy in programmatic ad buying.
Three quarters worry over AI misuse in upcoming US elections
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
A recent survey reveals a growing concern among 78% of U.S. voters over potential misuse of AI in the 2024 elections, affecting cybersecurity and election outcomes.
Overcoming the threat of account takeover fraud
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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cloud services
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dark web
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physical security
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting online accounts in identity theft surge, with ATO fraud attacks increasing by over 350% in 2023, finds digital fraud management firm, Sift.
IWD 2024: Expert security insight from within the gaming industry
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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cloud services
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ddos
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cybersecurity
The gaming industry must increase cybersecurity efforts amid growing threats; risks include data theft and game manipulation, leading to financial losses and a decrease in public trust, says Mindera's Gaming lead, Teresa Matos.
AUCloud combats rising scams with new cyber security training
Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
In the face of escalating email scams, AUCloud unveils pioneering cyber security courses and phishing simulations to bolster security for Australian businesses.
Decoding the Microsoft breach: Key lessons to bolster cyber resilience
Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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microsoft
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Amidst the complexities of cybersecurity, the recent breach at Microsoft demonstrates the persistent challenge posed by nation-state attacks and highlights strategies for garnering cyber resilience.
Human error is the top cyber threat, according to CTOs
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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ransomware
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iam
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mfa
Human error is regarded as the most significant cyber threat by 59% of Chief Technology Officers, despite high adoption of security measures.
Rise in 'quishing' attacks exploits growth in QR code usage
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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malware
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cloud services
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cybersecurity
With the rise of QR code usage, a new form of phishing attack dubbed 'quishing' has surged, with cyber criminals exploiting the codes to steal personal data, warns Yubico's solutions architect, Josh Cigna.