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February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks

A recent Bitdefender report reveals February 2025 as the worst month for ransomware, with victims rising 126% to 962, including a notable impact on Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms
Malware

Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms

The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list
IoT Security

Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list

Australia has climbed to fourth place globally for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, as a report reveals a surge in diverse threats targeting various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide
Malware

FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide

The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities
Malware

Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its February 2025 update, including two now exploited, marking a fifth month of no critical zero-days released.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests
Malware

Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests

Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ISACA launches new certification for cybersecurity skills

ISACA has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst credential to meet the rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Contec CMS8000 patient monitors pose data security risk, experts warn
Firewalls

Contec CMS8000 patient monitors pose data security risk, experts warn

CISA and the FDA have raised alarms about potential security flaws in Contec CMS8000 patient monitors, highlighting risks from a possible backdoor linked to China.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
Zyxel Networks wins 2024 award for firewall innovation
Firewalls

Zyxel Networks wins 2024 award for firewall innovation

Zyxel Networks has won the 2024 Cyber Security Award for Innovation for its USG FLEX 200HP Security Firewall, enhancing global digital resilience.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
How AI and software development will continue to shape the developer community in 2025
Supply Chain

How AI and software development will continue to shape the developer community in 2025

In 2025, organisations must navigate the complexities of AI integration in software development, balancing innovation with security and skilled developer support.

By Pieter Danhieux and Matias Madou • 7 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Dragos names Ekta Singh-Bushell as first Chief Operating Officer
Firewalls

Dragos names Ekta Singh-Bushell as first Chief Operating Officer

Dragos has appointed Ekta Singh-Bushell as its inaugural Chief Operating Officer, aiming to boost operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025
Open source software challenges predicted to continue in 2025
Endpoint Protection

Open source software challenges predicted to continue in 2025

Chris Hughes predicts that open source software adoption will grow in 2025, alongside sophisticated attacks and challenges in governance and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies
Software-as-a-Service

CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies

CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
December Patch Tuesday reveals 70 vulnerabilities
Ransomware

December Patch Tuesday reveals 70 vulnerabilities

This December, Microsoft addresses 70 vulnerabilities, including 16 critical remote code execution flaws, in its latest Patch Tuesday update.

By Adam Barnett • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
OpenText partners with Secure Code Warrior to boost security
DevOps

OpenText partners with Secure Code Warrior to boost security

OpenText has partnered with Secure Code Warrior to enhance security in software development by integrating real-time training into its Fortify product suite.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Veracode unveils new AI-driven features for Veracode Fix
Hyperscale

Veracode unveils new AI-driven features for Veracode Fix

Veracode has unveiled enhancements to its AI-powered coding solution, Veracode Fix, aiming to cut vulnerability remediation time drastically.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

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Semperis achieves USD $100M in annual recurring revenue
Zero Trust Security

Semperis achieves USD $100M in annual recurring revenue

Semperis has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing USD $100 million in annual recurring revenue, reflecting its rapid growth in the UK cybersecurity market.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025