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N-able report flags rise in network perimeter threats

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Network and perimeter attacks surged in 2025, N-able warns, as AI-driven SOCs face rising alert volumes and new cloud orchestrator risks.
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N-able sees network attacks surge as AI boosts SOCs

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Network and perimeter attacks are resurging as SOCs lean on AI and SOAR, with 90% of investigations now handled autonomously.
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OPSWAT founder urges prevention-first cyber defence

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OPSWAT founder Benny Czarny urges a prevention-first cyber defence in his new book, arguing detection-led tools can no longer keep pace.
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Gallagher unveils safer F5 & F6 smart fence controllers

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Gallagher debuts F5 and F6 smart fence controllers, adding safety, smart sync and scalable integration for high-risk perimeter sites.
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TrendAI & Nvidia boost security for agentic AI tools

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TrendAI and Nvidia deepen collaboration to embed layered security and governance into OpenShell, protecting long-lived autonomous AI agents.
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VIPRE email security integrates with Microsoft Defender

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VIPRE links its Integrated Email Security with Microsoft Defender, unifying phishing and BEC detections in a single Defender console view.
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Veriff & Data Zoo partner to combat AI identity fraud

Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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Veriff taps Data Zoo's global data network to bolster multi-layered ID checks and help digital firms fight fast-evolving AI identity fraud.
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Securing the digital classroom: A layered cybersecurity approach for K-12 schools

Fri, 13th Feb 2026
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As classrooms digitise, SonicWall pushes layered cybersecurity to shield K-12 schools from ransomware, phishing and zero-day threats.
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Phishing-as-a-service kits drive surge in 2025 scams

Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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Phishing-as-a-service kits doubled in 2025, now powering 90% of attacks as cyber gangs race to outsmart multifactor checks and filters.
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Top Fraud Trends and Considerations for 2026

Mon, 5th Jan 2026
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AI-driven fraud, deepfakes and synthetic IDs are redefining 2026 risk, forcing firms to ditch reactive tools for layered, intelligent defence.
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Ransomware groups surge as automation cuts attack time to 18 mins

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Automation and AI slash ransomware attack times to 18 minutes, challenging defenders to match speed with automated defences, says ReliaQuest report.
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Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.
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Lab data breach exposes sensitive records of 1.6 million people

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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The Laboratory Services Cooperative has suffered a data breach exposing sensitive info of 1.6 million people across 35 states, highlighting risks in healthcare.