Global Stories

Proofpoint enhances security awareness training platform

Available in Q4 2020, the platform will integrate more closely with Proofpoint's best-in-class threat intelligence.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Sep 2020

Proofpoint launches new SMB focused security awareness training

Proofpoint launches security training to reduce phishing and malware attacks for SMBs – aims for close to zero infections.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Sep 2020

Malware

Okta, CrowdStrike, Netskope and Proofpoint create shared zero trust security strategy

Okta, CrowdStrike, Netskope, and Proofpoint have unveiled a joint zero trust security strategy, crucial for secure digital and remote working environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2020

Phishing

'Social engineering at scale': Phishing attacks milk COVID-19

Cybercriminals exploit COVID-19, launching phishing attacks that mimic WHO and IMF, warns Proofpoint. Fake cash promises bait users into revealing credentials.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2020

Phishing

80% of cyber threat landscape uses COVID-19 as leverage - report

Cybercriminals are exploiting COVID-19 fears, with 80% of threats weaponising the pandemic, says a Proofpoint report, noting 500,000 malicious messages.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2020

Malware

Cybercriminals prey on healthcare panic to spread malware

Cybercriminals exploit COVID-19 panic, sending fake HIV test results via phishing emails to spread Koadic malware, forensic experts from Proofpoint reveal.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2020

Malware

Australian professionals high target for cyber crims, new study shows

Aussie Infosec pros report highest phishing-led ransomware rates, underpinning urgent need for cyber education.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2020

Cloud Access Security Broker

Proofpoint acquires insider threat management firm ObserveIT

Proofpoint will hand over US$225 million as part of a new arrangement to acquire insider threat management platform ObserveIT.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2019

Partner Programmes

Proofpoint integrates people-centric protection with Okta's Identity Cloud

The partnership aims to bolster the security posture for organisations' very attacked people (VAPs) by applying additional adaptive security controls.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2019

Endpoint Protection

Proofpoint and CrowdStrike partner on endpoint protection integration

Proofpoint partners with CrowdStrike to enhance endpoint protection, integrating advanced email threat intelligence with Falcon's cloud-based security.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2019

Data Loss Prevention

Gartner names Proofpoint leader in security training

Gartner recognises Proofpoint as a leader in security training for the sixth year, highlighting the company's top-notch solutions in cybersecurity awareness.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2019

Phishing

Proofpoint announces new risk profile and training customisation features

Proofpoint launches adaptive security controls to dynamically isolate URLs and personalised training features, boosting protection and user education efficacy.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2019

Phishing

Do we need cybersecurity training? Phishing remains problem area

Phishing attacks remain a significant threat, with one in four cybersecurity questions answered incorrectly, a new report from Proofpoint reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2019

Marketing Technologies

Domain fraud rampant as criminals cash in

Cybercriminals are cashing in on domain fraud for almost every possible reason – to impersonate businesses, events, and even trusted leaders and celebrities.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2019

Email Security

Forrester names Proofpoint leader in enterprise email security

Email remains the preferred attack vector for cybercriminal activity, from low-level cybercriminals to nation states.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2019

Malware

Emotet drove 61% of malicious payloads in Q1 2019 - Proofpoint

In Q1 2019, 61% of malicious payloads were driven by Emotet, according to Proofpoint's latest report, highlighting a major cyber threat shift.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2019

Email Security

Email attacks targeting financial services up 60% - Proofpoint

These attacks are socially engineered to target specific people within financial services organisations who can execute requests on the attacker's behalf.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2019