Incident Response stories

Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges
Yesterday
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.

Kiteworks unveils Private Data Network for data security
Yesterday
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saas
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storage
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data protection
Kiteworks has unveiled its Private Data Network, designed to enhance security and compliance in sensitive data exchanges across digital channels.

Strengthening operational risk and third-party management – navigating the new APRA Standards
2 days ago
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
APRA-regulated entities in Australia must prepare for the upcoming CPS230 deadline, a shift aimed at enhancing operational and third-party risk management.

Australian utilities face rising threat from cyberattacks
2 days ago
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cybersecurity
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okta
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critical infrastructure
Recent cyberattacks on water and electricity operators in the US and UK pose significant risks for Australian utilities, revealing vulnerabilities and urgent need for action.

Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report
Last week
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ransomware
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hyperscale
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mfa
A recent report by Qualys reveals human error as a major security threat in cloud and SaaS sectors, with 28% of organisations facing data breaches last year.

Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence
Last week
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
A report by Sophos reveals that urgent action is needed against cyber threats, with attackers exploiting valid credentials for over half of breaches.

Exabeam unveils Nova AI agent for enhanced security ops
Last week
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siem
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it automation
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ai
Exabeam has launched Nova, an autonomous AI agent that enhances security operations by speeding up incident response and boosting analyst productivity by up to 80%.

NCC report reveals cyber threats to UK emergency services
Last week
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
A new NCC Group report reveals a worrying 15% rise in ransomware attacks on UK emergency services, with over 5,263 incidents recorded in 2024.

Harmony or havoc? The challenge of managing network security complexity
Last week
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
As businesses expand their digital operations, managing network security complexity resembles conducting an orchestra, where harmony is vital for protection.

SolarWinds unveils IT resilience solutions to combat change
Last week
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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genai
SolarWinds has unveiled new tools to enhance IT resilience as firms face increasing digital complexity and economic pressures, addressing key customer concerns.

Exabeam launches AI agent Nova for security operations
Last week
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Exabeam has unveiled Exabeam Nova, an AI agent poised to revolutionise security operations by enhancing incident response and threat mitigation.

Cloud security in 2025: Why proactive defense is critical for zero-day exploits and legacy system risks
Last week
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ransomware
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
As cybercrime threats spiral, with costs projected to reach USD $15.63 trillion by 2029, World Cloud Security Day highlights urgent cloud security measures.

ESET unveils new strategies to combat evolving cyber threats
Last week
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malware
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cloud security
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phishing
ESET has launched innovative solutions to address rising cyber threats, including Ransomware Remediation and enhanced email security features.

World Backup Day highlights need for strong data resilience
Last month
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storage
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data protection
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dr
As World Backup Day nears on 31 March, experts stress the urgency for businesses to modernise data resilience amid rising AI reliance and cybersecurity threats.

Bruce Security launches advanced SOC & MDR in Asia
Last month
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data analytics
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siem
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digital transformation
Bruce Security launches advanced Security Operations Center and Managed Detection and Response services in Asia, enhancing cyber protection for businesses.

How automation can reduce human error, improve team morale and reduce security risks
Last month
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cybersecurity
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productivity
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software engineering
New research reveals that automation could alleviate burnout among IT teams, reduce human error, and bolster security against rising cyber threats.

NVIDIA GTC: Realize the promise of AI agents as a workforce multiplier in cybersecurity
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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ai
At NVIDIA's recent GTC conference, experts discussed how AI agents are revolutionising cybersecurity, enhancing efficiency amid escalating cyber threats.

Ransomware attacks rise 50% in February, Cl0p leads surge
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
Ransomware attacks surged by 50% in February, totalling 886 incidents, with cyber gang Cl0p responsible for 37%, according to NCC Group's report.

Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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ai security
A new Datacom survey reveals a stark divide in cybersecurity confidence in New Zealand, with 71% of leaders confident in their staff, while only 51% of employees feel prepared.

Elastic & Tines expand partnership for AI-driven security
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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rpa
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ai
Elastic has expanded its partnership with Tines to integrate workflow automation into its AI platform, enhancing security and observability for teams.