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CrowdStrike awarded 2025 Google Cloud security partner
Data Protection

CrowdStrike awarded 2025 Google Cloud security partner

CrowdStrike has been awarded the 2025 Google Cloud Security Partner of the Year for Workload Security, strengthening its collaboration with Google Cloud to enhance AI safety.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Fortinet enhances AI to tackle emerging cyber threats
Firewalls

Fortinet enhances AI to tackle emerging cyber threats

Fortinet has launched enhancements to its FortiAI capabilities, aimed at bolstering protection against emerging cyber threats across its Security Fabric platform.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Google introduces comprehensive new security platform
Digital Transformation

Google introduces comprehensive new security platform

Google has launched Google Unified Security, an integrated platform designed to improve organisational security via enhanced threat detection and proactive measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Exclusive: Google Cloud Security VP on solving CISO pain points
Cloud Security

Exclusive: Google Cloud Security VP on solving CISO pain points

Peter Bailey of Google Cloud reveals plans to streamline enterprise security, addressing complexity faced by CISOs amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Google Cloud unveils AI-powered Unified Security platform at Next 25
Data Protection

Google Cloud unveils AI-powered Unified Security platform at Next 25

Google Cloud has unveiled Gus, an AI-driven Unified Security platform, at Next 25, aimed at helping security teams tackle evolving cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges
Ransomware

Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges

The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Check Point lauded as leader in attack surface management
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point lauded as leader in attack surface management

Check Point Software Technologies has been recognised as a leader in Attack Surface Management following its acquisition of Cyberint, according to GigaOm Radar.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw
Malware

Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw

Kaspersky has uncovered and patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome, enabling attackers to bypass sandbox protections via malicious links.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
Malware

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954

Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops
Ransomware

Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops

A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Cloud security in 2025: Why proactive defense is critical for zero-day exploits and legacy system risks
Ransomware

Cloud security in 2025: Why proactive defense is critical for zero-day exploits and legacy system risks

As cybercrime threats spiral, with costs projected to reach USD $15.63 trillion by 2029, World Cloud Security Day highlights urgent cloud security measures.

By Oscar Morales • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Bill O'Connell appointed Chief Security Officer at Commvault
Data Protection

Bill O'Connell appointed Chief Security Officer at Commvault

Bill O'Connell has been appointed as Chief Security Officer at Commvault, bringing nearly 20 years of expertise in cybersecurity and data protection.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
LevelBlue launches global cybersecurity partner programme
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

LevelBlue launches global cybersecurity partner programme

LevelBlue has launched a new Partner Programme for global Managed Service Providers and resellers, aiming to simplify cybersecurity and boost revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Research reveals smart TV vulnerabilities threaten networks
Network Infrastructure

Research reveals smart TV vulnerabilities threaten networks

Research by CYFOX has uncovered critical vulnerabilities in smart TVs that threaten corporate networks, highlighting a broader industry security concern.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Malware

Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group

Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
Multi-factor authentication

AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams

Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
CrowdStrike boosts Falcon with new AI risk management tools
Firewalls

CrowdStrike boosts Falcon with new AI risk management tools

CrowdStrike has unveiled enhancements to its Falcon Exposure Management, introducing AI-powered risk prioritisation for network assets and simplifying cybersecurity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Trustwave unveils MXDR solution with Devo collaboration
Hybrid Cloud

Trustwave unveils MXDR solution with Devo collaboration

Trustwave has unveiled its new Managed Extended Detection and Response solution in partnership with Devo Technology, aiming to enhance cybersecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025