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Ransomware attacks rise in global food & agriculture sector
Agricultural Technology

Ransomware attacks rise in global food & agriculture sector

Ransomware attackers are increasingly targeting global food and agriculture, with the sector suffering 167 attacks in 2023, says a report by Food and Ag-ISAC.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
Exclusive: CyberArk and the evolving role of CISOs
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: CyberArk and the evolving role of CISOs

CyberArk's Thomas Fikentscher discusses the growing cybersecurity threat, highlighting an expected surge in identity-related breaches and the integral role of CISOs.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024
Recorded Future reveals potential AI exploitation in 2024
Malware

Recorded Future reveals potential AI exploitation in 2024

Recorded Future warns of looming AI exploitation by cybercriminals in 2024, from using deepfakes to impersonate executives to disinformation campaigns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Wavelink partners with Garland Technology to bolster network security
Firewalls

Wavelink partners with Garland Technology to bolster network security

Wavelink forms strategic partnership with Garland Technology to offer partners extensive range of network visibility solutions, supporting robust cybersecurity measures amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024
Nozomi Networks secures $100m for IoT security expansion
Internet of Things

Nozomi Networks secures $100m for IoT security expansion

Nozomi Networks raises $100m in Series E funding, led by Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric, to accelerate cyber defence innovation and facilitate cost-effective worldwide market expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
LockBit ransomware gang dismantled by global task force
EduTech

LockBit ransomware gang dismantled by global task force

The notorious LockBit ransomware gang, linked to over £120m in extortion and impacting 2000+ victims globally, has been dismantled by an international task force led by the UK and US.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
Half-year surge in cyber attacks on infrastructure, says Dragos
Unified Communications

Half-year surge in cyber attacks on infrastructure, says Dragos

Worldwide cybersecurity expert Dragos reports a 50% surge in politically motivated cyberattacks and new threat clusters targeting critical infrastructure.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024
Motorola acquires London surveillance firm Silent Sentinel
Motorola Solutions

Motorola acquires London surveillance firm Silent Sentinel

Motorola Solutions acquires UK-based Silent Sentinel, a leading provider of advanced video surveillance solutions, in a strategic move that enhances its video security portfolio.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Orbus Software & YVC unveil CriticalXI for maritime & aviation sectors
Risk & Compliance

Orbus Software & YVC unveil CriticalXI for maritime & aviation sectors

Orbus Software and Your Virtual CISO introduce CriticalXI, helping Australian seaports and airports navigate incoming legislative changes to the country's critical infrastructure and privacy acts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2024
Sekuro & Dragos team up to fortify Australian critical infrastructure
IoT Security

Sekuro & Dragos team up to fortify Australian critical infrastructure

Cybersecurity firm Sekuro joins forces with global leader Dragos to combat growing cyber threats to Australia's critical infrastructure, offering unparalleled threat detection and system resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Yokogawa collaborates with Fortinet for secure IT/OT integration
Firewalls

Yokogawa collaborates with Fortinet for secure IT/OT integration

Yokogawa Engineering Asia is joining cybersecurity firm Fortinet's Engage Partner Program to enhance IT and operational technology security within industries such as oil, gas and manufacturing.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024
Secolve & Asimily join forces to boost Australia's IoT security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Secolve & Asimily join forces to boost Australia's IoT security

Secolve and Asimily join forces to bolster Australia's IoT risk management, enhancing security solutions for the nation's critical infrastructure and effectively tackling cybersecurity threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
Optic Security Group bags double win at 2024 New Zealand OSPAs
Security industry

Optic Security Group bags double win at 2024 New Zealand OSPAs

Optic Security Group sees double victory at the 2024 OSPAs, with Isaac Taingahue and Lee Ashton scooping 'Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director' and 'Outstanding Security Consultant' respectively.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024
Raj Varaham named Gallagher Security's southern India manager
Government

Raj Varaham named Gallagher Security's southern India manager

Raj Varaham has been announced as the new Regional Sales Manager for Gallagher Security India's southern region, bringing with him extensive experience from his previous endeavour at access control system leader, Dormakaba.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
NetApp leads with AI-powered ransomware protection in Australia
Storage

NetApp leads with AI-powered ransomware protection in Australia

As Australia faces a surge in data breaches, NetApp introduces innovative AI-driven solutions to enhance cyber-resilience, aiming to protect vital infrastructures and restore operational normality swiftly following ransomware attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
Gallagher Security appoints Aashish Garhwal as Senior Sales Manager, India
Customers

Gallagher Security appoints Aashish Garhwal as Senior Sales Manager, India

Gallagher Security appoints Aashish Garhwal, former Schneider Electric executive, as its new Senior Sales Manager for India to boost government vertical sales and support.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024
Breaking down the cybersecurity strategy 2023-2030 (Phase two 2026-2028)
Unified Communications

Breaking down the cybersecurity strategy 2023-2030 (Phase two 2026-2028)

The second phase of Cyber Security Strategy aims for scalable maturity, focusing on tech investments, diverse workforce, and cross-sector partnerships.

By Bryan Saba • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024
Singapore's local cyber threats spike by 52.9% in 2023, reveals Kaspersky
DataCentre infrastructure

Singapore's local cyber threats spike by 52.9% in 2023, reveals Kaspersky

Cyber threats originating from Singaporean servers soared by 52.9% in 2023, with over 17 million incidents detected, as indicated by recent Kaspersky data.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024