By David Warr, Cyber Portfolio Manager for QBE Europe Against a backdrop of a world more connected than ever before, businesses are increasingly dependent on integrating new emerging technologies. From AI-powered tools and cloud-based services and connected devices, the opportunities…
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Research Highlights SHA256 Password Security Strengths and Risks
A new study by Specops Software explores the resilience of SHA256, a commonly used cryptographic hashing algorithm, against modern password-cracking techniques. The findings emphasize the algorithm’s effectiveness in protecting data, especially when combined with strong, complex passwords. However, the research…
New educational campaign “Flex Your Cyber” launched
As technology has become an integral part of the learning environment, empowering robust cybersecurity practices in primary and secondary education is now essential. In response to this urgent need, Keeper Security – with support from the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA),…
Black Duck Honoured as a Leading Provider in Software Composition Analysis by Top Research Firm
Black Duck® announced today that it has been recognised as a leader in The Forrester Wave™: Software Composition Analysis, Q4 2024. This comprehensive report highlights the 10 most significant vendors in the Software Composition Analysis (SCA) market, assessing them on…
KnowBe4 Releases 2024 Holiday Kit to Boost Cyber Resilience
This week, KnowBe4, the provider of security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, announced the release of its new 2024 Holiday Resource Kit, designed to strengthen users’ cyber defences during the festive season. This year’s kit builds on the success…
Expert Insight: The digital pandemic: How cyber threats are threatening life as we know it
2024 is coming to a close, and it’s as good a time as any to reflect on the year we’ve had in cybersecurity. It hasn’t been the easiest ride – just earlier this year, the Department for Science, Innovation and…
Meta1st embraces AI for new approach to Human Risk Management
Meta1st has launched a new platform dedicated to fortifying the human layer of cybersecurity through the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The company said its AI tools offer an innovative and timely solution to address a critical gap: the need…
Black Duck Appoints Industry Veteran Sean Forkan as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Global Sales and Accelerate Growth
Black Duck® Software, Inc. has announced the appointment of Sean Forkan as Chief Revenue Officer. With over 30 years of experience driving revenue growth across global cybersecurity and infrastructure software companies, Mr. Forkan will oversee Black Duck’s global sales, including…
How to Evaluate and Improve Your Organisation’s Data Security Posture
Data security has become critical to success in today’s complex, data-driven business environments. Companies must continually assess and strengthen their data security posture to maintain trust, stay compliant, and avoid expensive (and embarrassing) breaches. However, evaluating and improving this…
Check Point Software Partners with OffSec to Elevate Cybersecurity Training for IGS Customers
In an era of rapidly evolving cyber threats, the need for continuous cybersecurity training is more critical than ever. Check Point Research (CPR) even highlights a 30% increase in cyberattacks in Q2 2024 – the highest surge in the last…
KnowBe4 Named as One of Newsweek’s Top UK Most Loved Workplaces For 2024
Today, KnowBe4, the provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, announced that it has been named as one of the UK’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® by Newsweek for the second year in a row. The…
What are the key Threats to Global National Security?
In today’s interconnected world, national security concerns have evolved beyond traditional military threats. As technology advances, so do the methods and motivations of those who seek to disrupt global stability. Understanding these threats is crucial for nations looking to protect…
Cato Networks Joins MITRE AI Incident Sharing Initiative to Improve AI Defences
Today, Cato Networks, the SASE provider has announced it has joined the AI Incident Sharing Initiative launched by the MITRE Engenuity Center for Threat-Informed Defense and MITRE ATLAS. Cato is collaborating with MITRE and 15 other companies—including CrowdStrike and Microsoft—to increase community knowledge of threats and defences for…
Keeper Security Expands Leadership Team in Japan
Keeper Security have announced the further expansion of their worldwide leadership team by announcing Takanori Nishiyama as Senior Vice President of Asia-Pacific (APAC) Sales and Country Manager for Japan. Nishiyama brings over a decade of leadership experience from VMware, where…
Cato Networks Named to 2025 Fortune Cyber 60 List
Today, SASE provider Cato Networks has announced it has been named as part of the 2025 Fortune Cyber 60 list for a second consecutive year. According to Fortune, it is a listing of the most important venture-backed startups that offer enterprise-grade…
The Zensory and POPP3R Cybersecurity Partner to Boost Mindful Security Behaviour in North America
Canadian boutique consulting firm, POPP3R Cybersecurity, have announced a partnership with The Zensory. The partnership aims to educate corporate and enterprise clients across North America on the importance of cybersecurity best practices through a comprehensive solution that prioritises mindfulness and…
Check Point Software Celebrates Irish Partner Success
Check Point has announced the winners of its Ireland Partner Awards. The annual awards ceremony, which took place at The Westbury Hotel, Dublin, on the 17th of October 2024, celebrated the input of Check Point’s affiliate companies and the growing…
Pentest People Achieves CREST Cyber Security Incident Response (CSIR) Accreditation
Pentest People, the Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS®) and cyber security experts, has achieved the highly esteemed CREST Cyber Security Incident Response (CSIR) accreditation. This accreditation further positions Pentest People as a trusted partner in delivering world-class cyber security…
Cybersecurity teams being excluded from AI implementation discussions, ISACA study shows
Only 35% of cybersecurity professionals or teams are involved in the development of policy governing the use of AI technology in their enterprise, and nearly half 45% report no involvement in the development, onboarding, or implementation of AI solutions, according…
Keeper Security Introduces New Updates to KeeperFill Browser Extension
Keeper Security, a provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software protecting passwords, passkeys, privileged access, secrets and remote connections, has introduced several significant updates to its award-winning KeeperFill browser extension. The patented KeeperFill technology uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to instantly…