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UK public growing anxious over dependence on IT systems
3 days ago
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Over 78% of UK residents worry about global reliance on IT systems, post-July 2024 CrowdStrike outage revealing vulnerabilities, according to a survey.
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Cyber resilience: Key takeaways from a global IT outage
Last week
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ransomware
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application security
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A massive global IT outage highlights the critical need for cyber resilience. As software complexity grows, so do risks, stressing the importance of robust recovery plans.
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Okta boosts security with new identity management tools
Last week
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mdm
Okta has launched new identity management tools, including Identity Security Posture Management, aimed at enhancing security for financial services amid escalating cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike & NVIDIA join forces to secure generative AI
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CrowdStrike and NVIDIA have teamed up to bolster security in generative AI, focusing on secure development of enterprise-grade applications using NVIDIA NIM Agent Blueprints.
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LMNTRIX recognised in Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide
Last week
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Sydney-based cybersecurity firm LMNTRIX joins Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide, ranking among the top 20 vendors globally and standing out as the only Australian-founded, privately-held company in this cohort.
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Finance sector lacking third-party risk plans despite DORA push
Last month
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ai security
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risk & compliance
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security vulnerabilities
Only 20.8% of finance professionals have stressed exit plans with suppliers, despite DORA recommendations, highlighting a key vulnerability exposed by a recent CrowdStrike outage.
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Australian emergency services' IT vulnerability exposed by SOTI report
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personal computing devices
A SOTI report unveils major IT vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency services, raising alarms after CrowdStrike's global outage affected 8.5 million devices.
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CrowdStrike report reveals rise in cyber threats & intrusions
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financial systems
CrowdStrike's 2024 Threat Hunting Report exposes sophisticated cyber threats from nation-state actors and eCrime groups, highlighting a 55% rise in hands-on-keyboard intrusions.
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Hyperscaler cloud marketplaces to reach USD $85 billion by 2028
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virtualisation
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Sales of enterprise software via AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud marketplaces are set to soar to USD $85 billion by 2028, driven by cloud credits and simplified procurement.
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ColorTokens targets 40% growth in APAC with new leadership team
Last month
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ColorTokens targets 40% growth in APAC by bolstering its partner-driven programme and appointing new leadership, citing rising cyber-attack concerns in the region.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity
Last month
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CrowdStrike's botched Falcon Sensor update affected 8.5 million Microsoft Windows devices globally, underscoring major weaknesses in tech infrastructure and sparking industry-wide scrutiny.
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Lineaje raises USD $20 million in Series A to boost security
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Lineaje secures USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance AI-driven software supply chain security, boosting its total funding to USD $27 million.
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CrowdStrike's major IT outage prompts call for infrastructure investment
Sat, 27th Jul 2024
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An IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike halted 8.5 million Windows PCs, disrupting airlines and the NHS; a fix and reboot are now advised.
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CrowdStrike outage inspires ongoing discussions on digital resilience
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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The recent CrowdStrike software update caused a global IT outage, disrupting airlines, banks, media, and healthcare, sparking calls for stronger digital infrastructure.
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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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supply chain systems
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Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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Ignition & ExtraHop join forces to boost UK cyber defences
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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Ignition Technology partners with ExtraHop to boost UK network visibility and security, integrating solutions like CrowdStrike to address growing cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights critical need for disaster planning
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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CrowdStrike's global outage highlights the critical need for disaster preparedness and business continuity, with experts stressing robust recovery plans and clear communication.
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What happens when the global banking system ‘goes down’?
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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ai security
When a US cyber security firm’s update knocked out key global banking systems, many turned to crypto, demonstrating its unique resilience and potential.
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Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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broadcasting
A global IT outage triggered by Crowdstrike's software has disrupted sectors like aviation, banking, and retail, prompting experts to call for enhanced disaster recovery plans and heightened cybersecurity measures.
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Microsoft Azure outage causes global disruption across industries
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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The Microsoft Azure outage, triggered by a faulty CrowdStrike update, disrupted banking, aviation, and healthcare globally, highlighting cybersecurity flaws.