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Google breach exposes major risks in Salesforce cloud security
Software-as-a-Service

Google breach exposes major risks in Salesforce cloud security

Google reveals data breach via ShinyHunters exploiting Salesforce cloud, exposing risks in SaaS security and reliance on user authentication methods.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Australasian firms face tougher cyber cover rules than global peers
Ransomware

Australasian firms face tougher cyber cover rules than global peers

Australian and New Zealand businesses face tougher cyber insurance rules, needing six security controls versus a global average of five amid rising cyber threats.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
SonicWall debuts Gen 8 platform with firewalls & USD $200,000 warranty
Firewalls

SonicWall debuts Gen 8 platform with firewalls & USD $200,000 warranty

SonicWall launches its Generation 8 platform with nine new firewalls and an embedded cyber warranty covering up to USD $200,000 for enhanced MSP cybersecurity services.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Recalibrating hybrid cloud security in the age of AI: The need for deep observability
Firewalls

Recalibrating hybrid cloud security in the age of AI: The need for deep observability

Nearly 91% of security leaders are revamping hybrid cloud strategies as AI-driven cyber threats surge, highlighting the urgent need for deep observability tools.

By David Land • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2025
Most cyber attack brokers sell admin access from USD $500
Firewalls

Most cyber attack brokers sell admin access from USD $500

Cyber attackers can buy admin-level access to corporate networks from USD $500, with 71% of dark web listings offering privileged credentials, new research shows.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2025
Picus Security warns of rising enterprise password breaches
Ransomware

Picus Security warns of rising enterprise password breaches

Picus Security's Blue Report 2025 reveals enterprise password breaches nearly doubled to 46%, exposing firms to greater cyber threats and ransomware risks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
Elastic launches EASE to boost security with AI-powered SOC tools
Security Information and Event Management

Elastic launches EASE to boost security with AI-powered SOC tools

Elastic unveils EASE, an AI-powered tool integrating with current security systems to enhance threat detection and investigation without full system migration.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
WiseBee raises USD $2.5m to boost AI cyber defence for mid-sized companies
Fintech

WiseBee raises USD $2.5m to boost AI cyber defence for mid-sized companies

WiseBee has raised USD $2.5 million to enhance its AI-driven cyber defence platform, targeting mid-sized firms across Europe and the US.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Aug 2025
Black Kite unveils ASI for targeted third-party cyber risk
Ransomware

Black Kite unveils ASI for targeted third-party cyber risk

Black Kite has launched its Adversary Susceptibility Index to help firms spot which suppliers are most exposed to specific cyber threat actors, enhancing risk management.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 9th Aug 2025
DDoS attacks surge 364% in APAC, driven by AI & hacktivists
Distributed Denial of Service

DDoS attacks surge 364% in APAC, driven by AI & hacktivists

DDoS attacks in APAC have surged 364% year-on-year, driven by AI and hacktivists, with service providers and government bodies as prime targets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
How emerging technologies in critical infrastructure are expanding cyber risks
Unified Communications

How emerging technologies in critical infrastructure are expanding cyber risks

Emerging tech in critical infrastructure boosts automation but widens cyber risks, with attacks targeting unified platforms and unencrypted OT protocols.

By Michael Murphy • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Exclusive: Garrett O'Hara on Mimecast's AI fight against cyber risk
Data Analytics

Exclusive: Garrett O'Hara on Mimecast's AI fight against cyber risk

AI reshapes cyber defence, with firms battling human error and rising AI-driven attacks while leveraging predictive tools for threat detection and prevention.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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CI-ISAC partners with Google to bolster online scam defences
Unified Communications

CI-ISAC partners with Google to bolster online scam defences

CI-ISAC Australia has joined Google's Priority Flagger Program to speed up detection and removal of online scams threatening critical infrastructure sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Coalition launches incident response operations in Australia
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Coalition launches incident response operations in Australia

Coalition has launched incident response operations in Australia, appointing Praneil Kumar to lead local cybersecurity efforts and support businesses against digital threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Malaysia sees rise in ransomware as firms urged to shift culture
Malware

Malaysia sees rise in ransomware as firms urged to shift culture

Ransomware attacks in Malaysia surged 78% in 2024, prompting firms to shift from compliance to a proactive cybersecurity culture to combat evolving threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2025
eZaango gains ISO 27001:2022, enhancing security leadership
Data Protection

eZaango gains ISO 27001:2022, enhancing security leadership

eZaango Group has secured ISO 27001:2022 certification, reinforcing its commitment to robust information security and leadership against cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
ANZ firms face rising repeat ransomware attacks & executive threats
Malware

ANZ firms face rising repeat ransomware attacks & executive threats

Ransomware attacks in Australia and New Zealand have surged, with one in three incidents repeated and executives facing rising physical threats, warns new report.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025