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Supply Chain Security stories - Page 18

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Retailers urged to strengthen cybersecurity after global attacks

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Retailers worldwide face mounting cyber attacks, with experts urging stronger security and supply chain oversight after breaches at Adidas, Victoria's Secret and Cartier.
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Secureframe & Coalfire launch platform to speed CMMC process

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Secureframe and Coalfire have launched CMMC.com, a free platform offering tools to streamline Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 for defence contractors.
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Adidas data breach highlights supply chain risk for retailers

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Adidas has suffered a data breach via a third-party provider, exposing customer information and highlighting rising cyber risks in retail supply chains.
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LexisNexis data breach exposes 364,000 personal records

Thu, 29th May 2025
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LexisNexis has suffered a data breach exposing personal details of over 364,000 people via a third-party software platform, raising security concerns.
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Exclusive: Dell integrates security at the heart of AI innovation

Tue, 27th May 2025
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Dell integrates security throughout its AI factory, aiming to secure AI innovation from design to deployment amid rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.
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Fintech sector faces mounting third-party security breach risks

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Nearly 42% of data breaches in top fintech firms stem from third-party vendors, highlighting critical supply chain vulnerabilities despite strong internal security.
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Cloud Security Alliance report urges new defences for cloud

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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The Cloud Security Alliance's 2025 report reveals repeated cloud security failures, urging firms to bolster identity controls and shared defence measures.
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Black Kite launches tool for third-party vulnerability insight

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Black Kite launches Vulnerability Intelligence Briefs to help organisations identify and manage third-party cyber risks, enhancing supply chain security.
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Experts urge strong identity measures as password risks grow

Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Cyber security experts warn organisations to strengthen password and identity management as breaches rise globally, highlighting risks from both human and machine identities.
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Chinese APT group linked to cyber attack on US defence firm

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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ReliaQuest reveals a Chinese APT group targeted US defence tech firm in February 2025, stealing sensitive IP using advanced, stealthy cyber espionage tactics.
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in-toto reaches CNCF graduation, boosting software supply chain

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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The Cloud Native Computing Foundation has awarded its highest maturity status to in-toto, a security framework ensuring integrity in software development workflows.
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Cyber security must focus on root causes, not just tools

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Former hacker Greg van der Gaast warns of rising cyber threats, urging firms to tackle security risks holistically rather than relying on tools alone.
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Evolving strategies essential amidst AI-driven cyber threats

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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As AI-driven cyber threats escalate, experts urge businesses to enhance backup strategies, emphasising the need for strong data protection against ransomware.
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JFrog & Hugging Face join forces to secure AI models

Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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JFrog has partnered with Hugging Face to enhance security for machine learning models, boosting safety measures on the Hugging Face Hub against potential threats.
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CyberArk, Device Authority & Microsoft enhance IoT security

Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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CyberArk, Device Authority, and Microsoft are teaming up to enhance IoT security for manufacturers by implementing Zero Trust principles to address rising vulnerabilities.
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Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.
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UpGuard launches AI tools for quick cyber risk assessment

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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Cybersecurity firm UpGuard has unveiled AI-powered tools that enable users to conduct vendor risk assessments in under 60 seconds, enhancing efficiency in risk management.
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Trustwave highlights cybersecurity risks in manufacturing

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Trustwave's latest reports reveal a surge in cybersecurity threats to the manufacturing sector, driven by digital integration and rising ransomware attacks.
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The AI revolution – security challenges and the critical role of zero trust

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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As AI technology accelerates in 2025, firms face pressing security challenges, prompting a shift towards Zero Trust strategies to safeguard systems and operations.
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Biden signs Executive Order to push AI-ready infrastructure

Sat, 18th Jan 2025
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The US has announced ambitious plans to enhance AI and cybersecurity, unveiling an Executive Order by US President Joe Biden.