Cyber insurance stories - Page 1
Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security
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Andrew Eva of Assured Data Protection predicts significant advancements in backup and cybersecurity by 2025, highlighting ransomware as a major threat.
AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
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data protection
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risk & compliance
By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
Why companies must rethink their recovery plans
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As cyberattacks escalate, a recent survey reveals that many firms struggle to recover fully from data breaches due to inadequate backup strategies.
Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025
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data protection
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quantum computing
As 2024 ends, businesses must prepare for turbulent shifts in cybersecurity, including AI's role and the threats posed by quantum computing.
Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.
Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms
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New research reveals that Australian firms now face an average ransomware payment of AUD $1.35 million, highlighting an alarming rise in cyber extortion.
Bitdefender offers $1m warranty with MDR services
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Bitdefender has launched a cybersecurity breach warranty programme, offering up to USD $1 million for businesses using its managed detection and response services.
UK SMEs fear cybersecurity risks in remote working era
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A new study reveals that 23% of UK SMEs view remote working as a significant cybersecurity risk, with many unprepared for potential cyber-attacks.
Trustwave & Cybereason announce cybersecurity merger
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Trustwave and Cybereason announce a merger to enhance cybersecurity solutions, with SoftBank as the majority investor, set to close in early 2025.
Guardz survey reveals MSP challenges in cybersecurity
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A recent Guardz survey reveals 77% of MSPs face operational hurdles managing multiple cybersecurity tools for small business clients.
UK councils lack cyber insurance, Apricorn report finds
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A study reveals just two out of 41 UK councils have cyber insurance, raising concerns over data security amid rising cyber threats and breaches.
Coalition expands Australian team with cyber experts
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deloitte
Coalition enhances its Australian team with the addition of three cybersecurity experts, bolstering efforts to protect local SMEs from digital risks.
Cyber risks in 2025 demand AI governance & resilience
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By 2025, cybersecurity will face new regulatory pressures, with businesses compelled to adopt robust AI governance and enhance resilience against evolving threats.
Fortinet report exposes gap in employee cyber awareness
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A Fortinet report reveals that nearly 70% of organisations find their staff lack basic security awareness, amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.
Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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ransomware
Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
BeyondTrust forecasts cybersecurity shifts by 2025
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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malware
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quantum computing
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risk & compliance
BeyondTrust's cybersecurity forecast for 2025 predicts a transformative shift as emerging identity risks and quantum threats reshape security strategies.
RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.
Cyber Awareness Month: Tips on leveraging DSPM to improve your security posture
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
In Cyber Awareness Month, Concentric AI highlights strategies using Data Security Posture Management to enhance the security of sensitive data across systems.
Gap in cyber preparedness between Australia, UK, & US
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
A new report reveals that only 50% of Australian executives feel their businesses can handle cyber threats, compared to 84% in the UK and US.
UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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encryption
Research by Apricorn reveals that the adoption of encryption policies among UK organisations has doubled in 2024, with 46% now mandating encryption for all data.