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SquareX launches open-source toolkits to defend browsers
Firewalls

SquareX launches open-source toolkits to defend browsers

SquareX launches two open-source toolkits to help security teams simulate and defend against browser-based attacks that evade traditional enterprise defences.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
SquareX to unveil browser, passkey flaws at Black Hat, DEF CON
Application Security

SquareX to unveil browser, passkey flaws at Black Hat, DEF CON

SquareX will reveal new browser security and passkey vulnerabilities at Black Hat USA and DEF CON 33, highlighting critical gaps in current protections.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Browser DevTools' gaps leave millions exposed to threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Browser DevTools' gaps leave millions exposed to threats

Millions remain at risk due to browser DevTools' inability to effectively detect malicious extensions, warns SquareX amid rising cyber threats.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
SquareX names Steve Mullett to drive enterprise sales growth
Software-as-a-Service

SquareX names Steve Mullett to drive enterprise sales growth

SquareX appoints Steve Mullett as Vice President of Sales to lead enterprise growth, leveraging his 17 years' experience in SaaS and cybersecurity sectors.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
SquareX unveils field manual to tackle rising browser threats
Phishing

SquareX unveils field manual to tackle rising browser threats

SquareX launches The Browser Security Field Manual, a guide tackling rising browser cyber threats with insights from CISOs at Arista Networks, Dyson and Expedia.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Exclusive: SquareX's Audrey Adeline on why the browser is 'the new endpoint'
DevOps

Exclusive: SquareX's Audrey Adeline on why the browser is 'the new endpoint'

Audrey Adeline of SquareX warns the browser, where 80% of device time is spent, is the new cybersecurity battleground in an evolving threat landscape.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
ExtensionPedia launches with risk scores for 200K browser add-ons
Data Protection

ExtensionPedia launches with risk scores for 200K browser add-ons

LayerX Security launches ExtensionPedia, offering detailed risk scores for 200,000+ browser add-ons across Chrome, Edge, and Firefox to enhance user security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
SquareX raises USD $20M to boost enterprise browser security
Data Protection

SquareX raises USD $20M to boost enterprise browser security

SquareX raises USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance enterprise browser security with its Browser Detection and Response technology.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Apr 2025
Ericsson launches clientless ZTNA to boost BYOD security
Firewalls

Ericsson launches clientless ZTNA to boost BYOD security

Ericsson launches clientless Zero Trust Network Access in NetCloud SASE to secure third-party and BYOD connections, reducing cyber risks without VPNs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
The right approach in controlling the Shadow SaaS sprawl today
Cloud Security

The right approach in controlling the Shadow SaaS sprawl today

Organisations now utilise nearly 500 SaaS applications on average, with less than half formally approved by IT, highlighting significant Shadow SaaS management issues.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Exclusive: SquareX aims to redefine cybersecurity with browser security
Phishing

Exclusive: SquareX aims to redefine cybersecurity with browser security

SquareX, a new cybersecurity firm, aims to enhance browser security - addressing a critical vulnerability in the evolving digital work landscape.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
What you see is usually not what you get with browser extensions
Firewalls

What you see is usually not what you get with browser extensions

A recent study highlights the security risks posed by browser extensions, revealing how deceptive permissions can enable malicious activities, endangering users.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Browser syncjacking exposes risks in Chrome extensions
Phishing

Browser syncjacking exposes risks in Chrome extensions

SquareX has unveiled a concerning new attack method called browser syncjacking, which leverages malicious extensions to gain complete control over users' devices.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Exclusive: SquareX Chief Architect on cybersecurity innovation
Cybersecurity

Exclusive: SquareX Chief Architect on cybersecurity innovation

SquareX's Chief Architect, Jeswin Mathai, discusses the firm's innovative browser security solutions tackling escalating cyber threats in an exclusive interview.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Browser Detection and Response: Challenging Gartner's predictions of enterprise browsers
Firewalls

Browser Detection and Response: Challenging Gartner's predictions of enterprise browsers

Despite Gartner's predictions for enterprise browsers in cybersecurity, a new solution called Browser Detection and Response offers a more comprehensive approach.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Secure Web Gateways cannot protect you from phishing attacks
Cloud Access Security Broker

Secure Web Gateways cannot protect you from phishing attacks

Secure Web Gateways fall short against modern phishing attacks, highlighting the need for browser-native security solutions to protect enterprises.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 6 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Slow adoption of enterprise browsers: A closer look at barriers
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Slow adoption of enterprise browsers: A closer look at barriers

Despite advances in enterprise browsers, adoption remains low at just 25% over five years due to deployment complexity and security concerns.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
Unstoppable Domains joins GlobalBlock for enhanced brand protection
Data Protection

Unstoppable Domains joins GlobalBlock for enhanced brand protection

The Brand Safety Alliance's new GlobalBlock service will include Unstoppable Domains to extend domain blocking protections, countering brand impersonation and IP hijacking on Web3 extensions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Apr 2024

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