Security stories

BeyondTrust's 2024 Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report shows Elevation of Privilege (EoP) dominating the vulnerability class for a fourth year.

Red Hat, a player in open-source solutions, enhances its trusted software supply chain with new security components poised to simplify and intensify cryptographic system protection and threat analysis.

GitLab unveils the AI-powered GitLab Duo Chat, aimed at streamlining DevSecOps workflows and introducing new AI privacy controls, improving both efficiency and security in software development.

Veeam has updated its Data Platform to include host-based backups for VMs on Oracle Linux KVM, expanding choice for its 450k customers across multiple virtualisation platforms and promoting data mobility.

Cybersecurity firm Armis predicts nation-states could target the 2024 global elections for a major cyber attack, with many organisations and governments ill-prepared for such threats.

SAS broadens its SAS-hosted managed services to include AWS, offering customers vast deployment, management options, and installation support.

Business leaders are uneasy about data privacy and security, raising concerns over lack of governance frameworks with regard to generative AI use.

Keeper Security boosts cybersecurity measures by integrating a user-friendly passphrase generator into their Web Vault system, increasing the level of protection against cyber threats.

Westpac partners with NextGen to streamline home loan applications across its brands via Open Banking, marking a significant innovation in Australia's banking sector.

A surge in cyberattacks prompts Australia to strengthen their digital defence, aiming to utilise education and a 'human factor' to thwart attacks amid rising hacker innovation.

Motorola Solutions opens an Experience Centre in Gurugram, India, showcasing safety tech including AI-powered communications, video security and access control to bolster public safety and enterprise security.

AI pioneer Purple Transform appoints Michael Shannon as Chief Product Officer and General Manager North America, bolstering its drive towards cutting-edge innovation and U.S. expansion.

Pegasystems launches Pega GenAI Coach, an AI-guided tool offering contextual advice within workflows to optimise operations.

Australian financial services firms brace for tighter compliance measures amid growing data breaches, focusing improvements to risk management and compliance strategies.

Jamf showcased an array of new offerings to assist enterprises in maximising their tech investments, including a compliance dashboard and Compliance Editor tool. The tools aim to enforce compliance regulations on Apple devices and enhance overall security efficiency.

Samsung Electronics unveils Galaxy XCover7 and Galaxy Tab Active5, rugged devices providing enhanced 5G connectivity and robust security for demanding frontline work.

Among the critical components ensuring this resilience, redundant water-cooling systems and dual power supplies stand out as indispensable elements.

DataStax strengthens its partnership with Google Cloud, developing sophisticated integrations within the Vertex AI platform.

Malwarebytes has launched a free Digital Footprint Portal offering a detailed analysis of sources including the dark web.

Gallagher Security's Controller 7000 wins Outstanding New Security Product at the NZ Outstanding Security Performance Awards 2024.

AI gives CFOs a strategic edge in volatile markets, but effective use requires more than just tech: learning, innovation, and ethical standards are crucial.

Kaspersky's VPN service lauded by AV-TEST for superior performance, highlighting a significant 355% boost in upload speeds for international connections and robust streaming features.

Rosemary Sinclair AM, .au Domain Administration CEO, will leave her post in 2024. She is celebrated for her advocacy for a global, secure, and open Australian digital economy.

Global IT service operator NSC allies with Fulcrum Labs to elevate telecom security, improve operational efficiency, and address the industry's rising digital challenges.