Barracuda Networks published its fifth annual Threat Spotlight on ransomware. The new report looks at ransomware attack patterns that occurred between August 2022 and July 2023. An in-depth look at ransomware trends Barracuda researchers analysed 175 publicly reported successful ransomware attacks across the world between August 2022 and July 2023,Read More…
BeyondTrust has announced the general availability of its groundbreaking Identity Security Insights solution. With the escalating complexity of cyber threats targeting identities and credentials, this innovative solution sets a new standard in securing both human and non-human identities and privileges, providing organisations with unparalleled visibility and advanced identity-first threat detectionRead More…
VMware has recently announced advancements in its Carbon Black Extended Detection and Response (XDR) strategy focused on cloud native applications. Cloud Native Detection and Response (CNDR) provides VMware Carbon Black customers with unified visibility, security, and control in highly dynamic and complex modern application environments. Containers and Kubernetes have becomeRead More…
SANS Institute has announced its upcoming training program SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders 2023, to be held from August 20 – 24, 2023, at the JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh. In an increasingly complex threat landscape, this intensive course is designed to empower security leaders in managing risks, creating and leading high-performingRead More…
OPSWAT has announced a partnership with value-added distributor (VAD) Starlink, an Infinigate Group company and a regional leader in the delivery of market-leading cyber and cloud solutions. Covering the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, Starlink will offer customers a well-rounded approach to cybersecurity. This joint value proposition for customersRead More…
Cyberattacks have become more sophisticated and immature security practices make endpoints an easy target in advanced cyberattacks. Security and risk management (SRM) leaders relying on traditional signature-based endpoint security struggle with defence against fileless attacks, ransomware, and identity theft. Prevention alone is not enough. SRM leaders need to strengthen theRead More…
Black Hat Middle East & Africa (MEA), the cyber industry’s fastest-growing event, is on the move. This November’s second edition is relocating to the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre, as it looks to record huge growth in floor space, exhibitors, national and industry pavilions, and speakers. Running from November 14-16,Read More…
Sophos has released a new sectoral survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Education 2023,” which found that education reported the highest rate of ransomware attacks in 2022. Over the past year, 79% of higher educational organizations surveyed reported being hit by ransomware, while 80% of lower educational organizations surveyedRead More…
