By Vince Blackall, VP EMEA Channel Sales, Arcserve.
With 2020 now in full swing, the UK channel is gearing up for another period of significant change. From increased cross-company and cross-industry collaboration, to more all-in-one offerings and the need to provide solutions that can more effectively combat escalating cyber threats, 2020 is set to present a different set of challenges compared to 2019.
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More consolidated, more integrated and more secure: How the UK channel is set to change in 2020
Jan 21, 2020
Synopsys acquires Tinfoil Security to expand DAST and add API security testing
Jan 15, 2020
Synopsys, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Tinfoil Security, the provider of dynamic application security testing (DAST) and Application Program Interface (API) security testing solutions, headquartered in Mountain View, California.
South African ICT Company Connor Data Breach Exposes User Activity and Personal Identifiable Information Data.
Dec 25, 2019
Led by cybersecurity analysts Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, vpnMentor`s research team discovered a data breach in a database belonging to South Africa ICT company, Conor. The breached database contained daily logs of user activity by customers of ISPs using web filtering software built by Conor.
Veridium application joins the Amazon Web Services Partner Network and is now available in AWS Marketplace
Dec 24, 2019
Veridium is pleased to announce its solution is now available in the AWS Marketplace, an engagement that provides complete cloud services and a management portfolio to Veridium’s enterprise customers and prospects.
5 major cybersecurity threats for 2020 identified in straight edge technology report
Dec 17, 2019
To help businesses prepare their IT security for 2020, Straight Edge Technology released a report naming five major cybersecurity threats and their solutions for 2020 and beyond.
Remembering to ‘speak human’ key to brands overcoming privacy concerns around voice
Dec 11, 2019
Giving your communication the human touch can play a crucial role in bridging the gap between data privacy and personalisation, new research by customer consultancy Quadrangle has found.
Barracuda MSP announces strong performance internationally
Dec 11, 2019
Barracuda Networks, Inc., a partner and provider of cloud-enabled security solutions, has announced significant growth across EMEA and APAC for its MSP business for FY2020 to date.
Flashpoint Expands Business Risk Intelligence Capabilities for Managed Security Service Providers
Dec 05, 2019
Company’s Commitment to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) Helps Them Meet Growing Demand for More Proactive, Value-Added Services
Cultural differences account for global gap in online regulation - study
Dec 04, 2019
Differences in cultural values have led some countries to tackle the spectre of cyber-attacks with increased internet regulation, whilst others have taken a ‘hands-off’ approach to online security - a new study shows.
HelpSystems announces Clearswift acquisition to expand cybersecurity portfolio
Dec 04, 2019
HelpSystems will acquire Clearswift, a UK-based content threat protection software company.
Computer Security
Computer security is the protection of computer systems and information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It is a broad field that encompasses a wide range of topics, including:
- Network security: This is the protection of computer networks from unauthorized access or attack. It includes things like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security policies.
- Application security: This is the protection of software applications from vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers. It includes things like code review, penetration testing, and security testing.
- Data security: This is the protection of sensitive data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. It includes things like encryption, access control, and data backups.
- Operational security: This is the protection of computer systems from threats that arise from human error or negligence. It includes things like user training, incident response procedures, and security awareness.
Cybersecurity
Cyber security is the practice of protecting computer systems and networks from digital attacks. These cyberattacks are usually aimed at accessing, changing, or destroying sensitive information; extorting money from users via ransomware; or interrupting normal business processes.
There are many different types of cyber security threats, but some of the most common include:
- Malware: Malware is software that is designed to harm a computer system. Malware can take many forms, including viruses, worms, trojans, and ransomware.
- Phishing: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack that involves sending emails or text messages that appear to be from a legitimate source. The goal of phishing is to trick the recipient into clicking on a malicious link or providing personal information.
- Data breaches: A data breach is an incident in which sensitive data is exposed to unauthorized individuals. Data breaches can occur due to a variety of factors, including hacking, human error, and system vulnerabilities.
Cyber security is a critical issue for businesses of all sizes. In today's digital world, businesses rely on their computer systems and networks to operate. A cyber attack can have a devastating impact on a business, including financial losses, reputational damage, and loss of customer trust.
Cyber security is an ongoing challenge, but by taking steps to protect themselves, businesses can help to mitigate the risks of cyber attacks.