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iCyber-Security rebrands to become BlockAPT

1 iCyber-Security rebrands to become BlockAPT

iCyber-Security has announced a major rebrand to reflect the platform’s evolution to become one of the most advanced and intelligent cyber defence technologies available.

KnowBe4 finds coronavirus-related phishing email attacks Up 600%

2 KnowBe4 finds coronavirus-related phishing email attacks Up 600%

KnowBe4, provider of a security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, has revealed the results of its Q1 2020 top-clicked phishing report.

Crossword Cybersecurity announces Satisnet as new partner for Rizikon Assurance

3 Crossword Cybersecurity announces Satisnet as new partner for Rizikon Assurance

Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, the knowledge transfer company focused solely on cyber security and risk, will be collaborating with security reseller and managed security services provider Satisnet Limited (‘Satisnet’), on the provision of third-party assurance technology to its clients, as part of the expansion of Crossword’s partner programme.

eCommerce losses to online payment fraud to exceed $25 billion annually by 2024

4 eCommerce losses to online payment fraud to exceed $25 billion annually by 2024

A new study from Juniper Research found that eCommerce merchant losses to online payment fraud will exceed US$25 billion in 2024, from just of $17 billion in 2020, despite the ongoing implementation of SCA (Secure Customer Authentication) in Europe.

Exabeam research shows companies are embracing cloud-based security tools, but concerns around risk, ease of deployment remain

5 Exabeam research shows companies are embracing cloud-based security tools, but concerns around risk, ease of deployment remain

Exabeam, the Smarter SIEM company, has announced the results of a security practitioner survey that reveal while many companies are beginning to migrate security tools to the cloud, a significant number have concerns. The survey, conducted at the Cloud and Security Expo in London, highlights data privacy, unauthorised access, server outages and integration as key concerns.

New KnowBe4 benchmarking report finds 37.9% of untrained end users will fail a phishing test

6 New KnowBe4 benchmarking report finds 37.9% of untrained end users will fail a phishing test

KnowBe4, provider of a security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, has released a new Phishing by Industry Benchmarking Report to measure an organisation’s Phish-Prone percentage (PPP), which indicates how many of their employees are likely to fall for a phishing or social engineering scam.

BeyondTrust Research – Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report

7 BeyondTrust Research – Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report

BeyondTrust, the Privileged Access Management solutions provider, has introduced its Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report.

Outpost24 achieves ISO 27001 certification for information security management

8 Outpost24 achieves ISO 27001 certification for information security management

Outpost24 has achieved International Standards Organisation ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification, recognising its steadfast commitment to the highest level of information security and operational excellence in accordance to industry best practices. With this certification, Outpost24 customers can be assured that their sensitive information will be treated with industry best practices.

Zero in on Zero Trust

9 Zero in on Zero Trust

By Justin Augat, iland VP of Product Marketing

Looking back at 2019, businesses and organizations experienced a record-breaking year of cyberattacks as they increased in frequency, intensity and severity. One study recorded a 195 percent jump in ransomware attacks in the UK in the first six months alone.

Citrix Announces DataSolutions as Distributor of the Year for Northern Europe

10 Citrix Announces DataSolutions as Distributor of the Year for Northern Europe

DataSolutions, the specialised distributor of innovative IT solutions, was today named Distributor of the Year for Northern Europe by multinational software company Citrix Systems, Inc. Making the announcement at Citrix Summit 2020, Citrix recognised DataSolutions for its technical expertise.....

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.

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