Most organizations now recognize that endpoint protection alone is no longer sufficient. That’s why adoption of endpoint detection and response (EDR) has accelerated rapidly in recent years. Organizations understand that modern attacks move faster, evade traditional prevention controls, and require continuous visibility into suspicious activity across the environment. But owning EDR
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AI, Compliance, Global Security News
All major AI models violate EU regulations — study
T All of the big AI models violate EU rules on AI and data protection to varying degrees, according to the nonprofit research foundation Aithos. Aithos tested the models using its own tool, LARA (Legal Assessment for Real-world Agents), which simulates real-world situations where AI assistants may find themselves in legally questionable situations, according to…
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Sophos named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection for the 17th consecutive report
Strong endpoint protection remains critical. But in today’s AI-driven threat environment, it’s most powerful when it’s part of a broader, coordinated defense. Categories: Products & Services Tags: Gartner, Gartner Magic Quadrant, Endpoint, Sophos Endpoint
AI, Cybersecurity, Endpoint, Exploits, Global Security News, malware
Microsoft patches two zero-day flaws in Defender
Microsoft released emergency fixes for two zero-day vulnerabilities in the malware protection components of Microsoft Defender. The flaws allow local attackers to gain system-level privileges or cause the anti-malware service to stop working correctly. Both conditions are valuable in a malware attack, first to prevent detection if the system relies only on Microsoft endpoint protection…
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Google Launches Android Spyware Forensics Tool for High-Risk Users
Google’s Android Advanced Protection Mode is getting a new feature allowing trusted security experts to investigate potential spyware infections
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HYCU Launches New Capability for Backup Data Use
HYCU, a SaaS data protection company, is launching aiR (AI Resilience), a new capability inside the HYCU R-Cloud platform. The new capability turns backup data into a live intelligence layer for security, compliance, and risk teams. AI Resilience solution leverages backup records to observe AI use It takes the backup records organizations have of who…
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Acronis Launches Cyber Frame IaaS Platform for MSPs
The cyber protection company wants to give MSPs and cloud providers a way to run infrastructure on their own terms, without the vendor lock-in hangover. Acronis on Wednesday unveiled Cyber Frame, a new hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) platform built specifically for service providers tired of being squeezed by legacy virtualization costs and hyperscaler…
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South Staffordshire Water Fined £1m After Data Breach
The ICO has fined South Staffordshire Water nearly £1m for a series of data protection failings
AI, Data Breaches, Global Security News, malware, Network Security
Poor security left hackers inside water company network for nearly two years
The UK’s data protection regulator, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), fined South Staffordshire Water’s parent company £963,900 over security failures linked to a cyberattack that exposed the personal data of 633,887 people. According to the ICO, the South Staffordshire breach began in September 2020 with a phishing email that tricked an employee into opening a…
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Ransomware: AI changes the writer. It doesn’t change the math.
Why most endpoint protection still treats ransomware as just another piece of malware, and what changes when you watch the data instead of the attacker. Categories: Products & Services Tags: Ransomware, Endpoint, Sophos Endpoint, EDR, AI, artificial intelligence
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Legacy Security Tools Are Failing Data Protection, Capital One Software Report Finds
Traditional network security tools are undermining data protection, with Forrester and Capital One Software research warning AI adoption is impossible without rethinking data security
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Proton Mail brings quantum-safe email encryption to all accounts
Post-quantum protection is now available as an optional feature in Proton Mail across all plans, including the free tier. How post-quantum protection works Once enabled, Proton Mail generates new encryption keys designed to protect future encrypted emails against attacks from quantum computers. Because the feature relies on new encryption keys, users need updated Proton apps…
Global Security News, Network Security
Megaport enhances network resilience with integrated DDoS protection
Megaport has announced the launch of Megaport DDoS Protection. This new built-in security capability for Megaport Internet allows customers to filter malicious traffic directly within the Megaport network, rather than routing it through a separate external service. This helps ensure mission-critical uptime without introducing additional latency or routing complexity. As enterprises increasingly migrate to distributed…
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7 Key Features That Make Secure Browsers Safer
Secure Browsers boost safety with tracking blocks, fingerprint protection, session control, and real-time threat defense against modern web attacks.
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Acronis GenAI Protection gives MSPs control over AI usage and data risks
Acronis has launced Acronis GenAI Protection, a monitoring and security solution that enables managed service providers (MSPs) to control generative AI usage across client environments, preventing sensitive data exposure and protecting against malicious prompt manipulation. Acronis GenAI Protection represents the initial phase of Acronis Cyber Workspace, with additional capabilities planned for release to deliver a…
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Product showcase: Ente Auth encrypts, backs up, and syncs 2FA
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an essential layer of protection for online accounts, and Ente Auth makes it easier to manage securely across devices. Ente Auth is a free, open-source authenticator app designed to generate and store one-time passcodes for 2FA. It supports setup through QR codes and manual entry, allowing users to add accounts and…
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Bitdefender extends GravityZone with continuous email threat protection
Bitdefender has launched GravityZone Extended Email Security, unifying email and endpoint protection in one platform. Built for organizations and MSPs, it uses an ICES approach to deliver continuous protection against modern email threats, including phishing, BEC, ransomware, impersonation, and insider attacks. “Email threats are growing more sophisticated and effective as total business email compromise-related payments…
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Designing for What’s Next: Securing AI-Scale Infrastructure Without Compromise
6100 Series is an ultra-high-end firewall, delivering exceptional performance, line-rate threat protection, and modular scalability at AI-ready data centers.
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Check Point Software Technologies Expands Australian Presence with Western Australia Check Point Workspace Security SASE Data Residency Instance
COMPANY NEWS: New Point of Presence Enhances Web application and API protection with low latency and delivers Industry-Leading Threat Prevention and Cloud-Ready Security Architecture
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Google Chrome adds infostealer protection against session cookie theft
Google has rolled out Device Bound Session Credentials (DBSC) protection in Chrome 146 for Windows, designed to block info-stealing malware from harvesting session cookies. […]
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IPVanish Threat Protection Pro blocks malicious activity before they reach the user
IPVanish launched Threat Protection Pro, a new feature for Windows and macOS that is designed to provide always-on digital security. Threat Protection Pro is powered by cybersecurity technology from VIPRE, bringing over 25 years of threat intelligence and security expertise into the IPVanish app to deliver advanced, real-time protection against malicious websites, downloads, ads, and…
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F5 and Forcepoint partner to secure enterprise AI from data creation to runtime operations
COMPANY NEWS: Collaboration connects data discovery and classification with runtime protection and continuous assurance to help organisations securely operationalise AI
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HPE Introduces Sweeping Security To Strengthen AI Adoption
New HPE Juniper Networking SRX400 Series Firewalls extend consistent protection from core to edge as AI expands across distributed sites Expanded hybrid mesh firewall puts enterprise guardrails around AI to reduce exposure without slowing productivity Built-in security enhancements support resilience as a core business requirement across the hybrid cloud foundation
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Rubrik Extends Support for Google Workspace, Microsoft Defender
Security and AI operations company, Rubrik, has announced the launch of Rubrik Data Protection for Google Workspace, as well as a new integration with Microsoft Defender. Rubrik Data Protection for Google Workspace This new cyber resilience platform is among the first for Google Workspace, providing customers with protection across data, identity, and AI. Rubrik Data…
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Firefox now has a free built-in VPN with 50GB monthly data limit
Mozilla released Firefox 149 with added privacy protection through a built-in VPN tool offering up to 50GB of monthly traffic. […]
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Check Point Launches AI Defense Plane to Secure the Agentic Enterprise at Scale
COMPANY NEWS: A unified AI security control plane delivering end-to-end protection across employee AI use, AI applications, and agentic systems
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ESET introduces Cloud Workload Protection, bringing XDR visibility to cloud environments
ESET has launched ESET Cloud Workload Protection as part of a comprehensive update for its ESET PROTECT Platform. The new module extends security beyond endpoints and servers to cover cloud workloads, enriching telemetry for detection and response while unifying security management across endpoint and cloud environments. “Many businesses, especially those in the midmarket, as well…
AI, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Endpoint, Exploits, Global Security News, Government & Policy, malware
News alert: SpyCloud study reveal stolen tokens, session data fuel surge in non-human identity attacks
AUSTIN, Texas, Mar. 19, 2026, CyberNewswire—SpyCloud, the leader in identity threat protection, today released its annual 2026 Identity Exposure Report, one of the most comprehensive analyses of stolen credentials and identity exposure data circulating in the criminal underground and highlighting a sharp expansion in non-human identity (NHI) exposure. Last year, SpyCloud saw a 23% increase…
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Arcjet enables inline defense against prompt injection in production AI systems
Arcjet has released AI Prompt Injection Protection, a new capability designed to stop prompt injection attacks before they reach production AI models. The feature detects hostile prompts at the application boundary and gives developers a decision point inside the request lifecycle where malicious instructions can be blocked before inference occurs. Companies are shipping AI features…
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Aura confirms data breach exposing 900,000 marketing contacts
Identity protection company Aura has confirmed that an authorized party gained access to nearly 900,000 customer records containing names and email addresses. […]
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Android 17 Blocks Non-Accessibility Apps from Accessibility API to Prevent Malware Abuse
Google is testing a new security feature as part of Android Advanced Protection Mode (AAPM) that prevents certain kinds of apps from using the accessibility services API. The change, incorporated in Android 17 Beta 2, was first reported by Android Authority last week. AAPM was introduced by Google in Android 16, released last year. When…
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F5 advances enterprise application security for the AI and post-quantum era
New security innovations in the F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform unify AI-driven protection, zero trust access, and post-quantum readiness across hybrid multicloud environments
Global Security News, Network Security
Accertify’s Attack State targets credential stuffing and ATO attacks
Accertify has announced the launch of Attack State, a new capability in its Account Protection solution designed to help organizations detect and respond to coordinated login attacks and other automated threats targeting customer accounts. Attack State analyzes login activity continuously and compares it to the organization’s broader traffic patterns to determine when a client’s environment…
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Flexible, Modernized Threat Protection in Cisco Secure Firewall 10.0
Cisco Secure Firewall 10.0 expands protection, better matches security rules to users and apps, & offers better threat detection. Learn more in our blog.
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Veeam warns of critical flaws exposing backup servers to RCE attacks
Data protection company Veeam Software has patched multiple flaws in its Backup & Replication solution, including four critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities. […]
Global Security News, malware
Messenger can warn you about sketchy links without knowing what you clicked
Meta’s Advanced browsing protection (ABP) helps Messenger identify and warn users about potentially harmful websites they open from a chat. Malicious sites can try to steal passwords, collect personal information, or install malware. Advanced browsing protection (Source: Meta) “In its standard setting, Safe Browsing uses on-device models to analyze malicious links shared in chats. But…
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Radware Introduces Alteon Protect to Deliver Scalable Application Security Without Compromise
Combines real-time cloud protection infrastructure with on-device enforcement to deliver continuous application security beyond appliance constraints
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Mimecast brings gateway-grade email security to API deployment
Mimecast has announced that its complete email security protection stack is now available through API deployment, eliminating a fundamental trade-off in the market. Standalone integrated cloud email security (ICES) solutions offered fast deployment but came at a cost: they were built primarily for targeted, sophisticated attacks and relied on native Microsoft or Google controls to…
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Why CRM Data Protection Should Be a Priority for Growing Businesses
In this post, I will show you why CRM data protection should be a priority for growing businesses. Your customer relationship management (CRM) system is essentially the nervous system of your company. It is where your most prized asset, customer information, is stored. It contains everything from customer contact information to communication history, as well…
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5 Best Next Gen Endpoint Protection Platforms in 2026
Discover the best next-gen endpoint protection platforms in 2026, built to detect modern threats, stop credential abuse, and secure enterprise devices.
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Commvault Expands Identity Resilience with Okta, CloudSEK
Commvault announced two new capabilities aimed at strengthening enterprise identity protection, expanding its Identity Resilience portfolio with support for Okta, and introducing a new integration with threat intelligence provider CloudSEK. The add capabilities focus on helping organizations respond to the growing wave of identity-based cyberattacks, as credential theft and exposed identity data become a primary…
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N-able’s Anomaly Detection feature identifies credential-based threats
N-able expanded its Anomaly Detection capabilities in Cove Data Protection to combat the surge in identity-driven cyberattacks targeting backup environments. The new functionality delivers real-time alerts when suspicious or unauthorized changes to backup policies are detected, giving customers an early warning system against the credential-based tactics attackers use to disable or corrupt backups before deploying…
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Sophos Workspace Protection is Now Available
We’re excited to announce the highly anticipated release of Sophos Workspace Protection has arrived. Categories: Products & Services Tags: Workspace
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How to Maximize DDoS Readiness with Proactive Protection Strategies
Strengthen DDoS Readiness with proactive protection strategies, risk assessments, traffic monitoring, scalable defenses, and rapid response planning.
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Cloudflare Becomes the First and Only SASE Platform to Support Modern Post-Quantum Encryption
New updates scale protection against the threat of advanced computing across the entire Internet—at no cost
AI, Compliance, Data Breaches, Europe, Global Security News, privacy
Irish regulator probes X after Grok allegedly generated sexual images of children
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission opened a probe into X over Grok AI tool allegedly generating sexual images, including of children. Ireland’s Data Protection Commission has launched another investigation into X over Grok’s AI image generator. The probe focuses on reports that the tool created large volumes of non-consensual and sexualized images, including content involving children,…
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Pressure builds on Grok AI, Ireland launches investigation
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) opened an investigation into X over concerns that its Grok AI chatbot was used to generate sexualized deepfakes. The investigation focuses on the apparent creation and publication of potentially harmful, non-consensual intimate or sexualised images on X using generative AI tools linked to the platform’s Grok LLM. According to…
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Impart enables safe, in-app enforcement against AI-powered bots
Impart Security has launched Programmable Bot Protection, a runtime approach to bot defense that brings detection and enforcement together within the application. Impart makes enforcement operational by enabling teams to see what would be blocked before turning it on. Bot protection split detection and enforcement across two tools that were never designed to work together.…
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Ireland now also investigating X over Grok-made sexual images
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC), the country’s data protection authority, has opened a formal investigation into X over the use of the platform’s Grok artificial intelligence tool to generate non-consensual sexual images of real people, including children. […]
AI, Data Breaches, Global Security News, malware, privacy
South Korea fines Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Tiffany $25M for SaaS security failures
South Korea’s data protection authority has handed down a combined KRW 36 billion (approximately US$25 million) in administrative fines to the local subsidiaries of three global luxury houses, after finding they failed to implement basic security controls while managing customer data through a SaaS platform. The Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC), South Korea’s top privacy…
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Double Defense: Cisco Secure Firewall 10.0 Confronts Encrypted Traffic and Emerging Attack Challenges
Discover how Cisco Secure Firewall 10.0 boosts visibility and protection against modern threats, from encrypted attacks to AI-driven exploits.
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Double Defense: Cisco Secure Firewall 10.0 Confronts Encrypted Traffic and Emerging Attack Challenges
Discover how Cisco Secure Firewall 10.0 boosts visibility and protection against modern threats, from encrypted attacks to AI-driven exploits.
Endpoint, Exploits, Global Security News
Dutch Authorities Confirm Ivanti Zero-Day Exploit Exposed Employee Contact Data
The Netherlands’ Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) and the Council for the Judiciary confirmed both agencies (Rvdr) have disclosed that their systems were impacted by cyber attacks that exploited the recently disclosed security flaws in Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM), according to a notice sent to the country’s parliament on Friday. “On January 29, the…
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German Agencies Warn of Signal Phishing Targeting Politicians, Military, Journalists
Germany’s Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (aka Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz or BfV) and Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) have issued a joint advisory warning of a malicious cyber campaign undertaken by a likely state-sponsored threat actor that involves carrying out phishing attacks over the Signal messaging app. “The focus is on…
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Cohesity collaborates with Google Cloud to deliver ’secure sandbox capabilities and comprehensive threat insights designed to eliminate hidden malware’
AI-powered data security company Cohesity has announced significant threat protection enhancements to the Cohesity Data Cloud, including a contextual display of Google Threat Intelligence insights and incorporating Google Private Scanning.
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HPE targets virtualisation pain with Morpheus, updates GreenLake, and boosts cyber resilience
HPE is sharpening its hybrid cloud strategy with new virtualisation, data protection and storage capabilities aimed at reducing costs and improving cyber resilience.