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DevOps Decoded: Prioritizing Security in a Dynamic World

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DevOps Decoded: Prioritizing Security in a Dynamic World

Introduction: The Urgency of Security DevOps security marries development, operations, and security to remove the barriers between software developers and IT operations. Doing so ensures the code runs scales and operates reliably across the organization. While DevOps supports rapid updates, there might be reliance on vulnerabilities from third-party components. Development and IT can reduce flaws and adapt new features earlier while fostering teamwork, making software integration more secure. Traditional vs. Integrated Approach: The conventional model…

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Obsidian Security Warns of Rising SaaS Threats to Enterprises

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Obsidian Security Warns of Rising SaaS Threats to Enterprises

SaaS environments are emerging as an “unaddressed blind spot” in enterprise cyber security for Australian and APAC organisations, according to SaaS security management firm Obsidian Security. This issue is partially attributed to confusion around the shared responsibility model in SaaS contracts. In September, Obsidian Security, which announced that it is expanding operations across Australia and APAC, said it expects a surge in local organisations re-evaluating their SaaS security strategies once they complete ongoing cloud security…

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Proofpoint Sets New Standard for Human-Centric Security with Powerful AI-driven Intelligence, Insights and Integrations

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Proofpoint Sets New Standard for Human-Centric Security with Powerful AI-driven Intelligence, Insights and Integrations

Expanded platform capabilities broaden human-centric risk protection to stop threats across a wide range of applications, prevent account takeover, protect information, and drive sustained behavior change Proofpoint, Inc., a leading cybersecurity and compliance company, announced expanded capabilities across its award-winning platform to provide customers with broader, adaptive human-centric security controls. These new solutions and integrations shield organizations from incoming threats across messaging, collaboration and social media apps; secure SaaS applications and identity posture across a vast…

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SOCI Act 2024: Insights on Critical Infrastructure

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SOCI Act 2024: Insights on Critical Infrastructure

A rise in ransomware incidents and the embrace of artificial intelligence are considered potential data risks facing Australia’s critical infrastructure organisations, according to a new report. This news comes as new cyber security rules under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 come into force in August 2024. The Critical Infrastructure Edition of the 2024 Data Threat Report, by technology organisation Thales, found that ransomware incidents at critical infrastructure organisations are on the rise globally…

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5 Types of IVR Testing Tools and When To Use Each

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5 Types of IVR Testing Tools and When To Use Each

IVR is a powerful tool for managing call queues and improving customer satisfaction, but it requires maintenance for optimal use. Regular IVR testing is essential to make sure your system is secure and works as it should. Testing also helps you improve call flows, ensure quality, and understand performance. Here are the different types of IVR testing tools you’ll need in order to run an efficient and successful system. Types of IVR testing tools 1….

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The Critical Role of Data Center Technology in Transforming the Manufacturing Industry

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The Critical Role of Data Center Technology in Transforming the Manufacturing Industry

How data centers enhance efficiency, support advanced tech, and ensure data security in manufacturing.  In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, data centers are the backbone of IT infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of web hosting, cloud computing, data storage, and large-scale enterprise applications. However, the manufacturing industry faces unique challenges and opportunities when it comes to data center technology. This blog will delve into why data center technology is crucial for the manufacturing sector.  Gartner…

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Data breach victims increased by 490% since the first half of 2023

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Data breach victims increased by 490% since the first half of 2023

The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) has released a report analyzing H1 data breach incidents for 2024. According to the report, there was a 490% rise in data breach victims in H1 of 2024 compared to H1 of 2023. Yet, Q2 had 732 publicly reported data breaches, which represents a 12% decrease from Q1.  Security leaders weigh in  Stephen Kowski, Field CTO at SlashNext:  “The surge in breach victims is likely due to several large-scale…

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The power of podcasts

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The power of podcasts

A goal of the editorial team at Security magazine is to provide insightful thought-leadership focused content from security leaders to our readers through as many routes as possible. One way we do this is through our podcast channel, The Security Podcasts. In addition to our monthly eMagazine and ongoing web coverage, Security magazine regularly releases podcast episodes which feature cybersecurity and physical security leaders from various industries. These security professionals share insights and stories from their experiences and careers providing leadership…

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With the exponential growth of data, new SEC rules need a new approach

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With the exponential growth of data, new SEC rules need a new approach

The latest estimates show 328.77 million terabytes of data are created each day, roughly 120 zettabytes per year, compared to just 2 zettabytes in all of 2010. This growth isn’t expected to slow in the coming years, and organizations increasingly rely on this data to make informed business decisions, conduct research and analysis and much more. But managing and securing that growth in data volume poses a challenge for security teams, leading to more breaches…

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CISOs in Australia Urged to Take a Closer Look at Data Breach Risks

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CISOs in Australia Urged to Take a Closer Look at Data Breach Risks

Clayton Utz cyber partner Brenton Steenkamp has seen his fair share of cyber attacks. Returning to Australia in October after a seven-year stint in Amsterdam, he has brought home tales of dealing with multiple large ransomware attacks in Europe, as well as the data governance lessons they provided. Steenkamp said he has observed many Australian organisations are yet to assume the “paradigm shifting” view of risk around data estates that is necessary for future data…

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