Security breaches stories - Page 2
User error named top IT problem as survey reveals odd mishaps
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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breach prevention
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solarwinds
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security breaches
A SolarWinds survey reveals user error as the top IT issue, disrupting work for 33% of global IT professionals surveyed.
Defakto raises $30.75 million to secure non-human identities
Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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cloud security
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iam
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breach prevention
Defakto has raised $30.75 million to develop a platform securing non-human identities across enterprises, tackling risks from static credentials and AI agents.
AI deployment delays rise as data security & accuracy issues grow
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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breach prevention
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ai security
AI deployment delays are increasing by up to 12 months as 75% of firms face data security breaches and accuracy issues, hindering progress globally.
Wiz launches cloud incident response service for rapid recovery
Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Wiz has launched a cloud Incident Response service to help organisations quickly investigate, contain, and recover from security breaches in cloud environments.
Wiz launches cloud incident response service to boost security
Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Wiz has introduced Wiz Incident Response, a new service to help organisations swiftly detect, contain, and recover from cloud security incidents using expert support and AI.
SecurityScorecard acquires HyperComply to boost AI security
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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supply chain
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breach prevention
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ai
SecurityScorecard has acquired AI-driven HyperComply to enhance supply chain security with faster, automated vendor risk assessments and compliance management.
Scalekit raises USD $5.5M to secure AI agents in enterprise IT
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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data protection
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martech
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iam
Scalekit has secured USD $5.5m in seed funding to launch a developer toolkit that authenticates AI agents and protects enterprise IT systems.
Cloud security gaps widen as skills & identity risks persist
Sat, 13th Sep 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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breach prevention
A global study reveals widening cloud security gaps driven by poor identity management and a critical shortage of skilled professionals in hybrid environments.
Axios-driven phishing soars 241% as attackers bypass defences
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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mfa
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Phishing attacks using the Axios user agent surged 241% by August 2025, bypassing defences with Microsoft Direct Send to steal credentials at high rates.
UK manufacturers face costly software failures amid digital push
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Six in ten UK manufacturers expect costly software failures in 2025 as digital delivery speeds up, risking annual losses of up to GBP £773,000.
KnowBe4 unveils framework for people-centric cybersecurity culture
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
KnowBe4 unveils a new framework promoting a people-centric approach to cybersecurity, focusing on human risk management to boost security culture and reduce breaches.
FICO named top category leader for enterprise fraud solutions
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
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erp
FICO has been named a category leader by Chartis Research for the fifth consecutive time in enterprise, payment fraud solutions and fraud platforms in 2025.
UK leads world in critical cyber attacks but risks recovery gap
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Ninety-three per cent of UK firms face critical cyber incidents, yet are less prepared for recovery than global peers, risking business continuity gaps.
AI-generated code raises security risks as governance lags
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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application security
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devsecops
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supply chain
Over half of organisations use AI coding assistants, yet only 18% have formal governance, raising security risks amid rising breaches, says Checkmarx report.
Fortinet upgrades FortiRecon to boost proactive cyber defences
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Fortinet has upgraded FortiRecon with AI-driven threat intelligence and automation to help organisations identify and prioritise cyber risks proactively.
Mobile app breaches cost firms USD $7 million despite confidence
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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devops
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of firms faced mobile app breaches costing an average of USD $6.9 million in 2025, says Guardsquare study.
UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology
Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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mfa
UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.
BT joins CHERI Alliance to drive secure hardware adoption
Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
BT Group has joined the CHERI Alliance to promote hardware memory safety technology, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity across digital infrastructure.
Digital.ai launches Quick Protect Agent for rapid app defence
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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ransomware
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Digital.ai unveils Quick Protect Agent, enabling organisations to secure mobile apps swiftly with minimal technical skills, tackling rising AI-driven cyber threats.
Infinigate secures Keepnet xHRM rights to counter vishing rise
Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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phishing
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partner programmes
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email security
Infinigate has partnered with Keepnet to distribute human risk management tools across Europe amid rising threats.