Between mid-2023 and mid-2024, an average of 309,000 new malware variants were identified daily.
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AI Hype in Cybersecurity – Is It Worth the Investment?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being utilised in cybersecurity, particularly for identifying deviations in network traffic. But does the application of AI truly make sense? Dr Sebastian Schmerl from Arctic Wolf delves int ...
Pentesting: From Luxury to Standard
Automation is making pentesting affordable even for smaller companies, says Mareen Dose from indevis.
Future-Proof Data Protection as a Driver of the Smart Economy
A study by Huawei and Roland Berger highlights key trends and emerging requirements for data storage solutions in the age of AI.
Mass Phenomenon: “Bring Your Own AI”
A recent study by Software AG reveals that 54% of German knowledge workers are using unsanctioned AI tools, a practice known as "shadow AI." Nearly as many workers would bypass any bans imposed on these tools.
New Jailbreaking Technique ‘Deceptive Delight’ Discovered
Corporate APIs: A Prime Target for Cybercriminals
APIs have become an attractive target for cybercriminals, as many companies lack effective monitoring of malicious activities or third-party API integrations.
Cyber Attacks on Connected Cars
'In the future, customers' trust in car brands will be measured by how they handle cybersecurity and prevent external attacks,' says Professor Stefan Bratzel from CAM.
Shadow AI: Safely Integrating Generative AI
The introduction of AI in companies is often still hesitant, and this reluctance inadvertently opens the door to a new type of shadow IT.
Intelligent DDoS Defense with AI
Attackers are increasingly using sophisticated techniques to disguise their attacks and deploy adaptive attack patterns, warns Elena Simon from Gcore.
How Attackers are Using AI to Generate Malware
HP’s latest Threat Insights Report reveals how cybercriminals are leveraging generative AI to craft malicious code.
IT Security Risk: Smart Clothing
Techwear and smart fashion combine fashion with advanced technology and connectivity - including AI.
AI and Learning Systems in the Security Operation Center
Telekom opens its Master Security Operations Center in Bonn, analyzing billions of security-relevant data points per day.
Disinformation and AI: Challenges and Defense Strategies
Companies Neglecting the Recruitment of Cybersecurity Experts
eco Survey: Almost Half of Companies Lack Measures to Recruit IT Security Specialists
New Version of Hornetsecurity 365 Total Backup for Microsoft 365
This release comes with backup support for Microsoft Planner.
Vulnerability Management: Speed is Key
Professional hackers are quick to learn about security vulnerabilities and conduct attacks within 24 hours to find new entry points into corporate networks.
Costs of Data Leaks Reach New Record High
German companies recorded losses averaging 4.9 million euros per case.
Hyper-Personalisation: Customer Service Rethought?
Generative AI can precisely capture the behavior and preferences of individual business customers and respond to them immediately, says Robert Rosellen from ServiceNow.
CrowdStrike CEO Apologises for Global IT Disruption
The apology is addressed to the company's customers and those affected, such as air travelers. A faulty update for the Falcon security software causes Windows computers to enter a boot loop.
A Lack of AI Regulation
A Kaspersky study of C-level decision-makers shows that only 22% are considering internal company rules on the use of AI.
Cyber Insurance is About to Become Standard
Study: More than half of DACH companies now have a policy. Total cost of cyber insurance is rising.
Your Computer is Yours: BYOD Guidelines for Companies
Bring your own device" may sound like device chaos and security gaps to old-school IT experts. But that doesn't have to be the case, says André Schindler from NinjaOne.
Self-Attack is the Best Defense
Autonomous pentests from the cloud can be used to identify vulnerabilities.
Paradise for Attackers: Overdue Bills and Living off the Land
HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report shows how cybercriminals are increasingly diversifying their attack methods to circumvent security policies and detection tools.
Cybersecurity For FC Barcelona’s New Stadium
Fortinet will be the cybersecurity partner for the future Spotify Camp Nou stadium for the next three seasons until June 30, 2028.
2024 Olympics: Playing Field for Cyber Attacks
Olympic Games also serve as a playing field in the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security, warns Check Point's Marco Engerling.
Cyber Defense with AI and Passive Network Monitoring
Schiffl IT: Identifying anomalies in network traffic and systems in real time.
Rapid API Growth Increases Cyber Security Risks
Decision-makers see APIs as a Trojan horse for cyber attacks, but most are not investing in the right security applications.
AI Massively Increases the Volume of Cyberattacks
Cybersecurity expert Oded Vanunu from Check Point warns about the number of attacks rather than the quality of cyberattacks by AI.