Sophos stories
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
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A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.
N-able enhances Cove protection with Fortified Copies feature
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N-able has launched Fortified Copies from Cove Data Protection, a feature designed to automate backup immutability and bolster data security against ransomware.
Sophos appoints new Chief Revenue Officer & VP of Sales
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Sophos has appointed Torjus Gylstorff as Chief Revenue Officer and Jon Bove as Senior Vice President of Americas Sales to boost global revenue growth.
Sophos unveils new XGS desktop firewalls & software
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Sophos has unveiled its new XGS Series desktop firewalls, featuring nine models that double performance while halving energy consumption for SMEs.
Sophos named leader in IDC MarketScape 2024 for MDR services
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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Sophos named as a leader in IDC MarketScape's European and global MDR services, reinforcing its commitment to protecting SMBs worldwide.
Rise in healthcare ransomware attacks despite overall decline
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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Sophos’s 2024 report shows healthcare ransomware attacks have surged to a four-year high, affecting 67% of organisations.
Australian firms to boost cybersecurity budgets by next year
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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Sophos's new report reveals 83% of Australian firms will boost cybersecurity budgets, with a focus on MSPs and covering AI threats, credential theft, and more.
Sophos report reveals education sector's ransomware battle
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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Sophos' State of Ransomware in Education 2024 report shows escalating pressures on schools and universities, as ransom demands soar.
Sophos exposes China-linked cyberespionage in Southeast Asia
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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Sophos' latest report uncovers a sophisticated China-linked cyberespionage campaign targeting Southeast Asian entities.
Sophos unveils Chinese cyber espionage tactics in new report
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Sophos has disclosed new insights into the Crimson Palace cyber espionage campaign by Chinese state actors, revealing persistent threats across Southeast Asia.
Cribl secures USD $319 million in Series E led by Google Ventures
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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Cribl secures USD $319 million in Series E funding, valuing the company at USD $3.5 billion, with Google Ventures leading the round and joining the board.
Sophos launches customer success initiative to boost support
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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Sophos unveils Customer Success initiative to streamline support, offering security resources and educational tools to elevate cybersecurity.
Sophos launches Customer Success to enhance cybersecurity support
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Sophos has launched Sophos Customer Success, offering tailored support and resources to maximise customers' cybersecurity investments, enhancing protection against threats.
Cybercriminals weaponising stolen data in attacks
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Cybercriminals escalate ransomware tactics, weaponising stolen data to extort victims, Sophos reveals. Threats now include exposing personal and illicit information.
WatchGuard adds key executives to bolster global leadership
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies has grown its leadership with three new senior hires, enhancing sales and marketing capabilities with industry veterans.
WatchGuard strengthens leadership team with three new executives
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies enhances its leadership, appointing Derek Maggiacomo, Rich Workman, and Karen Ray to drive focus on MSPs. CEO promotes a partner-first vision.
Sophos appoints Teresa Anania as new Chief Customer Officer
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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Sophos names Teresa Anania as new Chief Customer Officer to advance customer and partner success initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity solutions and services.
Cysurance & Sophos expand cyber protection program to Australia
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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Cysurance partners with Sophos to bring its successful US cyber protection program to Australia, offering enhanced ransomware protection and cyber-insurance policies.
Survey: investments in cybersecurity needed for insurance
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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Nearly all companies with cyber insurance have bolstered cybersecurity to meet policy terms, yet recovery costs from attacks, averaging USD $2.73 million, outstrip coverage.
Survey shows 76% of firms boost cyber defences for insurance
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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Some 76% of firms bolstered cyber defences to secure insurance, though many remain unclear on coverage specifics amid rising attack recovery costs.