Devo to help roll out Optiv Security’s new managed XDR offering
Cybersecurity solutions integrator firm Optiv Security launched its managed extended detection and response (MXDR) offering at Black Hat USA 2021 on August 3.
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Recent tech news that we maybe didn’t get to yet, or it’s news we’ve reported on and feel is worth resurfacing.
Microsoft issues workaround for new Win10 privilege escalation problem
Microsoft has quickly issued a workaround for Windows 10 systems after the discovery of a serious vulnerability that could allow a successful attacker to increase their access to a compromised computer.
Two Linux vulnerabilities give exploiters root privileges
Linux administrators are urged to watch for and install patches to fix two major vulnerabilities in the…
TickTockTech exclusive provider and installer for CyberGood Security’s live ransomware detection and mitigation service
On-demand, onsite technology support service in Canada, TickTockTech has formed a partnership with CyberGood Security to become the exclusive provider and installer for HackSweep, a cyber alarm system and monitoring service that provides live 24/7 protection from different types of cyber threats.
Hashtag Trending, July 6 – REvil ransomware attack; Audacity is spyware; Google app control
Russian hacking group REvil attacks 200 networks in the U.S., audio software Audacity is being called a spyware and Google removes nine apps from the Play Store for infiltrating Facebook logins.
Ontario’s eSentire is hiring more people to expand its operations in EMEA
Ontario-based managed detection and response (MDR) security provider eSentire is further expanding its operations EMEA, the company announced today while also introducing its regional leadership for EMEA.
Cloudflare announces direct integrations with Microsoft Azure Sentinel, Splunk and more
Web infrastructure and website security company Cloudflare has announced new integrations with Microsoft Azure Sentinel, Splunk, Datadog, and Sumo Logic to allow security teams across businesses to extend the insights provided by Cloudflare Logs to their technology stack.
Few infosec leaders report to C-suite, study shows
Few infosec leaders have a direct voice to the C-suite, says a new study, which it argues,…
Avanan launches Global Partner Program, extends use of its cloud email and collab security solutions
Cloud email and collaboration security firm Avanan this morning announced that it’s launching a new Global Channel Partner Program.
FireEye announces sale of FireEye products business to Symphony Technology Group for $1.2B
FireEye has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the FireEye products business, including the FireEye name, to a consortium led by Symphony Technology Group (STG) in an all-cash transaction for $1.2 billion.
BlackBerry announces new endpoint and network security capabilities
This week, BlackBerry announced it’s extending its detection and response (XDR) strategy with two new cybersecurity innovations, BlackBerry Optics 3.0 and BlackBerry Gateway, built on prevention-first and AI-driven approach.
Trend Micro unveils additional support for partners selling on AWS
Trend Micro announced updates to its partner program, a move that the cloud security firm says will benefit partners selling through authorized distributors like AWS.
Use of TLS to protect malware communications has doubled, says Sophos
A common cryptographic protocol used to protect the majority of website communications and some virtual private networks is also increasingly being used by threat actors to protect their attacks, according to a new report.
Internet security company Cloudflare opens first Canadian office, hires sales exec
If it weren’t for the pandemic, Michaell Zatlyn would be in Toronto to celebrate the opening of internet security and performance provider Cloudlfare’s first Canadian office.
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