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Logpoint appoints Michael Haldbo as CFO

Logpoint has announced the appointment of Michael Haldbo as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting to Logpoint's CEO, Jesper Zerlang, Michael will be responsible for taking the company successfully through the next step of the Logpoint journey to become a European cyber security powerhouse. “We’re excited that Michael is joining the Logpoint team as we grow beyond scaleup and into an established cyber security company. Michael has extensive experience in taking leadership over transformation projects and M&A,” says Jesper Zerlang. “With our recent acquisition by Summa Equity, we have proven that Logpoint has the capabilities and critical mass to take us to the next level, and as we mature the business model, he is an evident choice to support and protect the business financially.” Michael Haldbo has 20 years of international and nordic experience in financial planning, analysis and strategy execution. He served as CFO at Signicat, Europe’s leading provider of digital identity solutions. Michael has also held financial executive roles at other companies in the IT and payment-related sector, including Nets and Unwire. “Logpoint has such a strong value proposition with world-class cyber security solutions, competitive pricing models, and the agility and flexibility that enable us to challenge the big mastodons in the SIEM market and become the number one vendor in Europe with a global range,” says Michael Haldbo. “From my perspective, Logpoint ticks all the boxes, scaleup, growth market, a strong business model, transitioning into SaaS and private equity owned. The frosting on the cake is that Logpoint solutions address a major societal challenge, namely the ever-growing cyber threat in the wake of COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine.” Click here for more latest news.

International Cyber Expo celebrates women in cyber security

To celebrate and connect cyber security’s remarkable women and their allies, Nineteen Group, organiser of International Cyber Expo, has launched ‘Grab the Mic: Women in Cyber’. The brand-new event, held within the wider exhibition, is produced and hosted by Eleanor Dallaway, Founder of Assured Intelligence and former Editor of Infosecurity Magazine. Kicking off the event will be a keynote entitled, ‘It Takes Two to Tango (If You Want to Tango Exceptionally Well)’, delivered by a female-male duo, a novel approach at a diversity event. The keynote will serve to reinforce the reality that we are stronger together, especially when on equal terms. This will then be followed by a panel discussion on ‘How to Land The Job of Your Dreams’, moderated by Eleanor. Despite the longstanding cyber security skills gap, many still struggle to land their perfect job in the sector. The panel discussion will investigate this disconnect, and invite individuals from various backgrounds to offer their perspectives. This includes a cyber security recruiter, a hiring manager, a senior industry professional that has made it to the boardroom, and a newcomer to the sector. Audience members will also have a chance to ask the panellists questions and seek advice on landing the job of their dreams. “I am over the moon to have the opportunity to bring another 'women in cyber' event to the sector, this time with International Cyber Expo as its home. I am as passionate today as I’ve ever been about improving inclusion in our industry, and nothing motivates me more than a room full of people who share that mission,” says Eleanor. “I’ve designed this event with the attendee at the heart and soul of it. I’ve spoken to people who have expressed a desire for greater opportunity to network at these events, so we’ve made that a core focus. We’ve built in enough time to schmooze, make friends and seek new job opportunities, for those looking. I’ve also been told that attendees want a guarantee that they’ll be granted access. So, I’ve worked with Rachael at Nineteen Group to ensure we have an event space big enough to welcome every single person who registers – without fail.” “We’ve been listening to what the cyber security community wants, and many of the women in the sector want the chance to be heard. This is why we’re delivering an inspiring and educational networking event for women and their allies in the industry,” says Rachael Shattock, Group Event Director at Nineteen Group. “We are so pleased to have Eleanor Dallaway on board to help us bring this new event to life at International Cyber Expo 2023. With almost two decades of experience as a tech journalist, and having founded women in cyber security networking events in her time as editor of Infosecurity Magazine, she brings a wealth of insight and contacts that will no doubt make this event a huge success. Not to mention, she is a formidable industry role model in her own right.” The event will be held on the Gallery Level at London Olympia on Tuesday, 26 September from 14:00 - 16:30 BST. Attendees can register online.

Southampton FC renews partnership with Acronis

Southampton FC has officially announced its renewed partnership with Acronis and Tailor Made Technologies (TMT). Under the agreement, TMT will be providing the team with a full suite of Acronis cyber protection solutions to protect the team's data assets and optimise data workflow, facilitating the team to perform at its best both on and off the pitch. Southampton Football Club is a professional football club that plays in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English football. The club chose Acronis Cyber Protect because it provides fast and reliable backup, AI-based anti-malware, and is accessible from a single intuitive console. While using a patchwork of five-star solutions for separate aspects of cyber security will still leave gaps in a system's defences, Acronis integrated approach ensures such gaps are eliminated, delivering superior resiliency for organisations like Southampton FC. Director of IT, Huw Fielding, comments, “Southampton FC takes cyber protection very seriously. Global organisations like ours often come under fire from cyber attacks targeting our sensitive data, including information on thousands of fans. Protecting the data we have been entrusted with is a significant priority for us, and we have the utmost confidence that Acronis solution, delivered by Tailor Made Technologies will help us do so. Acronis solutions are developed based on the Five Vectors of Cyber Protection— Safety, Accessibility, Privacy, Authenticity, and Security (SAPAS). This means that it is designed to provide the highest level of security possible and ensure that data is easily accessible to those with authorised permission, and that it is both authentic and tamper-free. While security and accessibility are often considered polarised concepts in data security, it proves that you can have the best of both worlds. Building on its existing partnerships with both Acronis and Southampton FC, the solution will be delivered by TMT as the official Acronis delivery partner. As experts in managed IT, cyber security, and communication solutions, TMT brings a wealth of experience from over 29 years of providing managed technologies that power SMEs to achieve their business goals. Darren Scott-Healey, CEO at TMT, says, “As CEO of TMT and a lifelong Saints fan, I am thrilled to announce our partnership with Southampton FC as their Acronis CyberFit Partner. We are excited to work alongside the club to meet their cyber security needs with the most innovative managed solutions. This partnership is a great opportunity for us to leverage our industry leading expertise, local focus, and technical support to help Southampton FC defend its operations, enhance its performance and push for promotion.” “We are proud to be renewing our partnership with Southampton FC, one of the best known and liked clubs in English football. We are thankful that the team shares our vision and passion for cyber protection, and we are excited to work with TMT who will deliver our first-class cyber protection solutions to protect the workloads of the club,” adds Ronan McCurtin, Vice President of Sales Europe, Turkey and Israel at Acronis. Click here for latest data centre news.

DTX + UCX Europe 2023 prepares teams for a new realm

As 2023's advancements in technology pose more questions than answers, the industry's most insightful minds come together at Digital Transformation EXPO Europe (DTX) - the home of digital transformation, and UC EXPO (UCX) - the home of customer and workplace tech. Taking place on 4 and 5 October 2023 at ExCel London, the event comes at a time when IT teams and business leaders are starting to realise the impact from emerging technologies which has led to the theme of this year's show being ‘preparing for the next realm'. Organisations can learn how to balance risk with reward - readying their people, processes and infrastructure for the continual evolution of enterprise technology and AI. On day one of the show, three inspiring headline speakers take to the stage with Baroness Martha Lane Fox, President of the British Chamber of Commerce and Founder of lastminute.com, opening the show to explore why businesses need to decide if AI is friend or foe. Plus, world-renowned social engineer and author of ‘People Hacker', Jenny Radcliffe, speaking on the impact of tools such as ChatGPT on human-based attacks and approaches; and former distinguished engineer at Google Cloud, Kelsey Hightower, discussing the future of open source for product innovation. Day two will feature comedian and TV presenter Dara O’Briain alongside presenter & UCL professor, Hannah Fry to discuss the key role of storytelling and the value of being human in the age of machines. Furthermore, 18 stages of content will host case studies, panel debates and peer-to-peer roundtables discussing cloud, networks, cyber security, DevOps, software engineering, unified communications and collaboration, AI and automation and data, plus a new stage dedicated to IT Ops and service management. This year's event will be backed by a host of household names including Cisco, Google, Microsoft, AWS, Zoom and HP, plus Sophos, Okta, ThreatLocker and Checkpoint. Dominie Roberts, Programme Lead for DTX + UCX, says, “Following our hugely successful Manchester show in May, we're even more excited for the Europe edition of DTX+UCX returning to London ExCeL at such a crucial time for IT teams and business leaders.” "This year's event is designed to help organisations gain the knowledge and solutions they need to keep up with advancements in technology and the way a new generation of customers and employees are using it.” “Given the lineup of headline speakers, featured case studies and technology showcases, this year is sure to be one of the best yet and we’ll be announcing the details of the agenda and expo over the next few weeks.” To register, click here. Find more events happening around you here.

Leaders from cyber security sector come to RGU

Major figures from some of the top law enforcement agencies in the world are coming to RGU for an international cyber security conference. The University’s School of Computing has partnered with OSP Cyber Academy to host the Senior Leaders Cyber Summit on 31 August. Speakers include Cynthia Kaiser, Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI’s Cyber Division; David Charters, a former MI6 Intelligence Officer; and Chief Superintendent, Conrad Trickett, who leads Police Scotland’s Digital World Programme. The event has a distinct aim of discussing and setting out practical cyber security solutions which can be used at a national level and beyond. The Senior Leaders Cyber Summit will give a unique insight into the types of cyber security challenges faced by leaders across the globe.   Other speakers at the event come from a range of international sectors including academia, business and public services.   Irene Coyle, Chief Operating Officer of OSP Cyber Academy, says, “To bring this calibre of cyber security expertise and the diversity of the distinguished speakers to Aberdeen is truly remarkable. It is the perfect chance for people to hear from true leading lights in our sector. Working alongside RGU is perfect, as it means we can also use the University’s academic knowledge around cyber security to further accelerate awareness and engagement with this important part of our world.” As well as speakers, there will also be panel discussions and network opportunities for attendees. A senior leaders gala dinner is also being held at the Ardoe House Hotel later in the evening and this will also incorporate the Cyber Security Woman of the World Award.  Click here to find events happening around you.

Fighting a surge in AI-assisted cyber attacks with the help of AI

By Richard Massey, VP of Sales, EMEA at Arcserve With cyber attacks never ending, and its impact often lethal, organisations are constantly looking for ways to enhance their data resilience. It’s a back and forth battle, good guys versus bad guys, and recently the bad guys have taken a step forward. They’re using AI to ramp up the frequency and severity of their attacks. Worse, many newbies are jumping in to try their hand at cyber crime. Script kiddies with zero coding experience can grab off-the-shelf AI tools and create and deploy malicious software. Anyone with bad intentions can quickly develop and unleash malware that wreaks havoc on companies. For instance, readily available AI tools enable even unsophisticated actors to execute denial-of-service attacks, create phishing emails and launch ransomware. These attacks can be run simultaneously from numerous systems worldwide, making it nearly impossible for human operators to manually detect all the attacking systems accessing their websites or portals. Turning AI against the hackers It’s not all bad news for the good guys. AI and deep learning technologies are also potent weapons in the fight against cyber crime. AI-driven security solutions with self-learning capabilities can proactively respond to emerging threats and protect against a wide range of attacks — effectively putting the power back in the hands of organisations. For instance, AI security tools can detect anomalies and patterns indicative of malicious behaviour and stop attacks before they cause harm. This intelligent approach to data protection reduces reliance on reactive measures and empowers organisations to stay one step ahead of cyber criminals. AI and deep learning protection systems can also adapt and evolve to counter emerging threats. They can learn from past incidents and continuously improve their defence mechanisms. By leveraging techniques like transfer learning, these systems can update their knowledge base with the latest threat intelligence and ensure greater resilience against future attacks. These systems can also take proactive, automated actions based on predefined rules or learned behaviour. For example, upon detecting a security breach or anomaly, the system can automatically trigger measures like isolating affected systems or blocking suspicious traffic. This automated response reduces the time between detection and remediation, thereby minimising the potential impact of a cyber attack. AI in action Here’s an example of what AI looks like in action. There is a well-known threat in the cyber security industry called a remote administration tool. RAT can be embedded into a simple email attachment, such as a JPEG image, allowing cyber attackers to gain unauthorised access to a system. Antivirus engines typically detect RATs based on their signatures, then distribute an alert to all endpoints to identify and remove the RATs. However, attackers can easily modify their RATs, even slightly, to generate a different signature and evade traditional signature-based detection. To fight back, AI and deep learning technologies are crucial. Instead of relying solely on static signature matching, modern cyber security tools powered by AI can analyse the behaviour of files and processes. They can observe whether a file is executing specific actions or installing software. AI security tools can flag suspicious behaviour and prevent potentially malicious actions by learning and recognising patterns in these activities. This approach is more effective in detecting and stopping emerging threats. Attackers are constantly developing new methods to evade conventional cyber security measures, which makes it essential for organisations to keep pace. AI and deep learning can play a vital role in analysing actual threats and predicting potentially malicious actions based on observed patterns. Such a proactive approach enhances the security posture of organisations and helps them protect against evolving cyber threats. A still-evolving tool When implementing AI and deep learning tools, it’s essential to consider the challenges they may bring. We’ve discussed the benefits of AI, but it’s crucial to remember that mistakes can occur. AI is still evolving and is not 100% foolproof. Sometimes, it may misinterpret what is happening, disrupting data or system availability.  These disruptions might happen when the AI detects what it thinks are illegal activities. For instance, AI tools often work with a reliability score. An organisation can take preventive actions if the score falls below a preset threshold. However, these preventive actions may be unnecessary, resulting in unplanned downtime. As an evolving technology, AI cannot guarantee absolute perfection, and the threat of errors will always exist. Nonetheless, as more people use the technology and encounter various threats, AI systems will improve and become better at distinguishing real threats from non-threatening situations. Getting Started with AI Many companies are intrigued by AI’s potential but don’t know how and where to start with the technology. The easiest way is to work with reliable security solution providers well-versed in deep learning and AI and already incorporating the technology into their existing products. This approach enables end-users to embrace AI and apply it effectively in data resilience and cyber security. As the technology continues to evolve, we expect to see more inhouse AI and deep learning solutions developed and deployed. However, AI’s complexity will take some years to become mainstream. In the meantime, the most accessible and straightforward way for organisations to use AI to defend themselves is to engage with solution providers with readily available AI-powered tools that neutralise cyber attacks and protect against data loss. Click here for latest data centre news.

Hanwha Vision has been authorised by the CVE Program

Hanwha Vision has announced that it has been authorised by the CVE Program as a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA). In a demonstration of its commitment to best practice in cyber security, authorisation as a CNA allows it to identify, define and catalogue publicly reported cyber security vulnerabilities for the benefit of users, partners and the wider information technology and cyber security communities. The CVE Program is an international, community-based effort that relies on technology firms to share any vulnerabilities they discover, which are then assigned and published to the CVE list. In turn, IT and cyber security professionals use these records to coordinate efforts to prioritise and address these vulnerabilities. The list feeds the US National Vulnerability Database (NVD). “Authorisation as a CNA shows how seriously Hanwha Vision takes cyber security,” says Uri Guterman, Head of Product & Marketing at Hanwha Vision. “Being authorised as a CVE numbering authority represents a logical next step in Hanwha Vision’s ongoing commitment to cyber security and provides an added level of reassurance to users.” CNA authorisation will augment the work of the firm’s long established S-CERT department, where a dedicated team addresses all possible product security vulnerabilities and responds promptly in the event of a security vulnerability via documented security vulnerability response process and notice policy. With CNA status, the firm is able to publish CVE records and support a growing community of technology providers, as they work to minimise cyber security threats through swift and coordinated action. Click here for latest data centre news.

Global Cyber Summit highlights Ukrainian experience amid geopolitical tensions

Nineteen Group, organiser of International Cyber Expo, has announced its programme for the annual Global Cyber Summit, sponsored by Sonatype, Opentext and Infoblox, and hosted at Olympia London on 26 and 27 September 2023. The summit returns with greater international appeal. Among other topics of discussion, guest speakers will provide the Ukrainian perspective on cyber security, in light of recent geopolitical events. With opening remarks by Professor Ciaran Martin CB, Chair of International Cyber Expo’s Advisory Council, the Global Cyber Summit assembles the industry’s great minds to review ongoing cyber threats, priorities and challenges. Uniquely, the programme this year invites advisors closely associated with Ukrainian government agencies to present their invaluable insight into the reality and impact of Russian cyber attacks on the country and beyond. Special guest speakers include, Oksana Kharchenko, a member of YouControl, who will delve into the challenges of managing sanctions risk in the current geopolitical setting; and Andrew Hural, Director, MDR of UnderDefense, who will reflect on the last 500 days of Russian cyber operations, determining the successes and failures of their espionage. Here are a few agenda highlights: Nicola Whiting MBE, co-owner of Titania Group, will reveal why diversity and inclusion efforts might be stalling and provide a new framework. Theresa Deumchen, Tech Policy Associate at Global Counsel, will examine the regulatory landscape concerning generative AI. Alexsander Gorkowienko, SecurityLabs’ Senior Managing Consultant at Spirent Communications, will explain how EU security regulations, such as the NIS 2 Directive, might affect businesses across the region. Jake Moore, Global Cyber Security Advisor at ESET, will shed light on his attempt to manipulate recruitment staff, land a job inside a company and gain full access to their data. Stewart Bertram, Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence at Elemendar, will utilise a mix of case studies and theories to expose the crossover between misinformation and cyber threat operations. Rashik Parmar, Group CEO of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and Dr Saritha Arunkumar, IBM Public Cloud Worldwide Technical Leader - Security, will sit together on a panel to address the question: What does the rise of AI and quantum computing mean for the future of cyber security? Charlotte Hooper, Helpline Manager at The Cyber Helpline, will highlight the impact of cybercrime on individuals and what can be done to support them. Attendees can also take advantage of scheduled talks at the collocated International Security Expo. In fact, Joel Aleburu at Microsoft, will be speaking here about the role of cyber espionage in terrorist activities on the first day of the event, while Joe Wrieden, Intelligence Analyst at Cyjax, will assess the key role of Advanced Persistent Threats(APTs) in serious and organised crime on the second day. All sessions are CPD Certified. To register for free as a visitor: https://ice-2023.reg.buzz/dcnnAs press: https://www.internationalcyberexpo.com/press-pass-registration Click here for latest data centre news.

Infinidat appoints new regional director

Infinidat has announced the appointment of Richard Connolly as Regional Director for the UKI and the DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) regions. Richard brings extensive experience selling enterprise storage, cyber security software, hybrid cloud storage, data centre solutions, and professional services to enterprise customers and service providers, including as a global sales director at Hitachi Vantara. He is responsible for driving sales growth in the UKI and DACH regions for Infinidat, reporting to Richard Bradbury, SVP, EMEA and APJ at Infinidat, effective immediately. “Richard Connolly is a strategic sales leader, who has a long, proven track record of exceeding sales growth targets. With his wealth of knowledge and his deep network of relationships with large enterprises across Europe, he will be an excellent leader to expand our market presence, continue to make our customers and partners more successful, and shift the balance of power in the storage industry to Infinidat’s award-winning enterprise storage solutions,” says Richard Bradbury, SVP, EMEA and APJ at Infinidat. "I am extremely excited to join Infinidat, recognised for the last 5 years as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage. Not only has the company substantially expanded and enhanced its enterprise solution portfolio in the last few years, but I strongly believe, with the business value, continuous innovation, and cyber storage capabilities that Infinidat offers to customers, we're well-positioned to solve some of the most complex problems and drive significant cost savings for enterprises," says Richard Connolly, Regional Director for the UKI and DACH regions at Infinidat. "Infinidat is one of the hottest companies in storage and I'm thrilled to contribute to the high-performance mindset that keeps customers at the centre of everything we do." Prior to joining Infinidat, Richard was the Director of Global & Strategic Accounts at Palo Alto Networks, where he drove large, cross-portfolio deals and transformed sales into a high-performance function. Before that, he worked at Hitachi Vantara as Global Sales Director, providing leadership to drive high sales growth. He also spent five years in sales roles at Avaya, leveraging professional services to improve outcomes for customers, particularly large financial service enterprises. Earlier in his career, he led infrastructure projects at JP Morgan and the Royal Bank of Scotland, among other major financial institutions. He earned an executive MBA from the London School of Economics. Click here for latest data centre news.

NCSC CEO warns AI must improve cyber security

The CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre has called for robust security systems in the early development of AI, amidst concerns that proper security measures are being overlooked. As businesses race to develop new AI products, a former intelligence chief explains that malicious attacks could have a “devastating” effect due to the rate AI is being developed in comparison to security. AI is set to play a huge role in many aspects of everyday life, from our homes and cities to high end national security, however, as businesses rush to develop products and secure their position in the market, the risk of misuse could act as a threat. The news follows the UK’s AI whitepaper, released earlier this year, which aims to put the UK on course to be the best place in the world to build, test and use AI tech after investing £2.5bn in the emerging technology since 2014. Suid Adeyanju, CEO of RiverSafe, comments, “AI-enabled cyber attacks present new challenges for security teams, adding increased complexities for organisations when protecting their devices and their data. Businesses evaluate their defence strategies to adapt, boosting their cyber security capabilities to ensure they are prepared for when an attack happens, either directly against their organisation or along the supply chain.” “Upskilling cyber workforces and ensuring diverse teams that can offer new and innovative ways of thinking to elevate expertise is an important part of the solution to defend against the new AI-powered threats. For businesses to protect themselves against the imminent and increasing threat of AI in cyber, strategies must be reassessed and more robust processes must be introduced.” Lindy Cameron, CEO of the NCSC, comments, "The scale and complexity of these models is such that if we don't apply the right basic principles as they are being developed in the early stages, it will be much more difficult to retrofit security." Click here for latest data centre news.