Microsoft Outage Linked to CrowdStrike Causes Tech Downtime Worldwide, CrowdStrike CEO Reacts
Key quote from X (formerly twitter):
“CrowdStrike is actively working with customers impacted by a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts. Mac and Linux hosts are not impacted. This is not a security incident or cyberattack. The issue has been identified, isolated and a fix has been deployed.
“We refer customers to the support portal for the latest updates and will continue to provide complete and continuous updates on our website. We further recommend organizations ensure they’re communicating with CrowdStrike representatives through official channels. Our team is fully mobilized to ensure the security and stability of CrowdStrike customers.” — George Kurtz, President and CEO, CrowdStrike
SonicWall Unveils Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Tailored for MSPs, Launches Cloud Secure Edge (CSE) Suited for Any Stage of Cloud Migration
SonicWall combines acquired industry-leading Security Service Edge (SSE) solutions with SonicWall’s SME network security experience to create a cloud-delivered ZTNA solution for MSPs.
Key quote from the press release:
“We see firsthand the challenges organizations face in securing their increasingly dispersed workforce. Cloud Secure Edge addresses these challenges head-on by providing a comprehensive set of solutions that are not only easy to deploy and manage but also deliver robust security capabilities.
Whether it’s replacing tradition VPNs, delivering a cost-effective endpoint-based DNS offering or delivering a full ZTNA architecture, this solution allows us to offer our customers who are implementing a hybrid cloud migration a scalable and efficient way to protect their critical assets while ensuring seamless connectivity for their remote workforce.” — Rama Polefka, SonicWall partner and CEO of Black Mountain
Exabeam and LogRhythm Complete Merger and Announce New Company Details
The combined organization will empower customers with a best-of-breed, AI-driven security operations platform fortified with high-integrity data ingestion.
Key quote from the press release:
“By merging cutting-edge, AI-driven technology from Exabeam with the unmatched data integrity of LogRhythm, we are setting a new, unparalleled standard for security operations.” — Christopher O’Malley, CEO, Exabeam
Aryaka Closes Fiscal Year ’24 Strong – with New Bookings Up 34% YoY and Security Solution Sales up 80%
Growth fueled by launch of Unified SASE as a Service, marquee customer wins and key executive appointments
Key quote from the press release:
“Between new offerings, customer wins, and executive appointments with a proven track record of success, 2024 was a groundbreaking year for Aryaka. However, we’ve only scratched the surface of our capabilities.” — Shailesh Shukla, CEO, Aryaka
Normalyze DSPM, Powered by Snowflake, Enhances Access Controls and Data Security Posture Management
Availability of Normalyze DSPM for All Snowflake Customers via Snowflake Marketplace
Key quote from the press release:
“By building Normalyze natively in Snowflake, they are accelerating innovation and collaboration in the AI Data Cloud, as well as the options available to customers.” — Tarik Dwiek, Head of Technology Alliances, Snowflake
INNOCN Names Image Star Distributor for North America
INNOCN announces Image Star as the authorized distributor for its line of computer monitors and digital displays in North America
Key quote from the press release:
“We are excited to introduce INNOCN to new IT resellers with Image Star…Image Star’s experience in the IT channel will provide additional support for dealers looking to sell our product for the first time.”— Leon Liu, Business Development Manager, INNOCN
Druva Announces Data Security Capabilities to Accelerate Incident Response
New Threat Hunting and Managed Data Detection and Response capabilities help businesses respond faster to cyber incidents
Key quote from the press release:
“Druva’s 100% SaaS approach seamlessly consolidates and contextualizes data across all workloads, enabling customers to bolster cyber resilience and accelerate incident response.”— Jaspreet Singh, CEO and Co-Founder, Druva
New Version of Leostream Remote Desktop Access Platform Offers Even More Flexibility, Support, Control
Leostream Corporation releases the latest version of the world-leading Leostream Remote Desktop Access Platform
Key quote from the press release:
“The latest version of Leostream is our best yet, and underscores how essential the platform has become in modern enterprises. As workforces, applications, and computing evolve, Leostream remains dynamic and adaptable to a broad spectrum of user requirements.”— Karen Gondoly, CEO, Leostream
Secureworks Elevates State of Cybersecurity for Mid-Market Customers with new Tailored Managed Detection and Response Offering
Taegis ManagedXDR Plus delivers bespoke security at scale to solve mid-market resource challenges that traditional MDR solutions can’t
Key quote from the press release:
“Until today, the mid-market has had to make do with security solutions that do little to bolster their cyber posture. Yet as the economic driving force for countries around the world, the butterfly effect of a cyberattack on organizations in this sector can often be felt far and wide, testing the digital resilience of the wider global economy. It is imperative for our collective defense that organizations of all sizes have access to cybersecurity that improves their security posture within the reality of their budget.”— Kyle Falkenhagen, Chief Product Officer, Secureworks
SentinelOne® Partners with CISA to Enable Government-Wide Cyber Defense
Company leverages Singularity™ Platform to provide autonomous, real-time threat detection and response capabilities across federal IT assets
Key quote from the press release:
“SentinelOne is committed to advancing national cybersecurity efforts in the protection of federal, public sector, and critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threat actors, and we are pleased to be deepening our long-standing partnership and collaboration with CISA in support of the PAC initiative to strengthen government-wide cybersecurity posture through innovations in cyber visibility and defense.”— Ric Smith, Chief Product and Technology Officer, SentinelOne
Qlik Releases Qlik Talend Cloud, Providing Reliable AI Foundations for the Modern Enterprise
Qlik Talend® Cloud combines advanced AI with trusted data foundations, ensuring seamless and secure AI adoption at scale
Key quote from the press release:
“Qlik Talend Cloud is built for enterprises that want to leverage AI at scale, By integrating the latest AI advancements with our trusted data solutions, we help businesses to transform raw data into strategic assets. This new solution accelerates this value by reducing the risks associated with enterprise AI adoption.”— Drew Clarke, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Qlik‘s Data Business Unit
Boom Fires-Up Further Growth With New-Look Website As Part Of Global Development Strategy
Fast-growing video conferencing manufacturer, Boom Collaboration, is enjoying a year of record sales success – as it plots a multi-million-dollar pathway to become a bigger industry force.
Key quote from the press release:
“We’ve built the business by listening to our customers and identifying what they need and what they were lacking. Being attentive and creating quick solutions. This is one of the cornerstones of who we are what we will continue to be.”— Holli Hulett, Founder, Boom
Dynabook Unveils New AI-Infused 14-and 16-inch Tecra® A-Series Business Laptops with Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors and Microsoft Copilot
With slim and lightweight chassis designs, Tecra Laptops are heavy on productivity-maximizing features like Intel Arc Graphics, 16:10 WQXGA displays, full-size keyboards, and tons of ports.
Key quote from the press release:
“These new Tecra laptops exemplify Dynabook’s commitment to delivering premium, cutting-edge solutions that empower professionals and educators. With the integration of Intel’s latest Core Ultra processors and Copilot AI capabilities, these laptops set new standards for efficiency, security, and user experience in the business and education sectors.” — James Robbins, General Manager, Dynabook Americas Inc.
Chinese HotPage browser injector is capable of replacing web content and opens the system to other vulnerabilities, ESET Research discovers
Posing as an ad-blocker, this signed, vulnerable driver floods users with ads and allows other threats to exploit Windows at the highest privilege level.
Key quote from the press release:
“It purports to improve the web browsing experience by blocking ads and malicious websites, but the reality is quite different — it leverages its browser traffic interception and filtering capabilities to display game-related ads. It also sends some information about the computer to the company’s server, most likely to gather installation statistics” — Romain Dumont, Researcher, ESET
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Article Updated: July 19, 2024
