MSP Technology News Headlines
DNSFilter’s acquisition of Zorus leads the headlines for this week, but there’s also a lot of interesting technology news from all over the industry. From cybersecurity to career growth to partner program enhancements, you’ll want to stay in the know. Ready for a quick rundown of this week’s MSP news and partner program updates? Scroll on down!
DNSFilter Acquires Zorus, Expands Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition
Delivering Improved End User Protection, Increased Resiliency, and a Deeper Commitment to MSP Partners
Key quote from the press release:
“This move brings together the best of both worlds: DNSFilter’s unmatched AI-driven threat intelligence and Zorus’ deep understanding of the MSP space. DNSFilter was born in the MSP world, and this acquisition reaffirms that commitment. Brett and his team bring serious talent and focus—they live and breathe MSP. They’re not just joining us; they’re helping lead the charge. Together, we’re building something that raises the bar for what MSPs should expect—and this is just the beginning.” —Ken Carnesi, CEO, DNSFilter
c/side Launches Channel Partner Program as Zero-Day Web Dependency Attacks—and Compliance Pressure—Accelerate
As ransomware attacks surge in 2025, Alvaka and Ingram Micro help educate and enable channel partners with better cyber practices and remediation solutions.
Key quote from the press release:
“Our channel partners are on the front lines helping clients across industries secure their websites and their customer data against increasingly sophisticated threats. Our new program provides our partners with the tools, resources, and flexible business models they need to protect their clients from the quickly-evolving risks posed by compromised web scripts and other dependencies. With our unified dashboard approach, partners can manage all their client projects efficiently while offering a revenue-generating solution that makes their clients’ websites not just a lot more secure, but also run up to 30% faster.” — Mike Kutlu, GTM Operations, c/side
Increase in Network Malware as Cybercriminals Exploit Advanced, Encrypted Connections
Other key findings show an increase in crypto miner detections, a spike in zero-day malware, a drop in endpoint malware, a rise in Linux-based threats, and more.
Key findings from the report include:
- A 94% (quarter-over-quarter) increase in network-based malware detections, reflecting a steady rise in threats.
- An increase in all malware detections, including a 6% increase in Gateway AntiVirus (GAV) detections and a 74% increase in Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Blocker detections
- The most significant rises came from proactive machine learning detection offered by IntelligentAV (IAV) at 315%, indicating the growing role in more proactive anti-malware services catching sophisticated, evasive malware, like zero-day malware, when it comes from encrypted channels.
SuperOps and ISL Online Partner to Deliver Seamless Remote Support for MSPs
Empowering Managed Service Providers with integrated IT operations and reliable remote access.
Key quote from the press release:
“We’re enthusiastic to join forces with SuperOps to bring MSPs a secure, streamlined solution for managing and supporting remote devices. By integrating our remote desktop software with the SuperOps platform, users can effortlessly perform administrative tasks, access unattended devices, offer remote support to their end users, transfer files, support multiple monitors, record sessions, and more—all without leaving their SuperOps dashboard.” — Jure Pompe, co-founder and CEO, ISL Online
CyberFOX and Syncro Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen MSP Security and Efficiency
This partnership streamlines security operations and enhances efficiency for MSPs by integrating CyberFOX’s advanced privileged access management (PAM) solution, CyberFOX AutoElevate, directly into Syncro’s Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM) and Professional Services Automation (PSA) platform
Key benefits from the press release:
- Enhanced Automation – CyberFOX AutoElevate enables Just-In-Time (JIT) Admin Login, reducing the risk of shared admin account credentials and saving technicians’ time.
- Maximized MSP Efficiency – Automates security processes and simplifies access control, enabling MSPs to operate more effectively and scale their services with ease.
- Stronger Cybersecurity Posture – Minimizes the risk of breaches by enforcing least privilege access and eliminating credential sprawl.
SUSE Deepens Commitment to Google Cloud with Expanded Portfolio
Availability on Google Cloud Marketplace provides users with streamlined procurement, enhanced flexibility and extended support
Key quote from the press release:
“SUSE’s collaboration with Google Cloud allows us to deliver a broader range of open source solutions, directly meeting key customer needs. By expanding our Google Cloud Marketplace portfolio with offerings like SUSE Multi-Linux Support and introducing innovations like secure SUSE AI, we’re reinforcing our commitment to customer choice, security, and continuous innovation.” — Elodie Mallea, global alliance director Google Cloud, SUSE
New Secureframe Report Highlights Billions in Fines Due to Compliance Failures
Research Identifies Gaps in Safeguards, Data Governance, and Consumer Controls as Major Drivers of Multi-Billion Dollar Penalties
Key findings from the report include:
- HIPAA Penalties Linked to Data Protection Failures: Analysis of $144.9 million in HIPAA fines reveals that inadequate safeguards for electronic protected health information (ePHI) were the primary cause. Multiple breaches exposing sensitive patient data, such as Montefiore Medical Center’s $4.75 million settlement, resulted in the largest penalties.
- Technical and Organizational Gaps Fuel GDPR Violations: European regulators imposed €4.48 billion in fines across 2,086 cases, mainly targeting insufficient legal grounds for data processing and inadequate security measures. Companies lacking comprehensive data governance frameworks were hit hardest.
- CCPA Enforcement Targets Consumer Rights Violations: California’s increasing focus on privacy led to substantial fines for companies that failed to provide required consumer opt-out mechanisms or mishandled data access requests. This signals a trend toward stricter enforcement in the future.
Wix Launches Astro, an AI-powered Assistant for Site and Business Management
Astro transforms the Wix dashboard experience, simplifying site and business management and helping to improve efficiency
Key quote from the press release:
“Astro seamlessly integrates powerful capabilities into a single interface, making it easier than ever for users to manage their businesses efficiently. With this being the largest collection of skills we’ve ever incorporated into a single assistant at Wix, boasting hundreds of different skills and capabilities, with more added every day, Astro acts as a trusted guide, Astro provides real-time insights and personalized recommendations to help users optimize their sites.” —Guy Sopher, head of the AI platform group, Wix
Analyze Cyber Intrusions in Hours: New Investigation Service Cuts Risk for SMBs and MSSP Clients
Triage Analysis Formerly Costing Tens of Thousands and Take Days Now Delivered in Hours for $2000
Key quote from the press release:
“This service has allowed my team to make better decisions after an alert and complete full investigations. We run the collection program for the client and can provide an in-depth analysis of the event and recommended actions.” — Ryan Benson, VP of security, CompassMSP
dope.security Launches Global Partner Program, Introducing Secure Web Gateway (SWG) Innovation to the Channel
Availability on Google Cloud Marketplace provides users with streamlined procurement, enhanced flexibility and extended support
Key quote from the press release:
“Dope’s mission is to transform the SWG market. To do that, we need strong foundations. That means partners who share our passion for security delivered via beautiful UX, efficient Fly-Direct architecture, and short, easy deployment cycles. Together with our launch partners, we are bringing innovation to the channel and the SWG space, disrupting an industry that needs a new approach.” — Kunal Agarwal, CEO and founder, dope.security
New TalentLMS Research Reveals “Quiet Cracking” as a Hidden Crisis in the U.S. Workplace
More than half of employees surveyed say they experience some level of Quiet Cracking — a persistent feeling of workplace unhappiness that leads to disengagement, poor performance, and an increased desire to quit.
Key quote from the press release:
“Quiet Cracking may not be obvious at first, but over time it can wear down team energy, connection, and trust. But the solution isn’t complicated. When people feel stuck, unheard, or unsure about their future, that’s when disengagement creeps in. Giving employees space to grow — through learning, skilling, and real conversations — is one of the most powerful ways to turn things around. It not only shows people they matter, but helps them rediscover a sense of purpose and forward momentum, something we all seek at work and in life.” —Nikhil Arora, CEO of Epignosis, the parent company of TalentLMS
Nerdio Manager for Enterprise 7.0 Launches to Enhance Windows 365 and Cloud Desktop Management
The latest version builds on Nerdio’s leadership in helping customers manage Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop with expanded support for Windows 365 and physical endpoints.
Key quote from the press release:
“The shift to cloud-first computing has introduced new challenges for IT leaders, from cost predictability to security and endpoint management. With Nerdio Manager for Enterprise 7.0, we are introducing its most advanced automation and cost optimization capabilities yet, enhancing the management, efficiency, and scalability of Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop more.” —Vadim Vladimirskiy, CEO, Nerdio
Fortinet Expands FortiAI Across its Security Fabric Platform
New AI capabilities empower organizations to protect against emerging threats, accelerate security and network operations with agentic AI
Key quote from the press release:
“Fortinet’s AI advantage stems from the breadth and depth of our AI ecosystem—shaped by over a decade of AI innovation and reinforced by more patents than any other cybersecurity vendor. By embedding FortiAI across the Fortinet Security Fabric platform, including new agentic AI capabilities, we’re empowering our customers to reduce the workload on their security and network analysts while improving the efficiency, speed, and accuracy of their security and networking operations. In parallel, we’ve added coverage across the Fabric ecosystem to enable customers to monitor and control the use of GenAI-enabled services within their organization.” —Michael Xie, founder, president, and chief technology officer, Fortinet
N-able Advances IT Operations and Security Operations with Built-in Vulnerability Management
N-able UEM solutions now deliver a single, unified view to identify, prioritize, and report on vulnerabilities across all major operating systems
Key benefits of the new feature from the press release:
- Complete visibility for OS and application vulnerabilities: giving technicians and security specialists important details like severity scoring and CVE details, allowing for rapid prioritization across endpoints on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
- Unification of Vulnerability Management and UEM workflows: allows for a single workflow to identify, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities within the UEM.
- Improved efficiency: IT teams will save time by leveraging automated remediation workflows like patch management and software management.
Other World Computing (OWC) Launches OWC SoftRAID 8.5 for macOS and Windows – for Greater Reliability, Functionality, and Performance
New OWC SoftRAID 8.5 Driver Included with Apple’s macOS 15.4 Update
Key quote from the press release:
“OWC SoftRAID 8.5 represents our ongoing commitment to delivering cutting-edge RAID solutions that work just as hard as our users do. Whether you’re a content creator, IT professional, or someone simply looking for dependable data protection, this update brings even more performance, reliability, and flexibility to both Mac and Windows platforms.” —Larry O’Connor, founder and CEO, Other World Computing (OWC)
Bugcrowd Launches New MSP Offering to Address Pentesting Backlog
New Offering Introduces a Scalable Solution for Fast-Tracked, Crowd-Powered Compliance Requirements
Key quote from the press release:
“Bugcrowd’s new MSP offering is a game-changer for our partners and an important step for our program. By leveraging our crowdsourced streamlined-scope pentesting capabilities, MSPs can offer their clients fast, reliable, and cost-effective compliance testing. This enables those clients to stay ahead of regulatory requirements and security threats, while their systems are secure and compliant. This offering can augment the capabilities of those partners who already provide pentesting, enabling them to reserve their in-house pentesters for projects they are best suited for while Bugcrowd handles more routine projects.” —Jacques Lopez, VP, global channel & alliances, Bugcrowd
Forcepoint Completes Acquisition of Getvisibility, Uniting AI-Driven Innovation with Data Security Everywhere
New Offering Introduces a Scalable Solution for Fast-Tracked, Crowd-Powered Compliance Requirements
Key quote from the press release:
“Data moves fast—so does risk. By bringing Getvisibility fully into the Forcepoint family, we’re making it possible to see risk as it happens and stop it before it spreads. We built modern DLP—and now, together with Getvisibility, we’re building out AI Mesh and risk insights to understand, adapt and secure data before it’s lost or misused—while helping our customers embrace innovation with confidence.” —Ryan Windham, CEO, Forcepoint
Stellar Cyber Unveils Global MSSP Infinity Partner Program to Supercharge Growth and Transform Managed Security
Certified Stellar Cyber Managed Security Service Providers can maximize revenue, boost profitability, and reduce costs
Key benefits of the new partner program from the partner site:
- Accelerated onboarding and extensive online training in Stellar Cyber Open XDR’s AI-driven security operations
- A customized migration plan to the Open XDR platform to ensure a smooth deployment
- Access to a dedicated Stellar Cyber Partner Portal full of valuable resources, including more information on the program’s deal registration process
- Stellar Cyber marketing materials and content to empower MSSP sales teams to drive business development
- An exclusive Not-for-Resale (NFR) License empowering MSSPs to plan, test, and train with their new dedicated technical demo environment
