Security News
As cyber threats keep on increasing in volume and sophistication, more and more organizations acknowledge that outsourcing their security operations to a 3rd-party service provider is a practice that makes the most sense. Cynet 360 Autonomous Breach Protection platform offers a multitenant security solution for MSSP/MSP, providing automated, all-in-one products that include a robust SOAR layer, on top of attack prevention and detection.
Based on an independent survey of more than 1,800 MSPs worldwide, the report reflects how MSPs are evolving as their small and medium business clients fully transition to the cloud and prioritize cyber resilience. "The global pandemic forced businesses to rethink operations and explore new avenues for managed services. Over the last year and a half, MSPs were the unsung heroes for SMBs, enabling them to run their business while the MSPs themselves faced many of the same challenges of remote/hybrid work and economic uncertainty. This accelerated MSP and SMB digital transformation," said Rob Rae, SVP Business Development, Datto.
Acronis announced a new advanced protection pack for its service provider solution, Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud. The new Advanced File Sync and Share pack builds on the essential file-sharing capabilities included in Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, layering additional data security capabilities such as blockchain-based data notarization and electronic signatures so service providers can strengthen their workplace collaboration services.
Cofense launched Cofense Protect MSP, a phishing protection solution that's designed for managed services providers tasked with protecting small and medium businesses against phishing attacks. With 96% of all cyberattacks starting with phishing, and 1.5 million phishing websites created every month, MSPs need a solution that is easy to deploy, requires no ongoing maintenance, offers monthly billing, offers a single interface for training and protection technology, and is designed with multi-tenancy functionality - that's Cofense Protect MSP. Cofense Protect MSP pairs Computer Vision that simulates how humans see, with Cofense PhishMe's real-world simulation training.
Datto is a global provider of cloud-based software and security solutions purpose-built for delivery by MSPs. "Due to the highly sophisticated nature of today's threat landscape which is constantly changing, MSPs are being challenged to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals." Malwarebytes OneView is a managed service provider console, providing organizations with easy access to best-in-class endpoint security services that exceed the constantly evolving needs of today's cybersecurity customers.
Ransomware news has been steady this week with new tactics, decryptors, the return of ransomware gangs, and likely the largest single ransomware attack in history conducted Friday afternoon. Finally, a sample of the new REvil Linux encryptor used to encrypt ESXi virtual machines was found, TrickBot is using a new Diavol ransomware, CISA released a new ransomware self-assessment tool, and a decryptor for Lorenz was released.
A massive REvil ransomware attack affects multiple managed service providers and over a thousand of their customers through a reported Kaseya supply-chain attack. Starting this afternoon, the REvil ransomware gang, aka Sodinokibi, targeted MSPs with thousands of customers, through what appears to be a Kaseya VSA supply-chain attack.
A massive REvil ransomware attack affects multiple managed service providers and their clients through a reported Kaseya supply-chain attack. Starting this afternoon, the REvil ransomware gang targeted approximately six large MSPs, with thousands of customers, through what appears to be a Kaseya VSA supply-chain attack.
Modernizing and optimizing the way MSPs manage their clients' fast-growing SaaS ecosystems, technology pioneer Augmentt introduced its latest technology innovation: Augmentt Engage. Available now to trial or buy, Augmentt Engage makes it easy for MSPs to accelerate secure SaaS management by streamlining provisioning, simplifying daily user management and increasing productivity and security, at scale from a single screen.
Virtuozzo has announced the availability of its newest product, Virtuozzo Hybrid Cloud. According to Liam Eagle, Research Director, 451 Research, a part of S&P Global Market Intelligence, "As the breadth of organizations seeking cloud solutions continues to grow, a gap in the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the most advanced cloud platforms is a common limitation. This presents an opportunity for the alternative vendors to solidify the role of their services as delivering the core value proposition of cloud in a simpler, more digestible and often lower-cost configuration."