News in the Channel - Issue #5

ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE

a broader security solution that includes firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and data encryption. With more businesses relying on cloud-based systems to store and access data, cloud-based anti- virus solutions will also become an essential component of any cybersecurity strategy. “In conclusion, the next 12 months are likely to see continued innovation in anti-virus software as businesses seek to stay ahead of cyber threats and protect their operations, systems, and data. By keeping up-to-date with the latest trends and investing in the right solutions, businesses can ensure that their cybersecurity strategies remain effective and keep pace with the evolving threat landscape. Incoming threats As for the security breaches that may come in, frustratingly, the trends we see in protection are mirrored in the viruses that businesses may succumb to. AI and Machine Learning headlined Bentley’s predictions for the next 12 months, but he added that he expects the same tactics of fileless malware and ransomware to continue. “The threat of malware and viruses continues to be a significant concern for businesses of all sizes, making it essential to stay up-to-date with the latest trends in this area. In the next 12 months, there are several key trends that I expect to emerge or grow in the world of malware and viruses. “Ransomware attacks involve the encryption of a company’s data, with the attacker demanding payment to restore access. The use of ransomware attacks is expected to increase in the coming year, making it essential for businesses to have robust protection in place. “Supply chain attacks involve the exploitation of a vulnerability in a third-party supplier’s systems, with the attacker using this vulnerability to gain access to a company’s systems. The use of supply chain attacks is expected to increase in the coming year, making it essential for businesses to have a comprehensive security strategy in place. “The next 12 months are expected to see continued innovation and evolution in the world of malware and viruses. By staying up- to-date with the latest trends and investing in the right solutions, businesses can ensure that their cybersecurity strategies remain effective and keep pace with the evolving threat landscape.”

Sohin Raithatha CEO Redsquid

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“You can have all the security in the world, and that will stop most of the attacks, but you still need your users to be aware of those last attacks that do get through. Cyber criminals are increasingly finding new ways in, and with that in mind, the technology continuously has to change as well. The key is that no solution is enough on its own any longer, so any organisation must take a more holistic approach to their security that involves every single endpoint and user included.” State of play When it comes to the solutions themselves, protecting businesses is an evolving discipline as technology evolves. However, solutions need to be simple to understand, install, and use. As Laurence Bentley, head of cyber security at Core to Cloud, says, as technology continues to evolve and the threat of cyber- attacks becomes increasingly sophisticated, it’s essential for businesses to stay up-to-date with the latest trends in anti-virus software. “In the next 12 months, there are several key trends that I expect to emerge or grow in this area. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) will play an increasingly important role in anti-virus software to detect and neutralise threats in real-time, providing more effective protection against cyber- attacks. On top of this, the use of behavioural analysis will become more prevalent to detect and neutralise threats, providing an additional layer of protection against cyber-attacks. “Anti-virus software will become part of

The use of ransomware attacks is expected to increase in the coming year, making it essential “

for businesses to have robust protection in place.

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Laurence Bentley head of cyber security Core to Cloud

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