KnowBe4 stories - Page 4
Prominent spyware firm SpyX breached, exposing Apple users
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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surveillance
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breach prevention
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data privacy
A significant data breach at spyware firm SpyX has reportedly affected nearly two million individuals, including thousands of Apple users, raising serious concerns.
Global education sector unprepared for rising cyberattacks
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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saas
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storage
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edutech
A report from KnowBe4 reveals educational institutions are ill-equipped to handle escalating cyber threats, becoming prime targets amid rising digital reliance.
KnowBe4's global report finds rising cyber threats aimed at retail sector
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
The company's latest report reveals a drastic shift in cybercrime, with phishing attacks now accounting for 38% of retail data breaches in 2023.
KnowBe4 named Cybersecurity Company of the Year 2025
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
KnowBe4 has been named Cybersecurity Company of the Year at the 2025 teissAwards, highlighting its dedication to tackling human risk in cybersecurity.
Experts discuss Netflix miniseries Zero Day cyber themes
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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digital entertainment
Netflix's new miniseries Zero Day, starring Robert De Niro as a former president, ignites debate among experts over its portrayal of cyber warfare.
KnowBe4 report highlights impact of workplace training
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A new report from KnowBe4 reveals that 95% of employees have engaged with cybersecurity content, underscoring the need for robust workplace training.
KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ransomware
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report by Hobson & Company reveals that organisations using KnowBe4's HRM platform can achieve a ROI of 200% to 400% within just 3.5 months.
KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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knowbe4
KnowBe4 has made CRN's prestigious Security 100 list, recognising its AI-driven approach in enhancing cybersecurity through effective human risk management.
KnowBe4 appoints Wehmeyer as VP of customer success
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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leadership
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knowbe4
KnowBe4 has announced the appointment of Werner Wehmeyer as Executive Vice President of Customer Success, aiming to enhance their global customer strategies.
KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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mfa
On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.
Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics
Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
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phishing
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email security
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payment technologies
Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.
Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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social media
As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.
KnowBe4 makes donation to protect endangered species
Mon, 14th Aug 2023
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phishing
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email security
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clean technologies
KnowBe4, the security awareness training and simulated phishing platform will celebrate its 13th anniversary by donating to protect endangered species.
Phishing emails in Q421 focused on everyday tasks - research
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Phishing emails in the last quarter of 2021 were primarily focused on users' everyday tasks, new research has found.
Attacks in phishing emails with business, IT and HR focus becoming increasingly dangerous
Thu, 4th Nov 2021
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Phishing attacks targeting businesses, IT, and HR are increasingly dangerous, warns new research by security firm KnowBe4.