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State-sponsored hackers embrace ClickFix social engineering tactic

ClickFix attacks are being increasingly adopted by threat actors of all levels, with researchers now seeing multiple advanced persistent threat (APT) groups from North Korea, Iran, and Russia utilizing the tactic to breach networks.

RSAC 2025 Preview: What's The Buzz To Know Before the Show?

Expert perspectives on the key trends to look for at RSAC 2025 from Expert Insights. Learn about AI, identity and more.

Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks

Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.

Measuring success in dataops, data governance, and data security | InfoWorld

What metrics do business and tech leaders trust for measuring ROI on dataops, data governance, and data security? We asked the experts.

Proofpoint Appoints Mark Templeton to its Board of Directors | Proofpoint US

Former Citrix CEO brings strategic expertise to support accelerated stage of growth for human-centric security leader

Proofpoint Unveils Industry’s First and Only Unified Solution to Reduce Costs and Cyber Risk Across the Expanding Workspace | Proofpoint US

Proofpoint Prime Threat Protection cuts complexity, extends protection across the full attack chain for all digital channels, lowers overhead spend, and brings agentic AI readiness SUNNYVALE,

Proofpoint Debuts Unified Data Security Protection Across Data Exfiltration, Exposure and Insider Threats | Proofpoint US

Agent-powered solution bridges the gap between data discovery, classification and real-time enforcement—eliminating manual bottlenecks and unlocking scalable data security SUNNYVALE, Calif. –

Video: Proofpoint Simplifies Security Solutions Sales For Partners Through Ingram Micro Xvantage Platform | Channel Insider

Learn how partners can now quote and sell Proofpoint solutions through Ingram Micro Xvantage while simplifying provisioning and strengthening cybersecurity against human-targeted threats. Learn how partners can now quote and sell Proofpoint solutions through Ingram Micro Xvantage while simplifying provisioning and strengthening cybersecurity against human-targeted threats.

Key Cybersecurity Challenges In 2025—Trends And Observations

In 2025, cybersecurity is gaining significant momentum. However, there are still many challenges to address.

The Human Factor: Redefining Cybersecurity In The Age Of AI

A majority of breaches involve human error. Learn why securing the human layer—email, collaboration tools, and data—is now the frontline in modern cybersecurity.

MSFT 'Strengthens' Cybersecurity Partnership with Proofpoint | Schwab Network

<p>Darren Lee, EVP and GM of the Threat Protection Group at Proofpoint joins Diane King Hall at the NYSE to discuss the company's global strategic alliance with Microsoft (MSFT). Darren points to his company's cybersecurity offerings, trends in cyberthreats and how A.I. is utilized in detecting cyberattacks.</p>

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Unpaid toll bill, E-ZPass text scams fueled by Telegram salesmen

An onslaught of unsolicited texts to Americans’ phones in recent months claiming they owe unpaid tolls and E-ZPass bills is more than an annoyance.

Proofpoint enhances cybersecurity by expanding partnership with Microsoft Azure - SDxCentral

Proofpoint expands partnership with Microsoft to strengthen human-centric security using Azure's AI capabilities, targeting evolving threats.

Proofpoint Establishes Global Strategic Alliance with Microsoft to Build on Azure and Strengthen Human-Centric Cybersecurity for Organizations | Proofpoint US

Companies deepen technology collaboration by making Azure the platform for Proofpoint innovation, providing joint customers with more powerful, seamless human-centric security  SUNNYVALE,

Proofpoint ranked #1 in Four out of Five Use Cases in the 2025 Gartner® Critical Capabilities™ Report for Email Security Platforms | Proofpoint US

Ranking in addition to Proofpoint’s recent recognition as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security Platforms SUNNYVALE, Calif., Feb. 19, 2025 – Proofpoint Inc., a

Cybercriminals Use Go Resty and Node Fetch in 13 Million Password Spraying Attempts

78% of Microsoft 365 tenants faced ATO attempts by late 2024, with attackers using HTTP clients like Axios and Node Fetch.

2025 Channel Chiefs

Here are the executives who develop channel strategies that make partners successful.

Phishing tax scams increase as tax deadlines approach | Security Magazine

Researchers have observed an increase in malicious domains and campaigns impersonating tax agencies and financial institutions.

Proofpoint and Ingram Micro Team to Radically Simplify and Accelerate Sales Cycles for Partners | Proofpoint US

Channel partners benefit from an unparalleled agile procurement process to strengthen their business opportunities and close deals faster  SUNNYVALE, Calif., January 23, 2025 – Proofpoint

Malware metamorphosis: 2024 reflections and 2025 predictions.

Welcome in! You’ve entered, Only Malware in the Building. Join us each month to sip tea and solve mysteries about today’s most interesting threats. Your host is Selena Larson, Proofpoint intelligence analyst and host of their podcast DISCARDED. Inspired by the residents of a building in New York’s exclusive upper west side, Selena is joined by N2K Networks Dave Bittner and Rick Howard to uncover the stories behind notable cyberattacks. Being a security researcher is a bit like being a detective: you gather clues, analyze the evidence, and consult the experts to solve the cyber puzzle. On this episode, we talk about the year's most impactful cyber trends and incidents—from the Snowflake hack and Operation Endgame to the rise of multi-channel scams and explosive growth in web inject attacks. Ransomware continued to wreak havoc, especially in healthcare, while callback phishing and MFA-focused credential attacks kept defenders on high alert. Join us as we reflect on these challenges and look ahead to what’s next in 2025.

Beyond the Hype: How to Set Up Your AI Project for Real Success  - Techstrong.ai

With the right data foundation, AI projects can drive meaningful productivity gains and insights — without the risk of costly missteps.

Cybersecurity leaders scramble to update training to cover new generative AI threats | Fortune

Cybersecurity training is starting to cover deepfakes and improved phishing campaigns, but emerging risks, such as prompt injection, remain unaddressed.

What Boards Need To Know On Digital And Cybersecurity Governance In 2025

The boardroom laggards are leaving their companies and investors behind in the path to the digital future.

Digital transformation 2025: What’s in, what’s out | CIO

This year CIOs will want to increase focus on developing AI-ready employees, improving data governance, and enhancing training efforts rather than take a moonshot approach to delivering AI-infused transformation.

Proofpoint Named a Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance and Archiving Solutions | Proofpoint US

Proofpoint evaluation as a Leader based on Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute

Sumit Dhawan: Proofpoint's Road Map for Unified Data Security

Proofpoint is advancing its platform to unify data security capabilities. CEO Sumit Dhawan details its October acquisition of Normalyze in addressing multi-cloud,

6 Security Vendors Named ‘Leaders’ In Gartner’s Inaugural Email Security Magic Quadrant

The first-ever Gartner Magic Quadrant ranking for Email Security Platforms included six companies in the “Leaders” category and 14 companies in total.

Proofpoint Named a Leader in 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security Platforms | Proofpoint US

Proofpoint evaluated as a Leader based on Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute

The New Boardroom Mandate: Data Security As A Strategic Priority

It will come as no surprise to anyone reading: data security isn’t just an IT issue anymore—it’s become one of the most critical priorities in boardrooms worldwide.

How Proofpoint Is Redefining Cyber Threat Defense

Proofpoint CEO Sumit Dhawan shares his vision for a safer digital future with a shift to intent-based AI and human-centric security.

How women innovators are shaping the cybersecurity landscape | SC Media

Perseverance is the common thread that ties the achievements of SC Media's Women in IT Security Honorees together.

Rising ClickFix malware distribution trick puts PowerShell IT policies on notice | CSO Online

IT teams should revisit PowerShell restrictions as an increasingly used click-and-fix technique has users self-serving fake system issues by invoking malicious PowerShell scripts themselves, reducing suspicion.

Analyzing user behavior and content across all channels can help defend data | Healthcare IT News

Behavioral AI and a fully integrated toolset are critical elements for information protection.

American Retailers Leave Consumers Exposed to Email Fraud Amid Holiday Shopping Season | Proofpoint US

Proofpoint research reveals 40% of the leading retailers are not actively blocking bogus emails that spoof their brand

Why that Google Meet error might be a sneaky hacker trick | Proofpoint US

Digital Danger: How Cyberattacks Put Patients at Risk

As cyberattacks on healthcare systems grow more sophisticated, your patients face greater risks.

Normalyze to be purchased by Proofpoint | SC Media

Such an acquisition would facilitate the integration of Normalyze's DSPM technology into Proofpoint's cybersecurity platform, which would bolster sensitive data discovery and classification, risk evaluations and prioritization, and security and compliance issue remediation efforts.

Products Of The Year 2024: The Finalists

CRN presents the finalists for the 2024 Products of the Year.

Proofpoint Expands Data Security With Normalyze Acquisition

Proofpoint will acquire DSPM startup Normalyze to strengthen its data security offerings across cloud, SaaS, and hybrid environments. The company aims to give