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Matt Caffrey provides detailed insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, with a particular focus on data backup, email security, and countering advanced cyber threats. His writings explore practical strategies for implementing robust security measures such as Zero Trust Network Access and immutable backups, emphasizing their importance in mitigating risks posed by increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.

Through his stories, readers can learn about the challenges organizations face, including the rising threats of AI-powered cybercrime, credential stuffing scams, and security sprawl. Caffrey also discusses the value of advanced security tools and automated incident response in addressing the cyber-skills gap and enhancing defenses against threats like phishing, ransomware, and AI-empowered attacks. Engaging with his work offers a comprehensive understanding of contemporary cybersecurity challenges and actionable approaches to safeguarding digital assets.

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Why email security needs automated incident response

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.
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The top cybersecurity predictions for businesses in 2025

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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As cyber threats evolve, businesses must brace for a surge in sophisticated attacks in 2025, leveraging AI and advanced tactics to bypass traditional security.
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Email threats never stop evolving – these are the latest trends to know about

Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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Email threats are evolving, with phishing attacks becoming faster and more sophisticated. Latest data shows conversation hijacking up 70% since 2022.
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Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences

Fri, 17th May 2024
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Security sprawl from using too many vendors can weaken defences and create management challenges, even for small businesses. Here's how to streamline.
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Exclusive: Barracuda's insights for World Backup Day

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Ahead of World Backup Day, Barracuda's Matt Caffrey discusses the vital role of data backup, ever-growing cybersecurity threats and significance of immutable backups in an exclusive.
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How to make your Zero Trust Network Access rollout a success

Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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Despite 83% of cybersec decision-makers in Australia and New Zealand seeing Zero Trust Network Access as future security, 17% have yet to start a programme, Forrester Consulting study reveals.