JOHN LYNCH
Social Media Manager
John Lynch is a Social Media Manager at SonicWall. He lives in Dublin, Ireland, and has over 10 years worth of web content writing experience. Do ask him how his writing is coming along.
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The Worst Cyberattacks and Data Breaches of 2019
Put your email address in the have i been pwned? website and see what results you get. How secure do you feel? By 2020, it’s safe to assume that most people with an online presence have […]
Cyber Security News & Trends
This week, SonicWall warnings about school districts under cyberattack prove prophetic as a new bill to protect K-12 districts is introduced, and do you know that the first ransomware attack was 30 years ago? SonicWall […]
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This week, SonicWall Capture Threat Labs releases data on cyberattacks over the Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday period, and the cybercriminals involved in the attacks put the stolen data up for sale. SonicWall Spotlight […]
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This week, SonicWall strengthens MSSP security offerings, cyberthreats to the upcoming census, and the end of decade lists begin. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Strengthens MSSP Security Offerings, Simplifies Account Management, Product Registration, Licensing Control. – SonicWall […]
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This week, SonicWall is looking for Beta Testers for the SonicWall Community, Ransomware-as-a-Service is put under the spotlight, and Disney+ accounts are hacked only hours after going live. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Leads Series a Round […]
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This week, SonicWall meets a Russian ransomware cell, the first 2020 cyber-predictions are coming in, and cybersecurity has a color. SonicWall Spotlight Mindhunter: Meeting a Russian Ransomware Cell – SonicWall Webinar On November 19, SonicWall […]
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This week, ransomware in Spain, a doomsday cybersecurity exercise, and why rebooting your computer won’t rid it of malware. SonicWall Spotlight Spanish Ryuk Ransomware Attack Hints at New WannaCry – IT Pro (UK) With several […]
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This week, the financial cost in a worst-case scenario cyberattack, a nuclear power plant is targeted, and SonicWall figures are used to look at the Internet of Things. SonicWall Spotlight Intelligent Living: The Smart Home […]
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This week, SonicWall releases new threat intelligence data, one cybergang poses as a tougher cybergang, and jackpotting ATMs are spreading in the wild. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall: Encrypted Attacks, IoT Malware Surge as Global Malware Volume […]
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This week, SonicWall wins at the Computing Security Awards, and the cyberattack that almost took down the 2018 Olympics. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Wins at the Computing Security Awards SonicWall is delighted to win Anti Malware […]
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This week, SonicWall partners with Etisalat Digital and appears at GITEX Technology Week 2019. Meanwhile, several governmental level warnings about cyberthreats are issued, and the Magecart group chalks up another successful month. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall, […]
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This week, it’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT. SonicWall Spotlight National Cybersecurity Awareness Month Focuses on Protecting Digital Identities, Being Accountable for Online Safety – SonicWall Blog It’s the 16th […]
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This week, catch the SonicWall roadshow across Europe, ransomware is targeting K-12 systems, and Magecart hasn’t gone away. SonicWall Spotlight Bill Conner: Ransomware Actively Targeting K-12 Districts, Municipalities – SonicWall Blog SonicWall CEO Bill Conner […]
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This week, Ecuador suffers a country-sized data breach, smart cities are put under the cybersecurity microscope, and SonicWall take a look at emerging technologies. SonicWall Spotlight #074 – Bill Conner: You Cannot Have Privacy Without […]
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This week, spyware is found in the Android store, maritime cybersecurity protections are considered, and your gas pump could be the next target for a hacker. SonicWall Spotlight The CyberWire Daily Podcast – The CyberWire […]
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This week, vote for SonicWall in the 2019 Computing Security Awards, a deep dive into 5G cybersecurity, and ransomware is under the spotlight before the 2020 elections. SonicWall Spotlight 2019 Computing Security Awards – Vote […]
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This week, Security in the Cloud with SonicWall, finding a way of measuring cybersecurity, and a long-term spyware attack on Apple’s operating system. SonicWall Spotlight How to Make Your Smart Home More Secure – Engadget […]
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This week, smart cities are exposed, side-channel attacks are explained, and Texas reels from coordinated ransomware attacks. SonicWall Spotlight Side-Channel Attacks: Cyber Warfare’s New Battleground – Security Boulevard SonicWall CEO Bill Conner pens a piece […]
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This week, vote for SonicWall in the computer security awards, an update on the Capital One data breach suspect, and GDPR is an identity thief’s dream. SonicWall Spotlight 2019 Computing Security Awards – Vote for […]
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This week, SonicWall CEO Bill Conner is recognized with a Top Executive accolade from CRN, it’s a tough week for major global retailers impacted by data breaches and cybersecurity concerns aboard the International Space Station. […]
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This week, SonicWall releases a mid-year update to the 2019 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report, hackers breach the FSB, and Johannesburg hit by ransomware. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall 2019 Mid-Year Threat Report Shows Worldwide Malware Decrease of […]
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This week, SonicWall CEO Bill Conner is included on a coolest CEO list and we have a special look at what people are saying about the growth of AI in the cybersecurity arena. SonicWall Spotlight […]
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This week, Baltimore ransomware woes continue, the story of how the WannaCry cyberattack was stopped, and Magecart groups change tactics. SonicWall Spotlight Sonicwall’s Roadshow Helps Customers and Channel Partners Address the Critical Issue of Network […]
AI, Threat Intelligence and The Cyber Arms Race: SonicWall CEO Bill Conner Joins Chertoff Group Security Series Event
SonicWall President and CEO Bill Conner was featured as part of an exclusive group of cybersecurity thought-leaders at The Chertoff Group Security Series Event, “AI, Threat Intelligence and The Cyber Arms Race,” on June 18. […]
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This week, SonicWall is featured on Reuters TV, federal cybersecurity is found to be seriously out of date, and a young hacker is taking down Internet of Things botnets by bricking as many IoT objects […]
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This week, it’s National Selfie Day, Facebook launches its cryptocurrency, and, as predicted by SonicWall, ransomware is all over the news. SonicWall Spotlight National Selfie Day June 21 is National Selfie Day and SonicWall staff […]
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This week, why businesses need layered cybersecurity, the “most dangerous hacking group” are eyeing up the US power grid, and inside the online leak of hours of sought-after Radiohead rehearsals. SonicWall Spotlight Technology Enablement Demands […]
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This week, Baltimore battles ransomware, IoT attacks are increasing, and the potential vulnerabilities in a driverless car are investigated. SonicWall Spotlight 5 Steps to Robust Network Security – Business World (India) IT security teams around […]
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This week, the Zombieland vulnerability leads to a patching frenzy, a global cybercrime gang is shutdown, and a GDPR update. SonicWall Spotlight Intel MDS ‘Zombieload’ Vulnerability Software Patch List for MSSPs – MSSPAlert “Zombieload” is […]
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This week, SonicWall CEO Bill Conner is interviewed by SC Magazine, a Zero-Day vulnerability travelled around the world without ever being disclosed publicly, and Facebook are working to prevent election meddling in Europe. SonicWall Spotlight […]
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This week, SonicWall CEO Bill Conner is interviewed by on Federal Tech Talk, the potential of a 5G future is considered, and more details emerge about the Citrix data breach. SonicWall Spotlight Federal Tech Talk’ […]
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This week, SonicWall’s recent PDF and Office cyberattack findings back up investigative reporting, a “secure” WhatsApp replacement is anything but, and vulnerabilities in the Internet of Things continue to create headlines. SonicWall Spotlight The Growing […]
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This week, SonicWall CEO Bill Conner appears on the Chertoff Group podcast, our threat researchers release details on the dramatic rise in PDF-related cyberattacks, and there’s an ongoing legal fight over whether a cyberattack can […]
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This week, SonicWall named one of the 10 coolest IoT security vendors, Health Care has a huge cybersecurity problem, and LockerGoga is spreading fast. SonicWall Spotlight 2019 Internet of Things 50: 10 Coolest IoT Security […]
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This week, SonicWall releases the 2019 Cyber Threat Report and hosts a live Twitter Chat! SonicWall Spotlight Annual SonicWall Cyber Threat Report Details Rise in Worldwide, Targeted Attacks – SonicWall Press Release SonicWall releases the […]
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This week, SonicWall’s Cyber Threat Report is just around the corner, Facebook stored passwords in a searchable format and a hacker sets off tornado sirens in Texas. SonicWall Spotlight Unmasking the Threats: A Preview of […]
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This week, vote for SonicWall in 2019 CRN Channel Madness, Facebook suffers an outage worldwide, and one U.S. County pays a $400,000 ransom. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall’s HoJin Kim has been nominated in the 2019 CRN […]
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This week, SonicWall protects against the newest Intel chip vulnerability, millions more records are found unprotected online and Google Chrome has a serious security flaw. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Extends SMB Cybersecurity Ambitions – Security Boulevard […]
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This week, SonicWall announces a whole range of new products, there is an investigation into cloud computing that finds that hackers can leave malware waiting for customers, and a study finds that cybercriminals are spending […]
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This week, ATM hacking is so easy cybercriminals turn it into a game, the flaws in blockchain are investigated, and the British Labour Party lockdown their data. SonicWall Spotlight January 2019 Cyber Threat Data: New […]
January 2019 Cyber Threat Data: New Year, New Malware Attack Variants
With the headlines dominated by massive data leaks, you’d be forgiven for thinking that malware attacks have increased exponentially. But SonicWall’s latest figures for January 2019 are currently showing that malware numbers overall trended down […]
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This week, SonicWall highlights how the UK is taking malware seriously, there is an investigation into new vehicles that are vulnerable to cyberattacks, and an update on the average price paid for ransomware. SonicWall Spotlight […]
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This week, Collections #2-5 drop over 2 billion stolen logins, Bangladesh is suing a Philippines bank over cybertheft and SonicWall CEO Bill Conner discusses keeping up with the cybersecurity market. SonicWall Spotlight Could Cash-Rich Facebook […]
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This week, fears are growing that new 5G industrial robots are vulnerable to cyberattack, the numbers affected by a breach jump from 500 to over 500,000 and the government shutdown continues to worry cybersecurity experts. […]
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This week, one city is back to using pen and paper after a ransomware attack, cybercriminals utilize popular video game Fortnite in a money laundering scam and construction industry cranes are alarmingly vulnerable to being […]
December 2018 Cyber Threat Data: Ransomware Peaking Globally
We finished off 2018 with an in-depth focus on Cyber Monday and the threats over the holiday period. Now that we are into 2019 we are able to take the full month into consideration and […]
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Adware apps downloaded by millions, German politicians have their data leaked, and how is the government shutdown affecting cybersecurity? SonicWall has collected this week’s best cybersecurity stories, just for you. SonicWall Spotlight What Is Driving […]
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How long did it take before 2019’s first cyberattack took place? Find out this and more. SonicWall has collected this week’s best cybersecurity stories, just for you. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Celebrates Key EMEA Milestones – […]
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Quantum Cryptography, Malware spreading through the cloud, and Fortnite making teenagers a lot of money; SonicWall has collected and compiled this week’s best cybersecurity stories, just for you. SonicWall Spotlight CEO Outlook: Five Questions on […]
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A history of data breaches, SonicWall expands in Dubai and India, and the reappearance of Shamoon. It’s your cybersecurity news roundup for the week. SonicWall Spotlight NetSecOPEN Names Founding Members, Board of Directors – Dark […]
November Cyber Threat Data: Watch out for Encrypted Attacks
We’ve reviewed hard numbers from the SonicWall Capture Labs to provide you with our analysis of for November attack patterns, as well as advice on how to combat the trends we’re seeing in the cybersecurity […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Cyber Monday, Black Friday Targeted by Spike in Ransomware Attacks – […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Two Cybersecurity Policies, One Clear New Objective – The Hill SonicWall […]
October 2018 Cyber Threat Data: Web App Attacks, Ransomware Continue Upward Trend
Throughout 2018, we’ve been sharing monthly updates on the cyber threat data recorded and analyzed by SonicWall Capture Labs, highlighting cyberattack trends and tying it back to the overall cyber threat landscape. Now, cyber threat […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Secures Hybrid Clouds by Simplifying, Enhancing Deployment for Enterprises, SMBs […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight New NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act to Provide Guidance for Protecting […]
SonicWall’s Steve Pataky Nominated for Channelnomics Innovation Awards 2018, Security Channel Chief of the Year
Steve Pataky, Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at SonicWall, has been nominated for Security Channel Chief of the Year at the Channelnomics Innovation Awards (CIAs) 2018. The Channelnomics Innovation Awards (CIAs) are designed to […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Channelnomics Innovation Awards – Channelnomics SonicWall’s Steve Pataky is up for […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Privacy Problems for FANG Companies Might Beget M&A Action in Cybersecurity […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight 10 Security Advances That Could Change the Game – Channel Partners […]
September 2018 Cyber Threat Data: Ransomware Threats Double Monthly, Encrypted Threats Still Growing
We’re into October and based on this year’s reports so far, the threat landscape is continuing to evolve and change as the global cyber arms race grows. Phishing attacks continue to trend downwards, with September […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight “A leader has to be passionate about their work be able […]
Cyber Security News & Trends
Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Facebook Hack: People’s Accounts Appear for Sale on Dark Web – […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight SonicWall Firewalls Named A 2018 Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice – […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Business Live – BBC SonicWall CEO Bill Conner appears live discussing […]
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Each week, SonicWall collects the cyber security industry’s most compelling, trending and important interviews, media and news stories — just for you. SonicWall Spotlight Cybersecurity and the future of work: How much can we predict? […]