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blog.checkpoint.com > research > what-defenders-need-to-know-about-irans-cyber-capabilities

What Defenders Need to Know about Iran’s Cyber Capabilities

2+ hour, 2+ min ago  (84+ words) Figure 1: Latest claims by ALTOUFAN TEAM As the conflict unfolds, the threat actor already started to push claims and threatening messages targeting the Gulf and Middle East countries: Figure 2: Handala activity during the current escalation The main Iran-nexus actors follow…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > research > using-ai-for-covert-command-and-control-channels

AI Abuse as Covert C2: Emerging Cyber Threats in 2026

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (752+ words) AI has already lowered the barrier to entry for cyber crime. Attackers routinely use it to generate malware code, craft phishing messages, translate lures, write scripts, and summarize stolen data. These uses reduce cost and speed up operations, allowing even…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > innovation > securing-your-ai-transformation-how-check-point-is-helping-security-teams-keep-control-in-an-ai-first-world

Securing Your AI Transformation: How Check Point Is Helping Security Teams Keep Control in an AI-First World

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (735+ words) AI is moving faster than most security teams can keep up with. As AI reshapes how work gets done, and how attacks are carried out, Check Point believes organizations need to rewire security for the AI era: not by adding…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > partners > celebrating-the-2025-check-point-software-emea-partner-award-winners-recognizing-excellence-across-the-region

2025 Check Point EMEA Partner Award Winners Announced

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (345+ words) The 2025 Check Point EMEA Partner Award Winners are : A longstanding top performer, Telef'nica Tech has proven to be one of the most successful partners in safeguarding customers" cyber security and continues to demonstrate excellence through strong outcomes and early adoption…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > research > the-trends-defining-cyber-security-in-2026-cyber-security-report-2026

Cyber Security Trends for 2026

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (504+ words) Security programs are being asked to defend increasingly complex environments against'cyber attacks'that are faster, more automated, and harder to isolate.'The past year of attacks reveals a measurable shift in how adversaries'operate, coordinate, and scale across enterprise environments.' The Cyber…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > infinity-global-services > closing-the-cyber-security-skills-gap-check-point-partners-with-comptia > amp

Check Point & CompTIA Partner to Bridge Cyber Skills Gap

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (314+ words) Check Point & CompTIA Partner to Bridge Cyber Skills Gap'Check Point Blog The cyber security industry faces a critical challenge: a growing skills gap that leaves organizations exposed to increasingly sophisticated threats Businesses need qualified professionals who can secure systems and…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > company-and-culture > building-cyber-readiness-early-why-youth-education-is-a-security-imperative

Why Youth Cybersecurity Education Matters in 2026

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (625+ words) Cyber security is often framed as a problem for enterprises, governments, and seasoned professionals. But by the time organizations begin searching for talent, the damage has often already been done. Threat actors don't wait for workforce pipelines to catch up…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > research > latin-america-sees-sharpest-rise-in-cyber-attacks-in-december-2025-as-ransomware-activity-accelerates

Cyber Attacks Surge in Latin America | Dec 2025

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (433+ words) The education sector remained the most targeted industry in December, averaging 4,349 attacks per organization per week, representing a 12% year-over-year increase. The sector continues to face elevated risk due to large user populations, legacy infrastructure, and limited security resources. The government…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > infinity-global-services > cyber-resilience-starts-with-training-why-skills-define-security-success

Cyber Resilience Starts with Training: Why Skills Define Security Success

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (364+ words) The data collected by Cybrary demonstrates that customers are not merely consuming content; they are actively applying knowledge to address real-world challenges. This shift underscores the practical value of training in strengthening security posture and advancing professional development. The recent…...

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blog.checkpoint.com > infinity-global-services > check-point-infinity-global-services-launches-first-ai-security-training-courses

AI Security Training Courses by Check Point IGS

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (94+ words) The new courses are part of Infinity Global Services" mission to empower organizations with the knowledge and tools to defend against emerging AI-driven threats and implementing AI securely in their operations and product development. Through hands-on training and expert-led programs,…...