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LockBit 5.0 ransomware targets Windows, Linux, ESXi

New LockBit 5.0 ransomware hits Windows, Linux and ESXi in single campaigns, widening blast radius across mixed and virtualised environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Feb 2026

Phishing

LOTUSLITE backdoor targets US policy bodies with lures

Politically themed LOTUSLITE phishing campaign hits US policy bodies, using DLL sideloading and espionage-focused backdoor tactics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jan 2026

Malware

Brazilian banking trojan hijacks WhatsApp for spread

A new Astaroth banking trojan variant hijacks WhatsApp Web to self-spread via chats while silently stealing Brazilian banking credentials.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026

Storage

Acronis unveils archival storage to aid data compliance

Acronis launches encrypted archival storage for MSPs and SMEs, promising rapid access, WORM immutability and predictable long-term pricing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026

Malware

Acronis boosts MSP security with new threat research

Acronis sharpens MSP cyber defence with fresh threat research, expanded Microsoft 365 tools and new MDR-focused partner offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026

Data Protection

Acronis names Jo Holliday UK & Ireland General Manager

Acronis appoints Jo Holliday as UK and Ireland General Manager to drive partner-led growth in its expanding cyber protection business.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026

Data Protection

Synology adds Acronis backup to Bee series storage

Synology bundles three-year Acronis True Image Essentials licences with every Bee series device, adding full-system backup and ransomware defence.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Dec 2025

Data Protection

Acronis unveils on-premises cyber protection for data control

Acronis launches Cyber Protect Local, an on-premises platform combining backup, recovery, and cybersecurity to ensure data sovereignty and regulatory compliance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025

IT Industry

Report reveals perceptions gap on barriers for women in tech

Acronis' 2025 Women in Tech Report reveals men and women strongly differ on perceptions of career barriers and bias in the technology sector worldwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025

Data Protection

Acronis True Image 2026 launches with built-in patch management

Acronis True Image 2026 launches with built-in patch management, combining backup and advanced cyber defence for up to five PCs and unlimited mobiles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Oct 2025

Storage

Acronis & Seagate launch secure archival storage for MSPs

Seagate and Acronis have partnered to offer MSPs secure, scalable archival storage with predictable costs, addressing rising data growth and compliance needs.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Acronis & Intel partner to deliver AI threat detection on PCs

Acronis partners with Intel to offer AI-powered, real-time threat detection on PCs with Intel Core Ultra processors, boosting security and performance.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025

Malware

AI-driven phishing & ransomware surge in first half of 2025

Acronis reports a 70% rise in ransomware victims in H1 2025, with AI-driven phishing attacks surging, especially targeting managed service providers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025

Data Protection

Acronis appoints new ANZ leaders to drive regional growth & security

Acronis appoints Terry Christie and Pete Bouris to lead ANZ growth, boosting cybersecurity platform adoption amid rapid market expansion and rising demand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Acronis reaches 300 technology integrations in expanding ecosystem

Acronis has expanded its technology ecosystem to 300 integrations, enhancing efficiency and service offerings for managed service providers and software vendors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025

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Virtualisation

Acronis extends Manchester City data protection deal

Acronis has renewed its partnership with Manchester City, extending its role safeguarding the club's expanding digital and data operations.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026

Firewalls

Makop ransomware group sharpens tools in India focus

Makop ransomware pivots to India with RDP brute force, privilege exploits and GuLoader as it leans on basic flaws over bespoke tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026

Data Protection

Acronis & OpSys launch local MDR services for Australian MSPs

Acronis partners with OpSys to launch local Managed Detection and Response services, enabling Australian MSPs to meet data sovereignty and security demands.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025