Indonesia's First AI-Powered SOC, Varonis Acquires SlashNext, and UK Pushes AI Security Disclosure - Cybersecurity AI Weekly #20
September 08, 2025 -
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Cisco have launched Indonesia's first Sovereign Security Operations Center to enhance AI-powered threat detection. The initiative also includes training one million Indonesians in cybersecurity by 2030. Meanwhile, a survey by Cisco indicates that 82% of companies are increasing their identity security budgets in response to rising AI-driven phishing threats, highlighting a gap between awareness and execution in digital identity management.
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre and the AI Security Institute are advocating for public disclosure initiatives to tackle threats to AI safeguards. They emphasize the role of crowd-sourced efforts and bug bounty programs in enhancing AI security. Additionally, Varonis Systems, Inc. announced its acquisition of SlashNext to enhance its capabilities in combating AI-driven email threats. In another development, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory are exploring geothermal storage systems to enhance data center resilience against environmental and cybersecurity threats.
Welcome to this week's edition of Cybersecurity AI Weekly.
Stories in this section:
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Cisco have launched Indonesia's first Sovereign Security Operations Center to enhance AI-powered threat detection. The initiative also includes training one million Indonesians in cybersecurity by 2030. Meanwhile, a survey by Cisco indicates that 82% of companies are increasing their identity security budgets in response to rising AI-driven phishing threats, highlighting a gap between awareness and execution in digital identity management.
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre and the AI Security Institute are advocating for public disclosure initiatives to tackle threats to AI safeguards. They emphasize the role of crowd-sourced efforts and bug bounty programs in enhancing AI security. Additionally, Varonis Systems, Inc. announced its acquisition of SlashNext to enhance its capabilities in combating AI-driven email threats. In another development, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory are exploring geothermal storage systems to enhance data center resilience against environmental and cybersecurity threats.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Cisco Launch AI-Powered SOC in Indonesia
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Cisco have launched Indonesia's first Sovereign Security Operations Center to enhance AI-powered real-time threat detection. The initiative includes a commitment to train one million Indonesians in networking and cybersecurity by 2030. Read more
Cisco Survey: Firms Boost Identity Security Budgets
A survey by Cisco indicates that 82% of firms are increasing their identity security budgets due to rising AI-driven phishing threats. The report highlights a gap between awareness and execution in managing digital identities. Read more
UK NCSC and AISI Support Public Disclosure for AI Security
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre and the AI Security Institute are advocating for public disclosure initiatives to tackle threats to AI safeguards. They highlight the role of crowd-sourced efforts and bug bounty programs from companies like OpenAI and Anthropic in enhancing AI system security. Read more
Varonis Acquires SlashNext for AI Email Security
On September 2, 2025, Varonis Systems, Inc. announced its acquisition of SlashNext, aiming to enhance threat detection and response against advanced phishing and social engineering attacks. Read more
CISA and NREL Explore Geothermal Storage for Data Centers
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory are investigating geothermal storage systems to boost data center resilience against environmental and cybersecurity threats. Read more
National Academies to Address AI Security Risks
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is creating an issue paper focused on the security risks and vulnerabilities of AI systems, aiming to identify gaps in current cybersecurity models and explore new threats. Read more
TAC Security Introduces AI Compliance Platform Socify.ai
TAC Security has launched Socify.ai, an AI-powered platform aimed at automating compliance for SOC 2 audits, enhancing audit readiness and reducing costs. Read more
Zscaler Reports Revenue Growth Amid AI Demand
Cybersecurity company Zscaler has reported a 21% increase in revenue for the fiscal fourth quarter, driven by demand related to AI risks. The company exceeded Wall Street expectations and projects strong revenue growth for the next fiscal year. Read more
Security Flaw in AI Supply Chain Affects Major Platforms
A critical vulnerability called Model Namespace Reuse has been discovered in AI supply chains, impacting platforms such as Microsoft's Azure AI Foundry, Google's Vertex AI, and Hugging Face. This flaw enables remote code execution by exploiting AI model naming and management. Read more
OPSWAT Study Highlights Record High File Security Risks
A study by the Ponemon Institute, sponsored by OPSWAT, reveals that 61% of organizations faced file-related breaches due to insider threats, with incidents costing an average of $2.7 million. The report emphasizes the need for comprehensive security measures to address these growing risks. Read more
Sola Security Secures $35M for AI Cybersecurity
Sola Security, based in Tel Aviv, has raised $35 million in a Series A funding round to enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. Read more
Knox Systems Appoints Shira Rubinoff as Strategic Advisor
Knox Systems has appointed Shira Rubinoff as a Strategic Advisor to enhance secure cloud and AI adoption for federal agencies and the Department of Defense. Read more
Cato Networks Acquires Aim Security for $350 Million
Israeli cybersecurity company Cato Networks has acquired Tel Aviv-based AI security startup Aim Security for an estimated $350 million. This acquisition is Cato's first since its founding in 2015. Read more
Chinese APT Groups Exploit Router Vulnerabilities
Chinese state-sponsored APT groups are exploiting vulnerabilities in enterprise routers to infiltrate global networks, including telecommunications and government sectors. Read more
GitLab's AI Cybersecurity Strategy for Enterprises
Julie Davila, VP of Product Security at GitLab, discusses the company's AI-driven approach to enhancing software security for global enterprises, focusing on collaboration, compliance, and governance. Read more
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