--- title: Acronis Blog description: Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity and cyber protection news, research, vulnerabilities, threats and computer attacks. canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/14/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- # Acronis Blog [TRU Security → Updates from Acronis Threat Research Unit](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/) [![Image 1: stc Bahrain and Acronis partner to bring advanced endpoint security to businesses in Bahrain](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/9600f3eea83b8f4e168ea6c1409c8c26.png) 26 October 2026 — 3 min read stc Bahrain and Acronis partner to bring advanced endpoint security to businesses in Bahrain We are proud to announce a strategic partnership with stc Bahrain, expanding access to advanced cybersecurity services for businesses across Bahrain.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/stc-bahrain-and-acronis-partner-to-bring-endpoint-security-to-businesses/) Explore in detail [Backup and recovery](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/backup-and-recovery/ "Backup and recovery") [Cybersecurity](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/cybersecurity/ "Cybersecurity") [Developers](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/developers/ "Developers") [Endpoint protection](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/endpoint-protection/ "Endpoint protection") [Executive vision](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/executive-vision/ "Executive vision") [GenAI Security](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/genai-security/ "GenAI Security") [Innovations and technologies](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/innovations-and-technologies/ "Innovations and technologies") [Integration and automation](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/integration-and-automation/ "Integration and automation") [IT channel insights](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/it-channel-insights/ "IT channel insights") [Microsoft 365 (M365)](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/m365/ "Microsoft 365 (M365)") [See all categories](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/search/ "See all categories") * Editor picks * Popular [22 October 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 2: Critical php2shell vulnerabilities: What you need to know](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/4583b18850c821d2fee297544f71803f.png) Critical php2shell vulnerabilities: What you need to know Learn what the critical php2shell vulnerabilities mean, how Acronis is responding and the steps to patch PHP servers and check for compromise.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/critical-php2shell-vulnerabilities-what-you-need-to-know/) [21 October 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 3: Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is now Acronis Cyber Platform](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/1e0e5c2a4d7ac8dcb164b4b2a9706b82.png) Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is now Acronis Cyber Platform Service providers have known Cyber Platform as Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, whereas corporate customers have known Cyber Platform as Acronis Cyber Protect. To simplify partner, customer and user experience, Acronis offerings for both service providers and end-customers are renamed to Acronis Cyber Platform.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-cyber-protect-cloud-is-now-acronis-cyber-platform/) [13 October 2026 — 6 min read ![Image 4: Acronis expands MDR toward broader workspace protection](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/18e90e89f5ec4ef0901f19008d4ccbf2.png) Acronis expands MDR toward broader workspace protection Acronis is expanding the MDR service with capabilities that make this expertise easier to deliver and help partners address more risks. The developments build on a broader commitment to managed security: helping service providers protect the connected workspace while giving customers access to the expertise needed to investigate threats, respond effectively and maintain business continuity.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-expands-mdr-toward-broader-workspace-protection/) [10 June 2026 — 5 min read ![Image 5: Why MSPs should manage security awareness training like any other security control](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/c2a97def6823ea859c5fbb1d98216f07.png) Why MSPs should manage security awareness training like any other security control AI phishing, BEC and social engineering have made user behavior part of the attack path. Acronis Security Awareness Training helps MSPs reduce human risk at scale.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/why-msps-should-manage-security-awareness-training-like-any-other-security-control/) [08 May 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 6: Backup Exec end of life is your opportunity to modernize, not just replace](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/8ff6c2a5dce033300d26ed874bcea664.png) Backup Exec end of life is your opportunity to modernize, not just replace You’ve probably heard by now that Veritas has moved Backup Exec to end of life. Veritas stopped selling the product on March 31, 2026, and will stop supporting it in April 2029. For midmarket organizations that rely on Backup Exec, replacing the product presents a challenge — but also a big opportunity worth seizing today.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/backup-exec-end-of-life-is-your-opportunity-to-modernize-not-just-replace/) [16 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 7: Best patch management software and tools for 2026](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/06a6bdc250bcc923732ddc9c595ede2d.png) Best patch management software and tools for 2026 Looking for the best patch management software? Read our 2026 guide comparing the top automated patching tools for Windows, macOS, and Linux for MSPs and enterprises.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-patch-management-software-and-tools-2026/) [16 July 2026 — 4 min read ![Image 8: How Barrow AFC modernised matchday IT with commited and Acronis](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/800d83997d7ce5e9aab0800ab42eb179.png) How Barrow AFC modernised matchday IT with commited and Acronis At Barrow AFC, a club with deep roots in English football and a growing commercial operation, outdated and fragmented IT systems were beginning to hold the organisation back. That changed when the club partnered with managed service provider (MSP) commited and adopted Acronis cyber protection solutions.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-barrow-afc-modernised-matchday-it-with-commited-and-acronis/) [04 May 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 9: Acronis celebrates honorees recognized on the 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/db0a0ba474b33ba35c55ea9b5f62a3aa.png) Acronis celebrates honorees recognized on the 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list Two standout Acronis professionals, Fernanda Silva and Giselle Baldo, earned a place on the 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list. The annual recognition from CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, highlights women across the IT ecosystem who are driving innovation, enabling partner success and making a measurable impact on the channel.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-celebrates-honorees-recognized-on-the-2026-crn-women-of-the-channel-list/) TRU Security insights Technical details into the latest malware, vulnerabilities, and cyberattacks [Explore](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/ "Explore") Browse Cybersecurity Articles [05 May 2026 MSP cyber protection news, May 5, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-may-5-2026/) [27 April 2026 MSP cyber protection news, April 27, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-april-27-2026/) [20 April 2026 MSP cyber protection news, April 20, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-april-20-2026/) [16 March 2026 MSP cybersecurity news digest, March 16, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-march-16-2026/) ### Latest stories [15 April 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 10: AV-TEST gives Acronis Cyber Platform their top score in February 2026 evaluation](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/a412350d2405a44e5b4f7cc8592ead07.png) AV-TEST gives Acronis Cyber Platform their top score in February 2026 evaluation In AV-TEST’s February 2026 evaluation for Business Windows 11 client protection, Acronis Cyber Platform received the top score — 18 points — and therefore qualified for AV-TEST's "TOP PRODUCT" award.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/av-test-gives-acronis-cyber-protect-cloud-their-top-score-in-february-2026-evaluation/) [13 April 2026 — 2 min read ![Image 11: Acronis recognized on the 2026 CRN Storage 100 list](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/92a1bfd9c116d707bd250d518748f7f9.png) Acronis recognized on the 2026 CRN Storage 100 list Acronis has earned recognition in the 2026 CRN Storage 100. The annual list, published by CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, highlights leading vendors delivering storage innovation to the IT channel. The recognition places Acronis among a select group of technology providers focused on advancing storage capabilities and supporting partner success.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-recognized-on-the-2026-crn-storage-100-list/) [13 April 2026 — 2 min read ![Image 12: Acronis recognized at Italian channel awards 2025](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/079a22a5dafb3bd9fa855bf2b7241b31.png) Acronis recognized at Italian channel awards 2025 Acronis was awarded Best Vendor with MSP Offering during the 12th edition of the Italian Channel Awards, which took place in March at “La Pista” in Lainate, Milan. Organized by ChannelCity, part of G11 Media, the annual event brought together the ICT channel to recognize excellence across the industry.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-recognized-at-italian-channel-awards-2025/) [13 April 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 13: Microsoft Patch Tuesday is getting harder to manage, and that puts data at risk](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/58f3be774b8ca1ab4f7ee1c5e4b99589.png) Microsoft Patch Tuesday is getting harder to manage, and that puts data at risk Microsoft created Patch Tuesday to simplify updates by making them consistent and easy to plan around. But with cyberthreats continually expanding in volume and severity, it’s becoming more difficult for any vendor to make patching easy.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/microsoft-patch-tuesday-is-getting-harder-to-manage-and-that-puts-data-at-risk/) [10 April 2026 — 4 min read ![Image 14: How much does OT downtime cost? Calculate your potential losses](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/7095be980c896c01b957951b13031803.png) How much does OT downtime cost? Calculate your potential losses As manufacturers modernize their operations, they face an uncomfortable truth: Cybersecurity-related incidents now cause more downtime than mechanical failures. That’s why understanding the potential cost of downtime is so critical in the process of building cyber resilience into an OT environment.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-much-does-ot-downtime-cost-calculate-your-potential-losses/) [10 April 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 15: Acronis earns SoftwareReviews recognition for midmarket endpoint protection](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/9f7877c547235946c71a1fa47fd197e2.png) Acronis earns SoftwareReviews recognition for midmarket endpoint protection Acronis has earned new recognition from Info‑Tech SoftwareReviews, with Acronis Cyber Platform named a leader in the Endpoint Protection – Midmarket Data Quadrant. This recognition is based entirely on feedback from verified end users, highlighting the value MSPs and their clients see in Acronis endpoint protection capabilities.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-earns-softwarereviews-recognition-for-midmarket-endpoint-protection/) [10 April 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 16: How Acronis and SuperOps help MSPs work smarter with integrated cyber protection](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/f0002ece0703117d6304569908c11d6a.png) How Acronis and SuperOps help MSPs work smarter with integrated cyber protection The integration between Acronis and SuperOps was built to address these challenges head-on. By connecting cyber protection services directly into the SuperOps ecosystem, MSPs gain better visibility, fewer handoffs between tools and more consistent service delivery, while maintaining strong security standards.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-acronis-and-superops-help-msps-work-smarter-with-integrated-cyber-protection/) [07 April 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 17: Is your backup strategy keeping up with the growth of Microsoft 365 data?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/3edebee79d168c1116f79c814e5c5010.png) Is your backup strategy keeping up with the growth of Microsoft 365 data? The volume of Microsoft 365 data is exploding as the popularity of the productivity suite increases. With Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Outlook and OneDrive, users are producing massive volumes of documents, conversations and shared files every day.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/is-your-backup-strategy-keeping-up-with-the-growth-of-microsoft-365-data/) [07 April 2026 — 4 min read ![Image 18: Closing the MDR gap for MSPs: Acronis MDR by Acronis TRU available globally](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/fc0e4a84bab943952c4762a500a4533f.png) Closing the MDR gap for MSPs: Acronis MDR by Acronis TRU available globally Acronis MDR by Acronis TRU is now available worldwide, giving MSPs access to a 24/7 Acronis-delivered SOC service that combines detection, response, recovery and reporting — all in a single, MSP-ready platform.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/closing-the-mdr-gap-for-msps-acronis-mdr-by-acronis-tru-available-globally/) [06 April 2026 — 4 min read ![Image 19: A better way to protect data stored on Synology NAS](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/51e93b2ef60b7d816e4869818c3fe524.png) A better way to protect data stored on Synology NAS Synology positions its portfolio squarely around NAS and data protection for business use. Their own backup guidance makes the point clearly: local copies alone are not enough, and off-site protection remains essential to reduce exposure to theft, disaster and single points of failure. This is exactly why Acronis matters for Synology environments.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/a-better-way-to-protect-data-stored-on-synology-nas/) [06 April 2026 — 5 min read ![Image 20: Data sovereignty and cross-border backup compliance](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/6102e8abcbebaa4814d1606dfb037630.png) Data sovereignty and cross-border backup compliance Learn how data sovereignty laws impact backup and disaster recovery. Discover risks of cross-border backups and how to build a compliant strategy.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/data-sovereignty-and-cross-border-backup-compliance/) [03 April 2026 — 18 min read ![Image 21: Best antivirus for Windows 11: Guide to choosing the right software](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/ce9cf68c9a85a1451d89cb2d9af58ff1.png) Best antivirus for Windows 11: Guide to choosing the right software Discover the best antivirus software for Windows 11 that provide robust protection against threats. Read our expert picks to secure your device today.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-antivirus-for-windows-11/) [11](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/11/) [12](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/12/) [13](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/13/) [14](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/14/) [15](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/15/) [16](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/16/) [17](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/17/)