--- 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/2/ 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 [30 September 2026 — 7 min read ![Image 10: EDR vs SIEM: key differences and when you need both](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/9e7d91bc0eb98ecc55dbde14b325235b.png) EDR vs SIEM: key differences and when you need both Compare EDR vs SIEM, including detection, response, data sources, retention and use cases. See when security teams need one or both.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/edr-vs-siem-key-differences-and-when-you-need-both/) [28 September 2026 — 9 min read ![Image 11: AI data security: protecting sensitive information across AI tools](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/4018bfcee2b5b2b8fac70b143c616e02.png) AI data security: protecting sensitive information across AI tools Learn how SMBs can protect sensitive data in AI prompts, pasted text and file uploads, and how these controls differ from AI security posture management.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ai-data-security-protecting-sensitive-information-across-ai-tools/) [27 September 2026 — 8 min read ![Image 12: Managed identity threat detection and response (ITDR): what MSPs and security teams need](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/9b8a3cd86a68b18c37ba8d49cf87e3b9.png) Managed identity threat detection and response (ITDR): what MSPs and security teams need Evaluate managed ITDR for MSPs and security teams. Compare MDR and XDR, assess Microsoft 365 identity coverage and plan detection, response and recovery.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/managed-identity-threat-detection-and-response-2026/) [26 September 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 13: AI security solutions: what they are and how to choose one](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/d7c45e1cb8fcc53fdb14e5fcd8e0003a.png) AI security solutions: what they are and how to choose one Learn how AI security solutions help SMBs manage shadow AI, data leakage and prompt injection. Compare key controls, coverage and MSP delivery.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ai-security-solutions-what-they-are-and-how-to-choose-one/) [25 September 2026 — 6 min read ![Image 14: Managed EDR pricing and MDR costs: what to expect in 2026](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/2bd740085261a9d4ddfa93c038c94354.png) Managed EDR pricing and MDR costs: what to expect in 2026 Explore managed EDR pricing and MDR costs in 2026. Compare billing models, plan for recovery and use budget examples to forecast total costs for your MSP.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/managed-edr-pricing-and-mdr-costs-what-to-expect-in-2026/) [24 September 2026 — 7 min read ![Image 15: MDR vs XDR: which do you need in 2026?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/b7e04964c16e077070b5b3f376caf00a.png) MDR vs XDR: which do you need in 2026? Compare MDR and XDR across staffing, telemetry, response and cost factors. Learn when your organization needs an XDR platform, an MDR service or both.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/mdr-vs-xdr-which-do-you-need-in-2026/) [23 September 2026 — 4 min read ![Image 16: From AI vision to MSP action: The journey continues this October](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/65821c3bd72f935cd680e584fe43de66.png) From AI vision to MSP action: The journey continues this October The first event answered why AI matters and the second event demonstrated what's possible. Acronis Accelerate: Time to Act brings those ideas to life through a practical, workflow-driven experience that follows a future day in the life of an MSP.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/from-ai-vision-to-msp-action-the-journey-continues-this-october/) [22 September 2026 — 7 min read ![Image 17: HMI security: protecting human-machine interfaces from cyber threats](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/5c61ab00235674f2dc0ba6f251069e85.png) HMI security: protecting human-machine interfaces from cyber threats Learn how to protect HMI workstations from ransomware, unauthorized access and lateral movement with practical hardening, backup and recovery guidance.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/hmi-security-protecting-human-machine-interfaces-from-cyber-threats/) [15 September 2026 — 11 min read ![Image 18: OT vulnerability management for Windows and Linux workstations](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/2d3f400c887ea9fbd30cb2c140f20fe6.png) OT vulnerability management for Windows and Linux workstations Learn how to assess, prioritize and mitigate vulnerabilities on Windows and Linux OT workstations while accounting for OEM validation, safety and uptime.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ot-vulnerability-management/) [12 September 2026 — 10 min read ![Image 19: SCADA security: a practical guide for industrial environments](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/17c23be38888ef147d9289d725437849.png) SCADA security: a practical guide for industrial environments A practical guide to SCADA security: threats, standards, the full defense stack, and where workstation backup and recovery fit in.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/scada-security-guide/) [11 September 2026 — 8 min read ![Image 20: SCADA backup and recovery: protecting PC-based supervisory control systems](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/541eac32c82d84a5616d868ed24a68e0.png) SCADA backup and recovery: protecting PC-based supervisory control systems SCADA backup differs from IT backup. Learn what to capture, how to plan recovery, and how Acronis Cyber Protect for OT supports PC-based OT systems.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/scada-backup-and-recovery/) [11 September 2026 — 5 min read ![Image 21: Why the best vendor relationships go beyond technology in Australia](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/5e04b89948d9f1fa28095b7ff7206957.png) Why the best vendor relationships go beyond technology in Australia Many MSPs know their clients well but have limited time to build campaigns from a blank page. Effective vendor marketing support removes work while preserving the MSP’s own brand and market position. Sports marketing can add another dimension. Through the Acronis #TeamUp Program and Acronis #SportsIgnite Program, participating MSPs can use opportunities such as premium hospitality, business development events, brand exposure](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/why-the-best-vendor-relationships-go-beyond-technology-in-australia/) [1](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/1/) [2](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/2/) [3](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/3/) [4](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/4/) [5](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/5/) [6](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/6/) [7](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/page/7/)