--- 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/4/ 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 [27 August 2026 — 9 min read ![Image 10: Inside Acronis AI Security Engine](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e3b3ccc07bc4fa7234afc23fe5aabb62.png) Inside Acronis AI Security Engine GenAI protection is not just about stopping bad prompts. It is about understanding what users and applications are sending to AI tools, identifying when that content creates data exposure or instruction-manipulation risk, and turning that analysis into clear policy action. A layered engine makes that possible.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/inside-acronis-ai-security-engine/) [26 August 2026 — 11 min read ![Image 11: MDR vs MSSP vs SIEM: how to choose the right managed security model](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/9a8c17eb31e17c0431861461d5693ba2.png) MDR vs MSSP vs SIEM: how to choose the right managed security model Managed SIEM vs MDR vs MSSP: compare what each model does after an alert fires, who owns containment and recovery, and which fits your team size.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/mdr-vs-mssp-vs-siem/) [25 August 2026 — 11 min read ![Image 12: What is managed XDR (MXDR)? A complete guide for service providers](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/5f374529624b60fa4f4ec2939539f2d8.png) What is managed XDR (MXDR)? A complete guide for service providers What is managed XDR? Learn how MXDR combines XDR technology with a 24/7 managed SOC, how it differs from MDR and XDR, and how to evaluate providers.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/what-is-managed-xdr-2026/) [24 August 2026 — 5 min read ![Image 13: Acronis Cyber Platform earns 18/18 score in AV-TEST's business Windows evaluation](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e281cc03e2f1c206b3a0980077147e72.png) Acronis Cyber Platform earns 18/18 score in AV-TEST's business Windows evaluation Acronis Cyber Platform has once again earned the highest possible score in AV-TEST’s business Windows endpoint protection evaluation, achieving 18 out of 18 points in the May–June 2026 test. The latest result also extends a consistent record in AV-TEST’s business Windows evaluations.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-cyber-protect-cloud-av-test-business-windows-evaluation/) [21 August 2026 — 10 min read ![Image 14: What is AI DLP?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/70734003eff50b59fef7a8dce15d3777.png) What is AI DLP? AI DLP inspects prompts and uploads to AI tools before they reach the model. Learn how it complements broader DLP and why it matters.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/what-is-ai-dlp/) [20 August 2026 — 9 min read ![Image 15: What is prompt injection?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/67350757b70097b7028b41bca28356b0.png) What is prompt injection? Prompt injection is when crafted input makes an AI model behave in unintended ways. Learn the types, real examples and how to prevent it.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/what-is-prompt-injection/) [20 August 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 16: New IT Glue integration with Acronis automates documentation updates for MSPs](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/748a5e18128d8321470c79150fd33682.png) New IT Glue integration with Acronis automates documentation updates for MSPs The new Acronis integration with IT Glue addresses this problem by continuously synchronizing the device inventory from Acronis Cyber Platform to IT Glue, reducing manual work, improving documentation quality and giving technicians faster access to the information they need.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/new-it-glue-integration-with-acronis-automates-documentation-updates-for-msps/) [19 August 2026 — 10 min read ![Image 17: What is shadow AI?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/952f4fc857d5670c3aab0ab17cb975d2.png) What is shadow AI? Shadow AI is employee use of AI tools without IT oversight. Learn the risks, how to detect it, and how to govern AI app usage before data leaks.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/what-is-shadow-ai/) [19 August 2026 — 6 min read ![Image 18: Best cloud security software in 2026: 6 types compared by use case](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/950bf1f49b703d075a07355e0a0be2ab.png) Best cloud security software in 2026: 6 types compared by use case Compare six types of cloud security software by use case, from endpoint and email protection to Microsoft 365 posture, backup and disaster recovery.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-cloud-security-software-2026/) [18 August 2026 — 14 min read ![Image 19: Best email security solutions for MSPs in 2026: a buyer's guide](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/5262967fc72f1117717b1d5409cb1093.png) Best email security solutions for MSPs in 2026: a buyer's guide Compare the best email security solutions for MSPs in 2026. Honest evaluation of six platforms across multitenant management, AI detection, and pricing fit.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-email-security-solutions-for-msps-2026/) [18 August 2026 — 9 min read ![Image 20: How to write an AI usage policy](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/b0861f27eae81e2682933103549bad4f.png) How to write an AI usage policy Write an AI usage policy with this 7-step guide and free template. 63% of breached organizations lacked an AI governance policy, per IBM 2025.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ai-usage-policy-template/) [17 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 21: OT vs IT: The Key Differences Between Operational Technology and Information Technology](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/2e4c21833ee6775cc053021eebfdd04f.png) OT vs IT: The Key Differences Between Operational Technology and Information Technology IT and OT differ in priorities, lifecycles and risk. See how security objectives, the Purdue Model and recovery needs diverge, per NIST SP 800-82.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ot-vs-it-comparison/) [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/)