--- 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/5/ 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 [17 August 2026 — 10 min read ![Image 10: Best ransomware protection software in 2026: 10 approaches IT teams need](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/1d109247cf6c51183d17390ac9b6d248.png) Best ransomware protection software in 2026: 10 approaches IT teams need Compare the best ransomware protection for 2026: 10 approaches IT teams and MSPs need, from behavioral AI detection to immutable backup in one platform.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-ransomware-protection-software-2026/) [17 August 2026 — 7 min read ![Image 11: How to stop sensitive data leaking into ChatGPT, Copilot and other GenAI tools](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/501940bc8950d592a5ae2f87a2632b8f.png) How to stop sensitive data leaking into ChatGPT, Copilot and other GenAI tools Stop data leaking into ChatGPT with policy, classification and endpoint controls. 77% of employees paste data into AI tools, per LayerX 2025.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/prevent-ai-data-leakage/) [16 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 12: How to prevent ransomware damage: a 12-step checklist for IT teams and MSPs](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e408b389005ebc2b1b8e7a0c7e0cbee3.png) How to prevent ransomware damage: a 12-step checklist for IT teams and MSPs A ransomware resilience checklist covering governance, patching, MFA, EDR, immutable backups and incident-response testing for IT teams and MSPs.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ransomware-prevention-and-resilience-12-step-checklist/) [16 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 13: 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/) [15 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 14: Ransomware protection for businesses and MSPs: the complete guide](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/044db4849866c68cd447b6f8b245d5c3.png) Ransomware protection for businesses and MSPs: the complete guide Ransomware protection that reduces exposure, contains attacks and recovers fast. A guide to detection, rollback, immutable backup and patching for IT teams and MSPs.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/ransomware-protection-guide/) [14 August 2026 — 14 min read ![Image 15: How does EDR work? Architecture, monitoring, detection and response explained](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/69989f30b273fb601e729a74782f4c7d.png) How does EDR work? 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See how MSPs deliver it to SMB clients.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/edr-mdr-for-smbs/) [12 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 18: Managed EDR and XDR services: how MDR delivers 24/7 protection for MSPs](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/7d49accfbc7e80f2e141bf853fcea4e2.png) Managed EDR and XDR services: how MDR delivers 24/7 protection for MSPs See how MDR delivers 24/7 detection and response on top of EDR or XDR, so MSPs can protect SMB clients without building an in-house SOC.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/managed-edr-xdr-services/) [12 August 2026 — 8 min read ![Image 19: How to detect and govern shadow AI in your organization](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/cd48c14cf4159234be705cae2cc9615d.png) How to detect and govern shadow AI in your organization Detect shadow AI across network, browser and identity logs, then govern which AI apps are approved, monitored, restricted or blocked.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/detect-and-govern-shadow-ai/) [12 August 2026 — 17 min read ![Image 20: NGAV vs EDR vs XDR vs MDR: how to choose the right detection and response approach](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/771c1f2381ab90db3949250fed09f583.png) NGAV vs EDR vs XDR vs MDR: how to choose the right detection and response approach Compare NGAV, EDR, XDR, and MDR side-by-side. 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