WatchGuard Technologies

08/29/2026

AI-generated phishing campaigns are seeing a 54% click-through rate, compared to just 12% for traditional phishing.

As phishing gets more convincing, identity is becoming the new security perimeter.

See what this means for MSPs and how stronger identity security can help reduce risk.

Discover more: https://wgrd.tech/4g5lxna

AI-generated phishing is increasing identity risk. Here's why MFA and Zero Trust are becoming essential for MSP security.

08/28/2026

Strong cybersecurity starts with the basics, but getting the basics right consistently is harder than it sounds.

The 2026 WatchGuard Cybersecurity Hygiene Report explores the security habits, gaps, and practices organizations should be paying attention to as threats continue to evolve.

Use the findings to benchmark your approach, identify areas for improvement, and strengthen your security posture.

Read the report: https://wgrd.tech/3TGlCGn

08/26/2026

The WatchGuard community is coming together in Nashville, Tennessee!

Connect with peers and industry leaders, exchange ideas, and leave IMPACT 2026 with insights you can put into action.

Be part of it: https://wgrd.tech/4wjCy2M

08/25/2026

WatchGuard Threat Lab uncovered an active ErrTraffic campaign combining ClickFix and EtherHiding to distribute threats, including Vidar, Okobot, LegionLoader, and BabaDedaLoader.

Read the full analysis to explore the infection chain, evolving attacker techniques, and the defensive signals security teams should watch: https://wgrd.tech/4qajVgt

TL;DR

08/24/2026

AI isn’t creating entirely new cybersecurity risks for hotels. It’s making existing attacks faster, more personalized, and easier to scale.

With 76% of employees reusing passwords and 64% using unauthorized AI tools at work, identity has become an increasingly valuable target for attackers.

Corey Nachreiner explores how AI is accelerating phishing, credential theft, and social engineering across the hospitality industry, and why MFA, Zero Trust, and defensive AI matter more than ever.

🔗 https://wgrd.tech/4wUDBaI

AI is speeding up identity-based attacks across the hospitality industry. Read on to find out how Zero Trust, MFA, and defensive AI reduce risk.

08/22/2026

Auckland, the WatchGuard Prize Vault is coming to TechX.

WatchGuard is proud to sponsor and attend Dicker Data TechX on Tuesday, 25 August.

Meet our team and see how the WatchGuard Unified Security Platform helps partners deliver layered protection across networks, users, and devices.

Then take the Cybersecurity Challenge, receive your unique vault code, and see what is waiting inside.

Register to attend:
https://wgrd.tech/3RNnPiB

08/21/2026

Your next big idea, connection, or business opportunity could start at IMPACT 2026.

Come to Nashville, Tennessee to hear what’s next across AI, cybersecurity, managed services, and the WatchGuard platform, while connecting with peers who are navigating the same opportunities and challenges.

Come for the insights. Leave with ideas you can put into action.

Save your spot: https://wgrd.tech/4wgrOm1

08/20/2026

🔬 WatchGuard Threat Lab research is making headlines.

Our researchers uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign using the Polygon blockchain to conceal malicious infrastructure and make attacks harder to disrupt.

CoinTrust takes a closer look at the findings and what they mean for the evolving threat landscape.

🔗 Read more: https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/hackers-hide-malware-infrastructure-on-polygon-blockchain

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a malware campaign that uses the Polygon blockchain to conceal parts of its infrastructure, allowing attackers to make their delivery network more difficult to disrupt.

08/19/2026

Cyber hygiene is becoming more than a security challenge. It is creating a new opportunity for MSPs.

As customers struggle to manage AI usage, enforce security policies, and reduce human-driven risk, MSPs can play a bigger role as trusted security advisors.

Tomorrow, discover how these challenges can open the door to stronger customer conversations and greater strategic value.

Register now: https://wgrd.tech/4fM2vDe