Day: January 24, 2023

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AttackForge Launches Version 2 – Redefining Pentesting for the Future

Market leader introduces the next generation in Pentest Management Platforms.

AttackForge

MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AttackForge®, a global leader in Pentest Management solutions, has announced today the general availability of AttackForge Version 2 for Enterprise and Core products.

“Built entirely from the ground up, AttackForge Version 2 is our vision for the future of pentesting,” said Fil Filiposki, Co-Founder of AttackForge.

AttackForge brings industry workflows into a collaboration platform made for engineering, security, and business teams. AttackForge Version 2 builds upon its predecessor to enable more efficient scaling of pentesting to deal with the rising need for penetration testing.

“Just imagine how many vulnerabilities were found but not fixed, until organisations get hacked. Why? Because pentesting is an archaic process. Vulnerabilities are sitting in PDF reports, completely disconnected from the people who would need to fix them. AttackForge brings security and engineering teams to the same place, enabling them to collaborate, track and fix – before proverbial hits the fan,” said Stas Filshtinskiy, Co-Founder of AttackForge.

AttackForge Version 2 helps enterprises manage complex security testing programs and reduce risk by communicating vulnerabilities to engineering teams in real-time, as they get discovered by pentesters. Better management of vulnerabilities means a reduction of cyber risks. Faster remediation means a faster time to market.

“Over the past few years, our team has been working intimately with our customers, learning how they do penetration testing. Having insight into many of the largest organisations around the world, including some of the global consultancies and Fortune 500, we have unique perspectives on workflows that will enable and power the next generation of penetration testing. And we’re excited to build those perspectives into AttackForge Version 2,” said Filiposki.

At the time of release, AttackForge is the only pentest management platform currently available on the market that can be deployed on-demand in a dedicated tenant.

“We’re making AttackForge Version 2 accessible to all, placing it within reach of any engineering team, cyber security consultancy or enterprise, starting at $300 per month,” said Filshtinskiy.

AttackForge Version 2 can be deployed today from https://buy.attackforge.io.

You can find more information on AttackForge Version 2 for Enterprise here, and for Core here.

If you would like to compare the AttackForge family of products, more information can be found here.

About AttackForge

AttackForge Pty Ltd is the leading provider of pentest management and workflow solutions, pioneering the world’s first full lifecycle pentest management platform. The company’s Enterprise product is trusted across all industries and verticals – in government, healthcare, banking, retail, oil & energy, telecommunications, and other regulated industries. AttackForge Core is used by leading security consultancies and MSSPs. AttackForge’s vision is to create trusted and rigorous industry standard tools for managing pentesting projects & workflows. The current family of products includes AttackForge Community v1 (for individuals); AttackForge Core v2 (for small to medium-sized organizations); and AttackForge Enterprise v2 (for large organizations). Visit https://attackforge.com/compare.html for a comparison.

Contact Information:
Rhiana Parolma
media@attackforge.com

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Amlan® International Welcomes New Director of Sales, North America

Chris Dyer

Director of Sales North America, Amlan International

CHICAGO, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amlan® International, the animal health business of Oil-Dri® Corporation of America and a global leader in mineral-based feed additives that optimize the intestinal health of poultry and livestock, announces the appointment of Chris Dyer as its Director of Sales, North America. In the role, Chris will work to advance Amlan’s development strategies and present mineral-based solutions for customers in the U.S. and Canada. Chris’ expertise in poultry production and animal health sales expands upon Amlan’s recent focus on organizational growth and future sustained success in North American markets.

”We are impressed by Chris’ strong track record of customer relationship development and the sales excellence he brings to Amlan. He will be key to the delivery of our highly researched mineral-based feed additives to producers in North America,” said Heath Wessels, Vice President of Sales, The Americas. “The market is eagerly seeking natural products to maximize profitability in poultry and livestock, as their customers demand high-quality animal proteins. Chris’ expertise in the North American market will help us showcase our mineral-based products’ high value and demonstrate how natural feed additives can benefit their operations.”

Chris has more than 35 years of experience in the poultry industry where he began his career as a hatchery and production manager. He led a team of regional account managers in the U.S. and Canada and was responsible for a multimillion-dollar program of medicated feed additives, biologicals and bio-device business. From there, Chris moved into a leadership role at a major poultry production business where he oversaw parent stock breeder sales in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Central America.

“The Americas represent 41 percent of global broiler meat production and Amlan’s mineral-based feed additives like Sorbiam™ continue to demonstrate efficacy in this growing marketplace,” said Dr. Wade Robey, Vice President of Agriculture, Oil-Dri, and President, Amlan International. “Chris’ experience as a business unit leader and his strong relationships align with our organizational efforts to ensure continued growth for Amlan in the North America region; we’re excited to have him on the team.”

Chris has numerous managerial certifications through the Strategic Account Management Association. He graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.S. in Agriculture.

Chris is pleased to be a part of the Amlan team that will be participating in the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) January 24-26, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia. Chris looks forward to welcoming a global audience of animal production professionals and sharing more about Amlan’s range of products with attendees, media and other exhibitors at Amlan’s booth, B5453.

For more information on Amlan International, please visit www.amlan.com

Company Information

Amlan is the animal health business of Oil-Dri Corporation of America, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of sorbent minerals. Oil-Dri leverages over 80 years of expertise in mineral science to selectively mine and process its unique mineral for consumer and business-to-business markets. Oil-Dri Corporation of America doing business as “Amlan International” is a publicly traded stock on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ODC). Amlan International sells feed additives across the world. Product availability may vary by country; associated claims do not constitute medical claims and may differ based on government requirements.

Reagan Culbertson
Media Contact
press@amlan.com

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Duck Creek Technologies recognized for outstanding commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by Insurance Business America

The insurtech is named winner of the 2023 5-Star Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion award

Boston, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Duck Creek Technologies (NASDAQ: DCT), the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) insurance, has earned recognition from Insurance Business America as its 2023 5-Star Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion winner for its strong programs and values around diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I).

Duck Creek is inherently people-focused and proudly made up of diverse individuals and global teams. The company’s culture and DE&I programs are a central part of its strategic global vision. Duck Creek has five dedicated Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) focused on race, ethnicity, gender, military service and career level, and two councils focused on diversity and employee experience. Duck Creek has championed a workplace that values and celebrates individuals and differences while encouraging and enabling collaboration.

“It is an honor for Duck Creek to be recognized as a leader of diversity, equity and inclusion in the insurance industry,” says Mike Jackowski, Chief Executive Officer at Duck Creek. “Our people are our greatest asset and they are central to creating a community of belonging and helping us transform the future of insurance through purpose, technology and data. The different backgrounds, experiences and ideas of our employees enable our customers’ success and bring value to our entire ecosystem.”

“Diversity is vital at Duck Creek and we recognize that it has many dimensions,” said Amy Bayer, Global Director – DE&I, Engagement and Culture. “We work intentionally to ensure a diverse collection of people, voices, and perspectives are represented, respected, empowered, and thrive at our company. We are dedicated to continuously strengthening our winning culture and expanding our DE&I initiatives to remain a community where employees feel a true sense of belonging and experience opportunities for long-term personal and professional growth.”

About IBA

Insurance Business provides a unique offering in the insurance space as an aspirational business magazine featuring a series of industry reports that recognize the achievements of key individuals and businesses as well as providing the latest in business best practice in a continually evolving industry.

The monthly magazine is supported by an online industry hub offering daily news and business intelligence via a website and daily e-newsletter. Committed to delivering the latest industry news, opinion and analysis, Insurance Business Online takes a fresh approach to covering the need-to-know developments of the day from government and regulatory bodies, platforms, underwriters and insurance firms, as well as industry service providers.

 

About Duck Creek Technologies

Duck Creek Technologies (NASDAQ: DCT) is the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance industry. We are the platform upon which modern insurance systems are built, enabling the industry to capitalize on the power of the cloud to run agile, intelligent, and evergreen operations. Authenticity, purpose, and transparency are core to Duck Creek, and we believe insurance should be there for individuals and businesses when, where, and how they need it most. Our market-leading solutions are available on a standalone basis or as a full suite, and all are available via Duck Creek OnDemand. Visit www.duckcreek.com to learn more. Follow Duck Creek on our social channels for the latest information – LinkedIn and Twitter.

Carley Bunch
Duck Creek Technologies
+1 (201) 962-6091
carley.bunch@duckcreek.com

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Rosario Ochoa Named General Manager of Nikkiso ACD for Nikkiso Clean Energy and Industrial Gases Group

TEMECULA, Calif., Jan. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries’ Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group (“Group”), a part of the Nikkiso Co., Ltd (Japan) group of companies, is pleased to announce that Rosario Ochoa has joined the Group as General Manager of Nikkiso ACD, effective January 16, 2023.

Rosie brings with her over 15 years of experience in production, lean manufacturing, sustaining engineering, new product development, environmental health and safety as well as quality compliance to standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO/TS1949. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electronics Engineering from Mexicali Institute of Technology, Mexico, and a certified ISO 9001:2008 Lead Auditor from AQS Management Systems, Inc. She has a strong background in manufacturing operations, quality and six sigma, engineering, organizational excellence and cultural transformation.

Nikkiso ACD, Santa Ana, California, along with Nikkiso Cryo (Las Vegas) is part of the Group’s Cryogenic Pumps Unit. As General Manager, Rosie will drive operational excellence throughout the Cryogenic Pumps Unit as well as the entire organization leading the cross functional teams to improve speed and efficiency across the business. She will report to Jim Estes, Executive Director Nikkiso ACD.

“Rosie brings a broad range of skills and experience to the position. With her leadership, I am confident ACD will continue to grow and meet our customers demand for the best quality and reliability of cryogenic pumps,” according to Jim Estes, Executive Director Nikkiso ACD. “Rosie’s role further supports our mission to provide innovative equipment, technologies and services through our global group of companies to help our customers to make a difference.”

Rosie is also a member of the Vistage organization: the world’s largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for business leaders.

ABOUT CRYOGENIC INDUSTRIES
Cryogenic Industries, Inc. (now a member of Nikkiso Co., Ltd.) member companies manufacture, and service engineered cryogenic gas processing equipment (pumps, turboexpanders, heat exchangers, etc.), and process plants for Industrial Gases, Natural gas Liquefaction (LNG), Hydrogen Liquefaction (LH2) and Organic Rankine Cycle for Waste Heat Recovery. Founded over 50 years ago, Cryogenic Industries is the parent company of ACD, Nikkiso Cryo, Nikkiso Integrated Cryogenic Solutions, Cosmodyne and Cryoquip and a commonly controlled group of approximately 20 operating entities.

For more information, please visit www.nikkisoCEIG.com and www.nikkiso.com.

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Anna Quigley
+1.951.383.3314
aquigley@cryoind.com

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Johor govt to continue monitoring flood situation – Onn Hafiz

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 24  (Bernama) — The Johor government will continue to monitor the floods in the state, especially the safety of the people, and ensure that the situation is under control.

 

In giving his assurance, Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said that all officials and agencies involved, including Exco members, will play their part in monitoring the flooded areas.

 

“The safety of the people is our priority and we will do our best to ensure that the situation remains under control at all times.

 

 

 

“I will monitor the relevant agencies, especially the District Office as the coordinator of the District Disaster Management Committee, to ensure the safety of the people,” he said in a Facebook post today.

 

Onn Hafiz also thanked Tunku Mahkota of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, who wanted the Southern Volunteers to be mobilised to help flood victims in several districts.

 

Earlier, the Machap assemblyman and Deputy State Secretary (Sports, Youth and Volunteers) Datuk On Jabbar@ Jaafar visited the evacuees taking shelter at the relief centre in Kampung Baru Sungai Mas, Kota Tinggi and handed over donations from the state government.

 

 

Johor was hit by floods today following continuous heavy rain since early morning. As of 4 pm, the disaster affected a total of 1,093 people in Kluang, Segamat, and Kota Tinggi.

 

 

Source: BERNAMA News Agency

 

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PAS confident people of Sweden will reject Paludan’s provocative approach

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) — PAS believes the people of Sweden will not adopt the policies and approach taken by Swedish-Danish far-right politician, Rasmus Paludan who, in a provocative act, burnt a copy of the Quran in Stockholm on Jan 21.

 

PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said he was confident that the ‘Lagom’ philosophy that Sweden practices was in line with the concept of gratitude and fairness upheld by Islam in developing a harmonious and moderate thinking society through the contributions of Muslim immigrants there.

 

“In this regard, PAS hopes the Swedish government will act firmly on the perpetrator as a control and preventive measure to prevent similar incidences from becoming widespread, and if this is not checked it could draw reactions that could worsen the situation,” he said in a statement today.

 

 

 

PAS considers the incident as an extreme and desperate act by Paludan for attention, an act that deserves condemnation by civilised societies globally that want peace and harmony, Takiyuddin said.

 

“Based on the records of his (Paludan) party, ‘Stram Kurs’ during Sweden’s election as well as dozens of criminal prosecutions against him, it is clear the perpetrator is just a troublemaker who is unable to contribute anything meaningful to society and Sweden in particular,” he said.

 

Takiyuddin said the freedom of speech used to insult other people’s religion and beliefs is an irresponsible act that is also prohibited by Islam.

 

 

Paludan was given permission to burn a copy of the Quran outside the Turkish Embassy in Stockholm, angering Muslims world-wide.

 

 

Source: BERNAMA News Agency

 

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Floods: Three roads in Kota Tinggi closed to light vehicles

KOTA TINGGI, Jan 24 (Bernama) — Three roads in the Kota Tinggi district have been closed to light vehicles due to a rise in water level following continuous heavy rain since early this morning.

 

Kota Tinggi district officer Datin Paduka Hazlina Jalil said the three roads are Jalan Ladang Siang, Jalan Lok Heng-Sungai Mas and Jalan Perani.

 

“However, no main road has been closed so far. The flood is due to the continuous rain since last night and the high tide, so we are constantly monitoring and preparing,” she told a press conference after visiting the flood victims at a temporary relief centre (PPS) at Dewan Taman Desaru Utama, here, today.

 

 

 

One of the residents Md Johari Dol, 67, said the water level rose very quickly.

 

“We have been affected by floods three times now, but this time is the worst because the water rose fast until it entered the house, at knee and thigh level while on the street outside it is at waist level.

 

“Maybe one of the causes of the flood is because there is a new housing estate nearby, thus causing the water to flow and gather here,” he said.

 

 

Housewife Zaleha Abdul Rahman, 36, who has lived in the area for the past nine years, said that most residents were already prepared for the floods.

 

“We are always prepared because the Malaysian Meteorological Department has also issued heavy rain warnings and we follow the instructions of the authorities to evacuate to PPS if required,” she said.

 

Meanwhile, The State Disaster Management Committee said as of 8 pm the number of flood victims in Johor rose to 1,703 in contrast with 1,093 recorded at 4 pm, adding that three more PPS were opened in the districts of Kota Tinggi, Kluang and Segamat bringing the total to 16.

 

“Segamat is the most affected district with 1,229 victims from 325 families housed at eight PPS.

 

“For the Kluang district, a total of 300 people from 84 families were evacuated to six PPS while 174 residents from 40 families in the Kota Tinggi district were evacuated to two PPS,” it said in a statement this afternoon.

 

It said in addition to the three roads in Kota Tinggi, Jalan Senai-Gemas and Jalan Jabi-Bukit Tempurung in Segamat were closed to all vehicles.

 

Meanwhile, data from the Department of Irrigation and Drainage shows that four rivers in Johor have passed the danger level with an upward trend, namely Sungai Muar (river mouth of Sungai Gemas) at 19.06 metres, Sungai Lenik (Chaah Plantation) at 6.66 metres, Sungai Segamat (Segamat Kecil) at 38.06 metres and Sungai Kahang (Kampung Contoh) at 14.7 metres.

 

 

Source: BERNAMA News Agency