Barracuda collaborates with CyberCert on simpler compliance certification for Australian businesses. Barracuda Networks | Published 20 May 2026 New relationship will reduce cost and complexity of cybersecurity compliance certification for small-to-medium businesses in A/NZ Barracuda Networks, Inc., the cyber resilience platform leader making security easy for all size business, is collaborating with CyberCert and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to provide small-to-medium businesses (SMB) across Australia and New Zealand with an easy, affordable path to SMB1001 compliance certification through the powerful BarracudaONE platform. SMB1001 is an international, multi-tiered cybersecurity certification standard for SMBs. The standard helps SMBs to demonstrate their cybersecurity maturity while addressing evolving threats. CyberCert offers MSPs a streamlined platform that enables them to provide customers with a trusted, recognised pathway to SMB1001 certification. The capabilities of the intelligent BarracudaONE platform address many of the technical foundations required for SMB1001 compliance - including protection across the major threat vectors such as email, data, network, and applications and the option of security operations centres to detect and respond to threats. The new collaboration with CyberCert enables MSPs that have deployed BarracudaONE to help SMB customers achieve recognised SMB 1001 compliance through certified product packages. It will streamline how organisations buy and implement security products and processes, reducing cost and complexity while helping them achieve compliance outcomes far more quickly. "AI has lowered the barrier for cybercriminals to develop and automate advanced cyberattacks at scale. SMBs are prime targets of these convincing and evasive threats. With the help of CyberCert we can offer our MSP partners SMB1001 certified product packages that give their customers peace of mind. Not only are their businesses protected, but they also meet the official security standards," said Dan McLean, Country Manager, Australia, New Zealand & Pacific Islands at Barracuda. The collaboration between Barracuda and CyberCert covers the following security capabilities towards the SMB1001 security standard: * Email security to address phishing, business email compromise (BEC), account takeover, and malware. * Data protection and recoverability, supporting business continuity and resilience. * Network and remote access protection through firewall and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) options. * Managed XDR for firms requiring an additional layer of threat detection and response. "Our aim at CyberCert is to make it easier for SMBs to achieve cybersecurity compliance in an ever-changing threat landscape. Our collaboration with Barracuda does just that. By combining the broad protection of the BarracudaONE platform with globally accredited SMB1001 certification, MSPs will be able deliver true cyber resilience for their clients in a simple, cost-effective way," said Ryan Ettridge, Co-Founder and CEO of CyberCert. The agreement also includes Barracuda-sponsored CyberCert Certification Credits to reduce cost barriers for SMBs. MSPs can claim sponsored CyberCert Credits when they pilot BarracudaONE and unlock further sponsored credits for each SMB client they bring through to certification. For more information on the Barracuda and CyberCert collaboration and how it can bolster MSP client offerings, please visit https://partners.cybercert.ai/en-us/sponsors/barracuda. About CyberCert / SMB1001 CyberCert is the certification body behind SMB1001, the international cybersecurity standard designed specifically for small and midsize businesses. Built to be practical, technician-led, and recognised by insurers, enterprises, and governments, SMB1001 provides SMBs with proof of cyber resilience while creating new opportunities for MSPs. About Barracuda Barracuda is a leading global cybersecurity company delivering complete resilience made easy to buy, deploy and use through a partner-first model. Our intelligent BarracudaONE platform provides cyber resilience across email, data, applications, networks, and managed XDR within an open ecosystem. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of organizations and partners worldwide, Barracuda delivers industry-leading solutions and support, powered by people and enhanced by AI, for all size business.

Stop phishing attacks with Barracuda AI email security. Email security has never been more critical for businesses. With phishing attacks rising in frequency and sophistication, protecting your organization's digital assets and reputation requires more than traditional tools. At Innovative Integration, Innovative Integration, Inc. partner with industry leaders like Barracuda Networks to deliver intelligent, AI-driven email security solutions that help organizations move beyond legacy defenses and confidently face today's cyber threats. More hooks than ever: the rising threat of phishing attacks. According to research from 2025, email has taken the lead as the number one attack vector for organizations today. In fact, estimates suggest agentic phishing attacks will exceed 42% of all global breaches in 2026. The costs? Phishing attacks are one of the costliest threats, averaging 4.8 million per attack. Factoring in data breaches, operational downtime, regulatory fines, and long-lasting reputational damage, phishing attacks are a danger you don't want to be caught up in, yet it's becoming harder and harder to stay off the hook. So why are phishing attacks so successful? Modern cybercriminals use sophisticated tactics, including AI-generated language, personalized social engineering, and deepfake technology that easily bypasses traditional filters. They leverage current events, impersonate executives, and even hijack email threads, making detection and prevention incredibly challenging. Why traditional email security fails. Legacy email filters and standard security solutions rely on rules and signatures to block malicious content. Unfortunately, attackers have evolved faster than these static defenses. Common gaps include: Zero-day threats. New attacks exploit unknown vulnerabilities, sneaking past filters. Social engineering. Spear-phishing and business email compromise use convincing (but fraudulent) messages. False positives & user error. Overly strict filters block legitimate messages, inconveniencing users. Meanwhile, employees may still fall for sophisticated lures. For IT directors and security leaders, this means more time spent responding to incidents, tracing the source of threats, and addressing user mistakes rather than focusing on strategy and innovation. Modernizing email security: the power of AI & Barracuda. Today's most advanced email security solutions harness the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Barracuda's AI-driven email security continually analyzes billions of messages, learning from emerging threat patterns, adapting in real time, and stopping targeted phishing attacks before they ever reach user inboxes. Key capabilities of Barracuda AI email security include: * Intelligent threat detection: Identifies malicious links, attachments, and account takeovers - even in real-time conversations. * Automated remediation: Instantly removes suspicious emails across all mailboxes at the first sign of compromise. * Granular policy management: Customizes protection by user group, department, or business unit. * Seamless integrations: Protects Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and hybrid environments. AI-Driven Cybersecurity: Why Most Organizations Overpay and How to Get Enterprise-Grade Protection for Less Your business excels with better email security. With Barracuda AI email security, you can expect: * Reduced phishing incidents and advanced threat coverage * Significant time savings for IT and security teams * Improved compliance and audit readiness * Peace of mind that your staff and sensitive data are protected Implementing Barracuda email security with Innovative Integration. Protecting your organization is not just about deploying the right technology. It's about aligning that technology with your unique needs and business goals. That's where Innovative Integration makes the difference. As a Barracuda Networks partner and trusted managed security services provider, Innovative Integration, Inc. offer high-level expertise and a truly consultative approach. Its team assesses your current email security posture, deploys Barracuda's solution, and manages ongoing monitoring, tuning, and incident response, freeing your internal IT resources for high-value projects. Innovative Integration, Inc. can also integrate Barracuda email security with your broader managed stack, including its I3Security platform, backup and disaster recovery, and compliance services, providing layered, end-to-end protection. Take the next step - let's strengthen your email security. Don't let your organization become another part of a statistic to a growing problem. Innovative Integration's team is ready to help you assess your current email security, demonstrate Barracuda's AI-driven platform, and build a resilient defense customized to your business. Contact Innovative Integration, Inc. today for a free assessment or to schedule a personalized demo. Innovative Integration Inc. Innovative Integration Inc, established in 2005, is a trusted provider of Managed IT and Cybersecurity Services in Indiana. Specializing in optimizing technology solutions, their experienced team navigates the ever-changing IT landscape to create long-term partnerships with customers. Their mission is to deliver technology solutions and service expertise to secure businesses and facilitate operational goals, ultimately creating partnerships by applying innovative technology solutions aligned with business needs.