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Cyber Threats stories - Page 55

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Here’s what the threat landscape currently looks like, according to Fortinet
Fri, 22nd Jun 2018
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Fortinet says there are indications that some cybercriminals now prefer hijacking systems and using them for cryptomining.
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Workplace culture: The first line of infosec defence
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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A company’s greatest data security threat isn’t tech-related; it’s a lax workplace culture. Here are four essential steps to fortify your organisation.
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New Zealander appointed as Global Cyber Alliance ambassador
Wed, 6th Jun 2018
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New Zealander Tony Krzyzewski is one of eight international ambassadors appointed to the Global Cyber Alliance.
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How top CIOs prevent cyber threats
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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With malicious actors launching increasingly bold attacks, these are the top strategies CISOs use to fend off the danger.
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Growing IoT adoption putting Australians at risk of cyber attacks
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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IoT adoption rises 55% in Australia, but lack of security puts consumers at risk of cyber attacks, warns report.
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Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost
Thu, 17th May 2018
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The Government’s Budget 2018 will inject an extra $3.9 million for New Zealand’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) over the next four years.
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North Korea's threat actors operating from other countries
Mon, 7th May 2018
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North Korea conducts malicious cyber operations from countries including India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Nepal, Kenya, Mozambique, Indonesia, and China.
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Cryptominers posing a new threat for enterprise IT infrastructures
Fri, 4th May 2018
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As well as viruses, trojans, worms and ransomware attacks, IT managers now have a new threat to worry about: cryptominers.
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Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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The strategy will protect government agencies and networks from cyber hacking threats, and will also help to protect the privacy of Victorians.
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34 tech heavyweights stand strong: Protecting the globe from cyber threats
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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Not only with the companies protect customers, they've also vowed not to help governments who want to go on the cyber offensive.
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You’re invited: Sydney’s 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum
Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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Join leading security experts and execs at Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum from April 30 to May 2. Secure your spot now!.
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Malicious 'bad bots' account for more web traffic than ever before
Wed, 28th Mar 2018
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4% of bad bot traffic is made up of moderate or sophisticated bots, which evade detection by distributing their attacks over multiple IP addresses.
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Kiwi SMBs strengthen their cyber defences as threats rise
Tue, 27th Mar 2018
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Results from the survey found that 89% of SMBs have signed up for security solutions to protect against threats.
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eCommerce requires beefed up cybersecurity to function well
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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In an increasingly interconnected world, online shopping and electronic transactions have now transcended its innovation status.
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Three key elements to protect Kiwi enterprises from cyber threats
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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Executive teams must invest in continually improving security management processes to prevent successful attacks.
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Cybersecurity Advisors Network appoints Sydney-based APAC representative
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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Peter Coroneos will now lead the Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN) efforts across Asia Pacific. He is based in Sydney.
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CrowdStrike compiles 'casebook' of cybersecurity's important lessons
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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The casebook found that attack trends towards fileless malware, such as those that execute code from memory, made up 66% of all attacks.
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Interview: Hivint's cofounder on Security Colony & the power of the hive approach
Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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Nick Ellsmore, co-founder of Hivint and Security Colony, talks about the importance of collective security in tackling cyber threats.
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Half of IT executives want to detect in-progress attacks before it's too late
Tue, 17th Oct 2017
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Nearly half of IT executives seek real-time threat detection, reveals an RSA study, pointing to automation as a key tool to speed up response times.
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How to drop complexity and move to a more efficient security strategy
Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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Organisations should shift their focus from reacting to cyber threats to adopting proactive measures, according to CenturyLink.