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Tarian Technologies launches groundbreaking data security software, Need2Know
Firewalls

Tarian Technologies launches groundbreaking data security software, Need2Know

Tarian Technologies unveils Need2Know, a progressive multi-tier encryption software, enhancing data security measures.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2023
Hundreds of devices declared missing by government departments
Mobile Device Management

Hundreds of devices declared missing by government departments

The findings of 14 Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to the UK's government departments has been released.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2023

Global Stories

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CyFox identifies critical hijacking vulnerability in popular streaming software
Physical Security

CyFox identifies critical hijacking vulnerability in popular streaming software

Critical hijacking vulnerability in Stremio 4.4 puts 5 million users at risk; remote code execution and information theft possible.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Aug 2023
Microsoft top targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020
Physical Security

Microsoft top targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020

Microsoft was the most targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020, as they tried to exploit remote working during the pandemic. DHL came second.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2021
Can we protect against cryptocurrency theft?
Multi-factor authentication

Can we protect against cryptocurrency theft?

Once cryptocurrency is stolen, there is no refund like there is with a bank or credit card company, and governments offer no protection for users.

By Alex Wilson • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020
Tesla takes ex-employee to court for hacking and sharing confidential info
Cartech

Tesla takes ex-employee to court for hacking and sharing confidential info

Tesla has taken a former employee to court for allegedly hacking company data and handing it over to third parties.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jun 2018
Reseller pleads guilty to stealing from vulnerable rural Australians
Physical Security

Reseller pleads guilty to stealing from vulnerable rural Australians

Jackson Temi Anni has been sentenced to 18-months imprisonment for lying about products and taking money directly from consumers' bank accounts.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
“There oughta be a law!”
Unified Communications

“There oughta be a law!”

As the internet evolves, governments in democracies are debating whether it should remain free from regulation, citing child pornography, viruses, and theft.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010

Stories from Other Regions

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ComCom faces security breach from stolen computer equipment
Physical Security

ComCom faces security breach from stolen computer equipment

The Commerce Commission is working with Police after computer equipment was stolen, compromising confidential transcripts from over 200 meetings and interviews.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2019