Kiwi News - Page 41

Scam warning: Fake Google reviews and business listings targeting the vulnerable

Kiwis are being advised to remain alert for fake Google reviews and business listings, as scammers exploit the vulnerable by targeting emergency services.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2019

Phishing

CERT NZ report: Unauthorised account access a growing problem

New Zealanders reported direct financial losses of $1.7 million. While that is still a substantial loss, the figure is a 71% drop from the previous quarter.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2019

Partner Programmes

SecOps launches new DNS service powered by Cisco

SecOps NZ launches cloud-based cybersecurity service to protect against phishing and malware attacks across all devices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2019

Risk & Compliance

Sektor NZ acquires security distie DUO NZ

Sektor New Zealand has acquired cybersecurity distributor DUO New Zealand in order to expand its security portfolio.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019

Risk & Compliance

RSA appoints DUO as NZ distributor

DUO will have access to RSA's technology, exclusive discounts and end-to-end sales and technical support, including training.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019

Partner Programmes

Base 2 and Ginger IT announce merger to strengthen capabilities

New Zealand IT service providers Base 2 and Ginger are merging to enhance their capabilities in delivering IT support for small-to-medium businesses.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2019

Email Security

Spark protects seniors from scammers with new home phone

Nuisance-call blocking landline gives peace of mind around scam calls and new postpaid mobile plans designed specifically for over-65s.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2019

Data sharing

Why Kiwis deserve the right to control their digital identities

Digital Identity NZ champions giving Kiwis control over their digital identities, amid growing concerns about data security and transparency.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019

IT services

NZ Parliament shifts to in-house user IT support

New Zealand's Parliament will transition IT user support in-house from 2019, while Datacom remains the external provider for all other IT services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019

Data Privacy

Renewed concerns over use of personal data, according to survey

New survey reveals 79% of New Zealanders concerned about protection of personal data, with 73% changing online behaviour as a result.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2019

Digital Transformation

Only one in four Kiwis trust organisations to protect personal data

Only 27% of New Zealanders believe their personal data is treated reliably by organisations offering digital services.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 27th May 2019

Cybersecurity

Chillisoft rounds out portfolio with file integrity vendor

Tripwire is the fourth vendor for Chillisoft in six months, adding critical security controls, vulnerability management and file integrity monitoring.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2019

Axis Communications

Optic Security Group celebrates Axis accolade

Auckland-based business security systems provider Fortlock has picked up an award at Axis Communications' annual Oceania Axis Partner Summit 2019.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2019

Law

Deepfakes the 'next wave of concern' - but can law really stomp it out?

Deepfakes present a mounting challenge, with a new study urging comprehensive assessment of existing laws before crafting new regulations to tackle the issue.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 21st May 2019

Cybersecurity

NZ businesses are leaving themselves vulnerable to cyber threats

New Zealand businesses are alarmingly underprepared for cyber-attacks, with only six per cent having adequate protection, warns FintechNZ's James Brown.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 15th May 2019