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Internet of Things security firm Nozomi Networks wins excellence award
Thu, 6th Jan 2022
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Nozomi Networks' Vantage solution, a SaaS-powered security platform for IoT networks, has been awarded the 2021 IoT Excellence Award.
6 significant changes to online fraud we saw in 2021
Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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ransomware
SEON Fraud Prevention co-founders discuss the top trends that changed fraud in 2021, including the rise of Ransomware as a Service and easier online fraud.
NZ Govt security information bill passes its first reading
Fri, 31st Dec 2021
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endpoint protection
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nz government
The Security Information in Proceedings Legislation Bill has passed its first reading and will now be considered by Parliament's Justice Committee.
IT leaders need purpose-built PAM solutions, ThycoticCentrify finds
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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pam
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Over half of organizations have faced security incidents due to exposed secrets, but dev teams stick to old processes.
Qualys adds zero-touch patching to Patch Management app
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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malware
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endpoint protection
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ai security
Qualys is integrating zero-touch patching capabilities into its Patch Management solution, reducing overall attack surface and improving cybersecurity.
Ransomware, cyber insurance and unbreakable backup key reflections of 2021
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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Enterprises recognised the need to protect themselves against a ransomware-related class action lawsuit, and began preparations for a worst-case scenario.
Logjam: Log4j exploit attempts continue in globally distributed scans, attacks
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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network infrastructure
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network security
Log4j exploit attempts persist globally, with evidence of scans and attacks, according to Sophos threat researcher Sean Gallagher.
Gartner explains what security leaders need to know, and do, about Log4j
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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Log4j vulnerability prompts urgent action from security leaders. Gartner's Jonathan Care explains risks and steps to take.
Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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software development
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nztech
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skills gap
NZTech has released a statement applauding the Government response to the critical digital skills shortage, but acknowledges that it may not be enough.
Future of trust: Security compliance automation investment set to increase
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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analyst report
80% of APEJ organisations will boost investment in security compliance automation by 15% to meet global regulations, says IDC report.
A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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managed services
Datto is encouraging all MSPs to download a free script developed and made available on GitHub for any Remote Monitoring and Management solution.
1 in 10 servers and web apps vulnerable to Log4Shell
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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datacentre infrastructure
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Only 70% of organizations have scanned for the Log4Shell vulnerability, leaving 10% of assessed assets vulnerable, warns cybersecurity firm Tenable.
The British Council falls victim to two successful ransomware attacks
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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zero trust security
The British Council has admitted to falling victim to two successful ransomware attacks, resulting in 12 days of downtime over five years.
ThycoticCentrify expands service account governance to multi-cloud environments
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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microsoft
Cloud-based service accounts can easily become a security risk if not managed correctly and with the right tools.
TikTok's unveils plans to safeguard and diversify recommendations
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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social media
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online safety
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cybersafety
TikTok has unveiled new details about the platform's work to safeguard and diversify its recommendation system.
Tesserent announces cybersecurity partnership with Vocus
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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tesserent
Tesserent partners with Vocus to address cybersecurity needs, delivering solutions to enterprise clients in Australia and New Zealand.
End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
Unique cyber attacks decrease in Q3 2021, but attacks on individuals rise, says Positive Technologies report. Remote access trojans also on the rise.
Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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network infrastructure
Sophos research reveals how AvosLocker ransomware exploits AnyDesk to launch attacks, bypassing security controls.
IDC: Digital transformation investments lead to increased cyber threats for APAC
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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predictions
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Cyber threat landscape in 2022: IDC predicts increased digital vulnerabilities, collaboration among threat actors, and rise of AI-powered cyber analytics.
Critical Microsoft Office patch exploited by new malware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Sophos has released details of a novel exploit that bypasses a patch for a critical vulnerability affecting the Microsoft Office file format.