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Google fixes vulnerability in Apps Script - but SaaS is still at risk
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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Security firm Proofpoint recently discovered a vulnerability that allows attackers to take advantage of Google Apps Script.
The rise and rise of ransomware: From CryptoLocker to Cerber
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Since the infamous CryptoLocker first appeared in 2013, we’ve seen a huge wave of file-encrypting ransomware variants extorting money.
Meltdown and Spectre fallout: patching problems persist
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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intel
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spectre
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security vulnerabilities
Patching difficulties persist as the tech industry grapples with the fallout from Meltdown and Spectre, highlighting flaws in nearly all modern processors.
GitHub reveals the global tech policies impacting 2018
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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martech
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apm
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open source
Regulators in Europe, China, and elsewhere are increasingly setting the agenda on issues ranging from data protection to cybersecurity and AI.
Barracuda acquires social engineering platform PhishLine
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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firewalls
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phishing
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email security
PhishLine’s social engineering simulation and training platform expands Barracuda solutions to protect against email-borne targeted attacks.
Bitdefender and NETGEAR partner to bring IoT security to customers
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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endpoint protection
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iot
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edr
This joint offering will secure IoT devices at the WiFi router level, preventing attacks and protecting sensitive user data from cybercriminals.
Flexera releases open source security and compliance platform
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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physical security
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open source
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software development
Software suppliers and buyers can identify high-risk code, prioritise accordingly and channel effort to projects.
Just how dark is the dark web? The rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
These packages allow individuals with little technical skill, to attack businesses and individuals with relative ease.
£400k fine: Is it big enough for Carphone Warehouse’s huge data breach?
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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hackers
The retailer has received a £400k fine after 'striking' security issues & systemic failures led to its 2015 breach - but experts say it's not enough.
Norwood launches enterprise VPN security app
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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vpns
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wireless networks
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apps
World Secure lets organisations easily adjust staff members’ VPN security profiles on the fly in response to evolving cybersecurity threats.
Intel CEO addresses Spectre and Meltdown bugs at CES keynote
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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personal computing devices
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intel
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spectre
Kraznich advised users to apply any updates from your operating system vendor and system manufacturer as soon as they become available.
CASB Bitglass announces zero-day cloud app indexing with machine learning
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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cloud security
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casb
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ai
Zero-day Shadow IT Discovery works by crawling the web, and several other curated datasets to identify, categorise and classify new cloud apps.
Cloud workloads at risk from security, management and compliance failings – research
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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winmagic
Over 33% of respondents reported that data is only partially encrypted in the cloud, and 39% admitted to not having unbroken security audit trails.
SaaS platforms - The new Wild West of malware
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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saas
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malware
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martech
Proofpoint research has found Google Apps Script and normal document sharing capabilities built into Google Apps supports automatic malware downloads.
Cylance appoints ANZ country manager as revenue and growth soar
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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ai security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Cylance names Jason Duerden as ANZ country manager amid remarkable growth, with customer numbers rising 450% and revenue soaring 1323% from 2016 to 2017.
D-Link and McAfee team up on router with integrated endpoint protection
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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endpoint protection
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iot
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smart home
The D-Link AC2600 Wi-Fi router powered by McAfee and Intel’s connected home technology automatically protects all devices connected to the network.
Highly-targeted cyberattacks surround upcoming Winter Olympics
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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casb
McAfee released a report that revealed cybercriminals have targeted organisations involved in fast approaching Winter Olympics held in South Korea.
How to mitigate cyber risks while travelling
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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credit card fraud
Over the past year, compromises of payment card data, network intrusions, and cyberattacks using hotel Wi-Fi have plagued the hospitality industry.
McAfee completes acquisition of SkyHigh Networks
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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cloud security
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iaas
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multi-cloud
McAfee finalises its acquisition of Skyhigh Networks, bolstering its cloud security offerings with advanced CASB technology under its new cloud business unit.
Gartner’s ten predictions for smartphone AI developments
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
Gartner predicts smartphone AI will evolve into personalised companions by 2022, with 80% of devices boasting on-device AI, up from 10% in 2017.