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Waikato Uni academic says cybercrime is now bigger than drug trafficking
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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New Zealand business leaders are not taking cybersecurity seriously, says academic, posing significant risks to reputations.
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Holiday alert: Cyberattacks can rise over 20 per cent starting now
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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As we approach the holidays organisations need to be on the lookout for cyber attacks if history offers an indication of what's to come.
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Trend Micro announces acquisition to bolster hybrid cloud security offering
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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​Trend Micro has announced the acquisition of Immunio in a move it says will expand its Hybrid Cloud Security solution scope.
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The top three reasons to reinforce your SIEM with incident management
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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Given the wide scope of SIEM, planning for a smooth transition to the incident management process can prove beneficial for several reasons.
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IBM Security collaborates to launch anti-DNS tracking service
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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Quad9 Domain Name Service protects users from accessing malicious internet sites that are known to steal information and other harmful activities.
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You know you're at risk but what's your identity risk score? Take this survey to find out
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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When it comes to your organisation, can you honestly say you know the risks as well as the back of your hand? How well do you score?.
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Dimension Data ramps up its NZ Cybersecurity Practice
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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Dimension Data New Zealand strengthens its cybersecurity practice to meet growing demand and changing threats.
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Fortlock Group acquires NZ owned tech services company
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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Fortlock Group has acquired Wellington-based Comsmart to strengthen its IT and security solutions, expanding its staff to over 200 across New Zealand.
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McAfee continues 'pure play' mission into cloud security through Skyhigh Networks buyout
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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In an email to stakeholders McAfee CEO Chris Young says Skyhigh is an ‘ideal complement’ to McAfee’s strategy.
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Interview: Aura Information Security explores Cybersecurity-as-a-Service
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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Aura Information Security's Michael Warnock discusses their unique approach to Cybersecurity-as-a-Service in Australia, aiming at mid-market firms.
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Cybercrime selling like hotcakes: Ransomware sales soar 2500% in one year
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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​The way criminals ply their trade has changed dramatically since the rise of the digital era, and not for the better – at least for the victims.
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Firewall-as-a-Service industry will top $2.5b by 2024
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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The Firewall-as-a-Service industry is expected to undergo rapid growth that could surpass $2.5 billion by 2024.
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The importance of two-factor authentication in banking & business
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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New Zealanders urged to use two-factor authentication as part of everyday online interactions, says New Zealand Bankers' Association.
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Cisco & Interpol embark on rapid threat intelligence sharing partnership
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Cisco and INTERPOL’s Global Complex for Innovation (IGCI) are now working together to share threat intelligence.
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Forcepoint updates 'human-centric' security portfolio
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Forcepoint recently revealed updates to several features in its ‘human-centric’ security portfolio designed for government agencies and enterprise.
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NZ Cyber Smart Week: If you just do one thing, start using a password manager
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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As NZ's Cyber Smart Week kicks off, CERT NZ urges businesses to start using password managers to combat the rising threat of compromised credentials.
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Round 2: New line-up of cybersecurity maestros comment on Uber breach
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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We covered an expert commentary story of the Uber breach - this is round 2 with Check Point, Barracuda, Digital Shadows, Mimecast, and Webroot.
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Introducing the next generation of firewalls
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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threat landscape
Revolutionary next-gen firewalls tackle sophisticated cyber threats, ensuring robust protection for modern businesses.
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Industrial security provider PAS Joins RSA Ready Technology Program
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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PAS Global’s Cyber Integrity platform now operates seamlessly with RSA NetWitness Suite, boosting security intelligence for industrial process companies.
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Comodo launches free malware removal tool for websites
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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Comodo launches the first free one-time malware removal tool for websites, aiming to improve eCommerce trust and security with its innovative cWatch platform.