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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Introducing the next generation of firewalls
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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Revolutionary next-gen firewalls tackle sophisticated cyber threats, ensuring robust protection for modern businesses.

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.

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.