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ICIT paper reveals why signature-based malware prevention is dead
Mon, 13th Feb 2017
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cybersecurity
New research from ICIT says that cybersecurity that uses artificial intelligence (AI) is the way forward, because traditional solutions are now dead.
Brute force RDP attacks plant CRYSIS ransomware in ANZ region
Mon, 13th Feb 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
In September 2016, we noticed that operators of the updated CRYSIS ransomware family were targeting Australia and New Zealand businesses.
Tackling NZ cybercrime in 2017: Why recovery is just as important as prevention
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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dr
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Whichever way you look at it, cyber security is essential for New Zealand businesses and businesses across the country can't afford to take any risks.
At it again: Scammers targeting Kiwi elderly
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
In some cases, the caller had threatened to immediately disconnect their power if payment was not made immediately.
Proofpoint unveils the biggest cyber threat hotspots from Q4 2016
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Q4 2016 saw the biggest malicious email campaign yet, which was 6.7 times bigger than Q3. Both campaigns were all about the notorious Locky.
Menlo Security uncovers sophisticated spear phishing attack at well-known enterprise
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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phishing
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email security
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email
Existing security solutions failed to detect a sophisticated and dangerous spear phishing attack at well-known enterprise, Menlo Security says.
Fortinet's security fabric tackles IoT vulnerabilities head on
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet beefs up IoT defence, offering a strategic security fabric to address a growing cyber threat landscape in a connected world.
Entrust your cyber security secrets to a safe pair of hands
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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we live security
Imagine, if you will, that your security is flawless, and not a single other person can access your sensitive accounts or information.
Hands-on review: Acronis True Image 2017 New Generation - features abound
Fri, 10th Feb 2017
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gaming
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dr
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blockchain
This backup software has military grade protection, tons of customisation, a smooth UI, and many other tools and features that I'm in love with.
Malwarebytes buys Saferbytes in move to snap up self-learning tech
Thu, 9th Feb 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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m&a
Global anti-malware heavyweight Malwarebytes has acquired Italian cybersecurity startup Saferbytes for an undisclosed amount.
Webroot's new products harness machine learning for network & web traffic security
Thu, 9th Feb 2017
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malware
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ai security
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ai
Webroot is promising deep network and web traffic visibility in its latest platform expansion, as it brings machine learning on board.
SonicWall report: Cybersecurity is not a battle of attrition, it's an arms race
Thu, 9th Feb 2017
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malware
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ddos
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cybersecurity
2017 SonicWall Annual Threat Report reveals rise in ransomware, IoT, and encrypted traffic, posing new challenges to cybersecurity professionals.
The continuous subtleties of data privacy and security
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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data protection
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data analytics
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martech
Global data privacy muddle dissected in FT's latest Comment piece, spotlighting the legal labyrinth across borders.
Trend Micro takes out top spot in Gartner Magic Quadrant
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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endpoint protection
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microsoft
Trend Micro has taken the most prized spot in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms, featuring both the highest and furthest.
Sophos holds strong in Magic Quadrant as industry catches up to new era of endpoint security
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Amongst the Magic Quadrant leaders is global endpoint and network provider Sophos, which has held a Leader position since 2007.
NZ govt urges Kiwi to be cautious online
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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cybersecurity
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government
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safer internet day
New Zealand Government urges Kiwis to stay safe online as International Safer Internet Day takes place this week.
Palo Alto amplifies endpoint platform to tackle credential theft
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Credential abuse and theft are two main ways threat actors are able to compromise and move within an organisation to steal valuable assets.
Trend Micro's lowdown on the bug that puts Windows systems at risk of DoS attacks
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Memory corruption bug in Windows OS can cause DoS attack and remote code execution, with no current solution available.
With ever-shifting sands, knowledge is the ultimate power in cyber security
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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security breaches
Hackers are like burglars targeting vulnerable homes: they look for easy access and attack the least protected targets first. #cybersecurity.
Phishing scammers target PayPal in very well crafted attack, Proofpoint finds
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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phishing
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martech
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commerce systems
Scammers are finding increasingly cunning ways to capitalise on the reach and popularity of the world’s global brands. This time PayPal is the target.