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Top 10 Internet of Things technologies for 2017-2018
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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iot
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wireless networks
The Internet of Things will pose significant challenges for organisations due to the immaturity of technologies and lack of skills, says Gartner.

Ransomware on the rise in Aus and NZ, ESET says
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware on Joomla domains is a growing security threat, warns ESET, as the firm reports a rise in attacks in Australia and New Zealand.

Could a single cyber attack lead to the downfall of the Internet of Things?
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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iot
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cybersecurity
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at&t
As the IoT trend continues to explode, experts are warning heavy financial losses could occur if these connected devices are not properly secured.

'It's not a case of if you'll be breached, but when and how often'
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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siem
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Cyber security has become too important to be left to chance, as security threats are increasing in volume, severity and complexity.

New Android Trojan “Xbot” phishes credit cards and bank accounts, encrypts devices for ransom
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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trojan
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cyber attacks
A new Trojan called Xbot is targeting Android users in Russia and Australia, stealing banking credentials and demanding a ransom.

Dangerous Android banking Trojan breaks into Google Play store
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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fintech
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Identified as ‘one of the most dangerous Android banking Trojans ever seen', the Acecard malware is capable of attacking users of nearly 50 apps.

Mobile malware on the rise, Qualcomm and Avast step in
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Avast chosen by Qualcomm to integrate Snapdragon Smart Protect, a behavioural analysis-based anti-malware technology.

Security technology excellent deterrent, says BP
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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bp
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retail
BP praises plate recognition technology as an ‘excellent deterrent' to petrol theft, saying it has seen a significant reduction in fuel theft as a result.

New cyber insurance website launched for Kiwi SMBs
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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smb
Frank Risk Management pioneers NZ's first online cyber insurance hub for SMEs, offering a digital shield against growing cyber threats.

Why the Government needs to leave Apple and Google encryption alone
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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encryption
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personal computing devices
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google
It doesn’t make any sense to put so much pressure on Apple or Google when in the end, they don’t control all the keys to the kingdom.

ESET jumps from 'niche player' to 'visionary' in endpoint protection
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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gartner magic quadrant
ESET makes the jump from 'niche player' to 'visionary' in Gartner's latest endpoint protection platform magic quadrant. So how did other vendors fare?.

Fortinet: Network security you can trust
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Secure your business and your future with Fortinet to help ensure that your business avoids becoming the latest cyber-crime statistic.

Fortinet: The case for internal firewalls
Thu, 18th Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet protects data from attacks originating inside the datacentre, as today it is not enough to protect against just external intruders.

Fortinet’s Advanced Threat Protection: Secure your sensitive data, ensure your privacy
Thu, 18th Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Securing your data and ensuring your privacy can be difficult tasks. Here is Fortinet’s five step solution to prevent the most persistent threats.

Labour scoffs at KiwiRail's cyber security fail
Wed, 17th Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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labour party
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kiwirail
Labour Party criticises KiwiRail's cyber security, saying the test website was left open to the public allowing free bookings.

Old malware foe active in Aus and NZ
Wed, 17th Feb 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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spam
Bayrob displays a message suggesting the user the downloaded file is incompatible with the system, while it is actually already releasing a Trojan.

Social media a gateway for cyber criminals
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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social media
Experts warn of rising social media threats as cybercriminals exploit personal data, urging firms to bolster digital defences.

Bitdefender gains momentum in MSP market
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Bitdefender has released a new integrated MSP security solution known as LabTech, and announced its participation in ConnectWise’s vendor programme.

Trans-Tasman partnership rallies against spam
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
The Department of Internal Affairs and ACMA are teaming up to combat spam and cybercrime across New Zealand and Australia.

Fortinet ups the ante with updated cybersecurity operating system
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet's new FortiOS 5.4 boosts cybersecurity with enhanced internal segmentation, automated threat intelligence, and robust mobile device protection.