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Are you GDPR compliant?
Risk & Compliance

Are you GDPR compliant?

While the GDPR is established in the European Union, businesses of all sizes across the globe need to comply if they meet certain criteria.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
McAfee reports a surge of malware hidden in COVID-19 vaccine appointments
Malware

McAfee reports a surge of malware hidden in COVID-19 vaccine appointments

McAfee has released its latest Mobile Threat Report that finds a surge in new attacks targeting people's anxiety around COVID-19.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Waikato DHB won't face fines for data breach, but may face liability - Privacy Commissioner
Malware

Waikato DHB won't face fines for data breach, but may face liability - Privacy Commissioner

Waikato District Health Board will face liability if harm is caused by patient data leaked in ransomware attack, says Privacy Commissioner.

By RNZ • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Ignorance is bliss — for hackers
Cybersecurity

Ignorance is bliss — for hackers

Failure to employ best-of-breed security practices may result in a very uncomfortable talk with CEOs and boards of directors.

By Woodrow Mosqueda • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Kordia acquires Auckland managed security services firm SecOps NZ
Security Operations Centres

Kordia acquires Auckland managed security services firm SecOps NZ

Kordia strengthens its cybersecurity services with the acquisition of managed security services provider SecOps NZ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Avast finds cybercriminals are targeting gamers with cryptomining malware
Gaming

Avast finds cybercriminals are targeting gamers with cryptomining malware

Cybercriminals are using cracked games to target gamers with cryptomining malware, earning over $2 million in cryptocurrency.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
CrowdStrike takes out number one spot in IDC report
AI Security

CrowdStrike takes out number one spot in IDC report

CrowdStrike tops IDC's Modern Endpoint Security market share rankings, as companies prioritise EDR capabilities in remote work environments during the pandemic.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
Traditional solutions fail to secure organisations against today's malware
Malware

Traditional solutions fail to secure organisations against today's malware

Traditional anti-malware solutions miss nearly 75% of threats, according to new research from WatchGuard Technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
Gamers suffer highest growth in cyberattacks during COVID-19 pandemic
Gaming

Gamers suffer highest growth in cyberattacks during COVID-19 pandemic

Video game industry targeted by cyberattacks in pandemic, suffering over 240 million web application attacks in 2020 - Akamai report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
New Zealand SMEs targeted in cyber attacks - study
Fintech

New Zealand SMEs targeted in cyber attacks - study

Nearly a quarter of New Zealand small and medium-sized businesses have been victims of cyber attacks, with phishing attacks being the most common form.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
Bitcoin cyber attacks surge 200%
Malware

Bitcoin cyber attacks surge 200%

Bitcoin-themed cyber attacks have increased by nearly 200% since October 2020, with phishing and email compromise attacks leading the surge.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
RedShield welcomes new CEO Fabian Partigliani as Andy Prow moves to board role
Cybersecurity

RedShield welcomes new CEO Fabian Partigliani as Andy Prow moves to board role

RedShield appoints Fabian Partigliani as CEO, taking over from cofounder Andy Prow, as the cybersecurity firm aims for global growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
Why compliance is a holistic business enabler—and visibility is key to compliance
Risk & Compliance

Why compliance is a holistic business enabler—and visibility is key to compliance

Compliance has gotten a bad rap in recent years, with the sentiment around organisational compliance being one of 'burden', 'red-tape' and 'imposition'.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021
Review finds NZSIS use of CCTV surveillance 'lawful & responsible'
Surveillance

Review finds NZSIS use of CCTV surveillance 'lawful & responsible'

The Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security is 'satisfied' that CCTV surveillance by NZSIS is not used for general surveillance.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021
Phishing emails harvest personal details from LinkedIn members
Phishing

Phishing emails harvest personal details from LinkedIn members

Phishing emails pretending to be from LinkedIn have been intercepted, aiming to steal personal details, says MailGuard.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021
Almost 300% increase in harmful online content cases reported during pandemic
Cyberbullying

Almost 300% increase in harmful online content cases reported during pandemic

Harmful online content cases have surged by 292% during the pandemic, according to a new study by Report Harmful Content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021
Illumio closes $225m funding round, drives zero trust security
Malware

Illumio closes $225m funding round, drives zero trust security

Illumio secures $225m in Series F funding, with Thoma Bravo leading the round, to reach a valuation of $2.75bn.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jun 2021
Ransomware decreases as criminals customise attacks on larger, more lucrative targets - McAfee Report
Malware

Ransomware decreases as criminals customise attacks on larger, more lucrative targets - McAfee Report

McAfee has released its latest cybersecurity report analysing cybercriminal activity related to malware and cyber threats in the first quarter of 2021.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jun 2021
Microsoft showcases what's new in Windows 11
Unified Communications

Microsoft showcases what's new in Windows 11

Microsoft officially announces details of the upcoming Windows 11 operating system, and yes, it's a free upgrade for eligible Windows 10 PCs.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 25th Jun 2021