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Data center security market taking off, set to reach $15 billion
Hyperscale

Data center security market taking off, set to reach $15 billion

Amid rising cyber threats, the data center security market is poised to hit a robust $15 billion by 2024, Heka Reports says.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
How to be the cat - not the mouse - in the fight against zero-day malware
Malware

How to be the cat - not the mouse - in the fight against zero-day malware

Zero-day malware mutations can spell disaster for networks, as they can often get in completely undetected by traditional security protection.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
IN PICS: Okta's Identity & Mobility Forum 2016
Okta

IN PICS: Okta's Identity & Mobility Forum 2016

Okta's Identity and Mobility event launches in Sydney, spotlighting the cloud and mobile realm with leading industry figures.

By Sam Worthington • 1 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
Unisys keeps operations local in Asia Pacific with new security experts
Cybersecurity

Unisys keeps operations local in Asia Pacific with new security experts

Unisys is reaffirming its commitment to the Asia Pacific region, with the appointment of three new security experts covering design, sales & delivery.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
Ransomware: Expert advice on how to keep safe and secure
Malware

Ransomware: Expert advice on how to keep safe and secure

Paying criminals is never a good idea, even when it seems expedient. Ransomware authors are under no obligation to give you back what you pay.

By Lisa Myers • 7 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
Okta fast becoming a household name in APAC
Okta

Okta fast becoming a household name in APAC

Okta showcases its Identity and Mobility Forum in Sydney, highlighting its growth and position as the number one identity management vendor in Australia.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
Mass adoption of cloud and rise of digital business blurring traditional cyber security
Digital Transformation

Mass adoption of cloud and rise of digital business blurring traditional cyber security

Kiwi businesses' cyber security risk profile is being affected by their reliance on basic penetration tests, says a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
Are Kiwi employees in the dark when It comes to cyber security?
Malware

Are Kiwi employees in the dark when It comes to cyber security?

Only 17% of New Zealanders have received training on cyber security at work, despite being affected by cybercrime.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016
iOS 10 & MacOS Sierra abandon PPTP VPN; focus on better encryption
Virtual Private Networks

iOS 10 & MacOS Sierra abandon PPTP VPN; focus on better encryption

It seems that iOS 10 and macOS Sierra users can't use PPTP VPNs, after it was discovered that the new systems no longer support older security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016
What to choose: Better data, or better algorithms?
Data Analytics

What to choose: Better data, or better algorithms?

In the digital arms race, is it better data or smarter algorithms that give the edge in detecting cyber threats? The debate continues.

By Anton Chuvakin • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016
Threat fatigue and the failure of cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Threat fatigue and the failure of cybersecurity

People are becoming desensitised to cyber threats and questioning the value of cybersecurity, according to a recent study by NIST.

By Earl Perkins • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Oct 2016
Go Phish – how to spot a ransomware email
Malware

Go Phish – how to spot a ransomware email

With the crooks becoming smarter and more sophisticated every day, what does a modern day phishing email actually look like?.

By Justin Peters • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Oct 2016
Counting down to Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016 - stunning new feature added to lineup
DevOps

Counting down to Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016 - stunning new feature added to lineup

NZ's largest tech event is taking place this month - not one to miss as thoughts will be sparked, questions will be answered and fun will be had.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Oct 2016
DDoS attacks are 'no longer isolated events'
Malware

DDoS attacks are 'no longer isolated events'

34% of cyberattacks in APAC involved ransomware and malware, according to Neustar. DDoS attacks can cause significant damage to organisations.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016
Akamai ramps up security strategy with latest acquisition
Cloud Services

Akamai ramps up security strategy with latest acquisition

Akamai Technologies acquires Soha Systems to enhance its cloud security strategy and accelerate enterprise applications.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016
New phishing weapon in Menlo's cyber security arsenal
Malware

New phishing weapon in Menlo's cyber security arsenal

Menlo Security has expanded its Menlo Security Isolation Platform to include a new phishing prevention solution.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016
Carbon Black & IBM form strategic security match up
IBM

Carbon Black & IBM form strategic security match up

Carbon Black and IBM Security have partnered to offer businesses a more streamlined security management system and simpler response to cyberattacks.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016
As the silly season approaches, ransomware attacks spike
Malware

As the silly season approaches, ransomware attacks spike

Ransomware attacks are set to surge as the festive season increases online shopping, warns Aura Information Security.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016
Cyber security can unlock economic growth, according to experts
Cybersecurity

Cyber security can unlock economic growth, according to experts

Digital businesses have distinct cyber security advantages over traditional businesses, making them less vulnerable to cyber attacks, according to CSC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016