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Expansion could double reseller margins

Thu, 19th Nov 2009
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network security
WatchGuard's expansion into messaging and content security could see reseller profits soar, doubling margins in the next 1-2 years.
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Cyberwar exposed

Tue, 17th Nov 2009
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distributors
National Journal unveils cyberwar realities, differentiating between cyberwarfare's role in conflict and cybercrime's impact.
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iWorm ikee: Sex and Drugs and Rick and Roll

Fri, 13th Nov 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
A new worm targets jailbroken iPhones, exploiting a vulnerability for those with OpenSSH installed. Time to reset your passwords.
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Scareware dominates October threats

Tue, 10th Nov 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
According to the latest Fortinet report, scareware tactics dominated the October threat landscape and were four times more prominent than in September.
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WatchGuard teams with AVG

Fri, 6th Nov 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard enhances web security by partnering with AVG Technologies, integrating top anti-virus software into its UTM appliances.
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Left 4 Dead 2: First impressions

Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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chillisoft
I've just been dropped off by boat with three other fellow survivors onto a pier on the outskirts of New Orleans.

Renaissance piles on Palo Alto Networking

Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Renaissance Brands secures exclusive NZ distributor deal for Palo Alto Networking, enhancing local access to cutting-edge firewall tech.
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Scareware on the rise

Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet's September report found a spike in the number of scareware malware and several new computer vulnerabilities.
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SonicWall reinvigorates customer program

Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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support
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sonicwall
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unified threat management
SonicWall recently launched its new Customer Advantage Program (CAP), in an effort to provide its partners with more choice, cost savings and flexibility.
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Blog: Truth, fiction and HTTPS

Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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distributors
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hyper
HTTPS can't guarantee safety, warns expert, highlighting misconceptions surrounding web security and the risks of spoofed sites.
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Microsoft makes waves with free AV

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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microsoft
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chillisoft
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distributors
Microsoft's launch of the free Security Essentials stirs the pot as Symantec criticises its effectiveness against modern threats.
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(Win32/)Inductive Reasoning

Tue, 8th Sep 2009
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
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distributors
As of somewhere around 2.45 on Monday, 7th September, Win32/Induc.A represented 0.64% of ESET's worldwide detections for September so far.
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Blog: More infections = a lot more malware, say ESET security experts

Fri, 4th Sep 2009
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malware
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
A malware infection does not equal one malicious file being installed on the system – many files may be affected.
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Kaseya puts down New Zealand roots

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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it automation
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sonicwall
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resellers
Kaseya has appointed Sim Bong as its first New Zealand Country Manager as part of its strategy to grow in the Kiwi market, says CEO Gerald Blackie.
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Review: Norton 360 3.0

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Norton 360 3.0 combines Symantec's Norton Internet Security Suite with PC cleanup tools and a backup utility in a simple interface.
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Honesty is not The Best Policy for Password Resets

Tue, 5th May 2009
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
In a world where personal info is public, being creatively dishonest might just save your online security, suggests ESET's latest advice.
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Mac Musings from ESET

Wed, 22nd Apr 2009
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chillisoft
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distributors
New revelations from ESET highlight how Macs are not immune to cyberattacks, challenging the myth of their invulnerability.
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Chillisoft distributes USB security solution

Mon, 2nd Mar 2009
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malware
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
Chillisoft partners with CoSoSys to bring a new USB security solution to ANZ, turning USB drives into secure backup devices for SOHO users.
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Phishing example from ESET

Mon, 2nd Mar 2009
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phishing
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email security
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risk & compliance
The scam is somewhat more elaborate than many we see, and it's worth a little analysis to see what flags we can extract from it for spotting a phisher at work.
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WiRELESS – unleash your productivity!

Sun, 1st Mar 2009
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uc
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supply chain
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wireless networks
Gone are the days when employees were tethered to their desks in order to fulfil their computer- or data-related tasks.