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In-depth: Norton by Symantec explains how Kiwi SMBs lose $19,000 from cyber attacks
Malware

In-depth: Norton by Symantec explains how Kiwi SMBs lose $19,000 from cyber attacks

Cyber blows to Kiwi SMBs average £19k, Norton survey shows. Urgent action needed as attacks surge, with email scams top culprit.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2017
Ubiquity launches cybersecurity solution for NZ businesses
Endpoint Protection

Ubiquity launches cybersecurity solution for NZ businesses

Auckland-based marketing and automation provider Ubiquity has launched a new cybersecurity solution, CyberSecure 360.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2017
Trust in transformation: The Blockchain.NZ conference returns to Auckland this May
Crypto

Trust in transformation: The Blockchain.NZ conference returns to Auckland this May

The Blockchain.NZ is coming back to Auckland on May 8-11 to help New Zealand discover the true blockchain potential for business.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2017
NMIT launches postgrad diploma to boost NZ's cybersecurity skills
Cybersecurity

NMIT launches postgrad diploma to boost NZ's cybersecurity skills

The Nelson-Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is the latest institution to deliver cybersecurity training to IT staff and undergraduates.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Mar 2017
Weekly NZ security roundup: RedShield, Palo Alto Networks, non-malware attacks and firewalls
Firewalls

Weekly NZ security roundup: RedShield, Palo Alto Networks, non-malware attacks and firewalls

NZ's cyber-front tackles evolving threats: Insights on non-malware attacks, innovative defenses like Palo Alto's tech, and data breach laws.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2017
​Should insurance cover cyber crime theft? Another Kiwi duped
Email Security

​Should insurance cover cyber crime theft? Another Kiwi duped

A Kiwi has lost NZD $8000 to a cyber scam, revealing gaps in insurance coverage for such theft. Should home contents policies cover cyber crime?.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2017
Interview: RedShield's lowdown on TLS, DDoS & why breach legislation is good for everyone
Distributed Denial of Service

Interview: RedShield's lowdown on TLS, DDoS & why breach legislation is good for everyone

RedShield's founder and CTO Sam Pickles talks about the company's research into attack techniques and the evolving threat of DoS attacks.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2017
Waikato Uni student presents cybersecurity research to Tongan IT experts
Cybersecurity

Waikato Uni student presents cybersecurity research to Tongan IT experts

The University of Waikato has sent a student to present a cyber security thesis to more than 20 information system personnel in Tonga.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2017
Microsoft NZ survey outlines state of play for cloud and security
Hybrid Cloud

Microsoft NZ survey outlines state of play for cloud and security

New survey data from Microsoft NZ shows a growing preference for hybrid cloud as IT leaders juggle legacy infrastructure and tightening budgets.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017
Weekly NZ security roundup: 31c0n, cyber threats, Darknet and Mimecast
Malware

Weekly NZ security roundup: 31c0n, cyber threats, Darknet and Mimecast

NZ's cybersecurity scene is abuzz with 31c0n insights, stark cyber risks, Darknet exposés, and Mimecast's email defence revelations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Feb 2017
NZ's premier security conference 31c0n probes unanswered questions in two-day event
Cybersecurity

NZ's premier security conference 31c0n probes unanswered questions in two-day event

An intimate and devoted group of 160 security professionals have descended on the Viaduct Events Centre today as part of 31c0n.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
NZ directors believe cyber risk tops the threat list for 2017
Risk & Compliance

NZ directors believe cyber risk tops the threat list for 2017

Cyber attacks are predicted to be the biggest threat to New Zealand this year, according to a survey by Marsh.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2017
Kiwi CEOs: Skills shortage, cyber security & the digitised world
PwC

Kiwi CEOs: Skills shortage, cyber security & the digitised world

New Zealand CEOs concerned about technology skills shortage and rise of technological risks, according to PwC survey.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Feb 2017
IT industry heavy hitters heading to the ring for charity fight
IntegrationWorks

IT industry heavy hitters heading to the ring for charity fight

More than 180 IT staff from Auckland and Wellington are taking to the boxing ring as part of this year's IT Heavy Hitters boxing event.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Feb 2017
Tackling NZ cybercrime in 2017: Why recovery is just as important as prevention
Disaster Recovery

Tackling NZ cybercrime in 2017: Why recovery is just as important as prevention

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.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Feb 2017
At it again: Scammers targeting Kiwi elderly
Email Security

At it again: Scammers targeting Kiwi elderly

In some cases, the caller had threatened to immediately disconnect their power if payment was not made immediately.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Feb 2017
NZ govt urges Kiwi to be cautious online
Cybersecurity

NZ govt urges Kiwi to be cautious online

New Zealand Government urges Kiwis to stay safe online as International Safer Internet Day takes place this week.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
NZ dodging malware bullets better than most, new Microsoft report finds
Malware

NZ dodging malware bullets better than most, new Microsoft report finds

In the second quarter of 2016, 11.8% of New Zealand computers encountered malware attacks, compared to the worldwide rate of 20.8%.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2017
Online bullying worse than the playground
Symantec

Online bullying worse than the playground

More New Zealand parents worry about their children being bullied online than on a playground, according to a report from Norton by Symantec.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2017