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CERT NZ: Email extortion & scams hit Kiwis hard in the pocket
Malware

CERT NZ: Email extortion & scams hit Kiwis hard in the pocket

Despite ongoing efforts to raise awareness about online scams and fraud, New Zealanders are still losing staggering amounts of money.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2019
CERT NZ issues critical security controls for 2019
Cybersecurity

CERT NZ issues critical security controls for 2019

The annual list is designed to help businesses prioritise their security controls based on CERT NZ's local and international threat intelligence.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jan 2019
CERT NZ highlights rise of unauthorised access incidents
Malware

CERT NZ highlights rise of unauthorised access incidents

CERT NZ's Q3 report shows an alarming 35% rise in financial losses from cyber incidents, now at NZD $2.9 million, with unauthorised access up by 28%.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Dec 2018
Kiwis losing $24.7mil to scam calls every year
Unified Communications

Kiwis losing $24.7mil to scam calls every year

New Zealanders lose NZD $24.7mil annually to scam calls, prompting the NZ Telecommunications Forum to intensify its anti-fraud campaign.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Nov 2018
Computer Lounge online store hit by security breach
Breach Prevention

Computer Lounge online store hit by security breach

Auckland's Computer Lounge has suffered a months-long security breach. While credit card details are safe, other personal data may have been exposed.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Nov 2018
Quick tips for staying safe online - Cyber Smart Week 2018
Multi-factor authentication

Quick tips for staying safe online - Cyber Smart Week 2018

As Cyber Smart Week 2018 kicks off, CERT NZ urges Kiwis to bolster online defences amid lingering concerns over data breaches like Facebook's.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2018
Cyber threat spotlight: Kiwis report more, lose less in Q2
Firewalls

Cyber threat spotlight: Kiwis report more, lose less in Q2

CERT NZ's latest report shows cyber threats and incident reports increased in Q2, yet monetary losses dropped by 24%, with most under NZD $500.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Sep 2018
Scammers intercepting business emails in fake invoice scams
Email Security

Scammers intercepting business emails in fake invoice scams

CERT NZ is warning New Zealand businesses to be aware of an upsurge in fake invoices, which are often intercepting genuine payments.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018
Have your say: Govt extends feedback deadline for Cyber Security Strategy refresh
Cybersecurity

Have your say: Govt extends feedback deadline for Cyber Security Strategy refresh

The deadline for feedback on New Zealand's proposed Cyber Security Strategy and Action Plan has been extended to September.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jun 2018
Domain Name Commission & CERT NZ to share information about .nz cyber threats
Cybersecurity

Domain Name Commission & CERT NZ to share information about .nz cyber threats

The two agencies have agreed to share certain domain registration information so that they can 'enhance' cybersecurity in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Jun 2018
$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents
Malware

$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents

The first three months of 2018 were busier than ever for cybercriminals, who managed to steal $2.9 million from New Zealanders.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 30th May 2018
Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost

The Government's Budget 2018 will inject an extra $3.9 million for New Zealand's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) over the next four years.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 17th May 2018
CERT NZ honoured to chair new Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network
Security Operations Centres

CERT NZ honoured to chair new Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network

CERT NZ says it is a 'huge honour' to be voted in as the Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network's inaugural chair.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018
CERT NZ's Advisory Board extended for another six months
Trade Me

CERT NZ's Advisory Board extended for another six months

CERT NZ's Advisory Board will continue until 30 September 2018, with Minister Clare Curran praising its expertise in bolstering New Zealand's cybersecurity.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018
Clare Curran targeted in Facebook impersonation; warns Kiwis to be vigilant
Facebook

Clare Curran targeted in Facebook impersonation; warns Kiwis to be vigilant

New Zealand Minister Clare Curran becomes a target of Facebook impersonation and urges Kiwis to report suspicious activity to CERT NZ and boost online security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
CERT NZ issues security alert about Smart Install-enabled Cisco devices
Cisco

CERT NZ issues security alert about Smart Install-enabled Cisco devices

CERT NZ has issued a bulletin about a cyber attack campaign that is targeting Cisco devices that have enabled Smart Install (SMI).

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018

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The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now in action
Security Operations Centres

The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now in action

The Australia-backed Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now live, uniting cybersecurity teams from 14 Pacific nations to bolster regional security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018