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Why a more secure organisation is a collective responsibility
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Why a more secure organisation is a collective responsibility

Massive shift to remote working during the pandemic has accelerated the adoption of hybrid cloud, while increasing the risk of cyberattacks.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Apr 2021
Fujitsu, Trend Micro team up to secure private 5G
Unified Communications

Fujitsu, Trend Micro team up to secure private 5G

Fujitsu and Trend Micro partner to focus on securing private 5G networks in smart factories. A field trial will be conducted until September 2021.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Apr 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware VP on the challenges of cloud security
Firewalls

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware VP on the challenges of cloud security

IT security company, Radware, discusses the challenges and solutions surrounding cloud security in an interview with TechDay.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Apr 2021
ESET reveals APT groups exploiting Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities
Microsoft

ESET reveals APT groups exploiting Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities

A number of advanced persistent threat (APT) groups are exploiting the latest Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities, according to new ESET research.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Mar 2021
COVID-19 pandemic propels uptake of cyber threat intelligence
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

COVID-19 pandemic propels uptake of cyber threat intelligence

The COVID-19 pandemic is pushing organisations of all sizes to up their security game, for one implementing Cyber threat intelligence (CTI) programmes.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Mar 2021
Anomali picks up pace on APJ expansion with exec appointment
Cybersecurity

Anomali picks up pace on APJ expansion with exec appointment

Cybersecurity firm Anomali has appointed channel sales specialist Stree Naidu to lead its business across APJ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Mar 2021
Hyperconnectivity market represents billion-dollar opportunities, analysts find
Hyperconnectivity

Hyperconnectivity market represents billion-dollar opportunities, analysts find

Hyperconnectivity market offers billion-dollar opportunities, says Frost - Sullivan analysis. Device-to-person ratio to exceed 20 to 1 by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Mar 2021
Sandbox evasion malware used for cyber espionage, new study shows
Malware

Sandbox evasion malware used for cyber espionage, new study shows

The company's findings show that 25% of that malware was active in 2019-2020, and that at least 23 APT groups around the world have used them in attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
Connected car technology vulnerable to cyber attacks - Trend Mirco
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Connected car technology vulnerable to cyber attacks - Trend Mirco

Connected car technology is vulnerable to cyber attacks, says cybersecurity firm Trend Micro in a new report. .

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021
Increase in emergence of new cloud watering hole attacks
Virtualisation

Increase in emergence of new cloud watering hole attacks

There is an increased adoption of managed infrastructure services and emergence of new cloud watering hole attacks, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Feb 2021
Cyber-pandemic: The most notable cyber attacks of 2020
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Cyber-pandemic: The most notable cyber attacks of 2020

2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic saw employees move to remote working, keeping IT professionals on high alert for cyberattacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2021
Creating a strong culture of security within organisations
Firewalls

Creating a strong culture of security within organisations

The human element is often overlooked in cybersecurity. Training, collaboration, and policies are key to creating a strong cybersecurity culture.

By Corne Mare • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2021
Organisations investing significant time modifying web application firewalls
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Organisations investing significant time modifying web application firewalls

85% of organisations spend significant time modifying web application firewalls to combat cybersecurity threats, says Neustar.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Feb 2021
Imperva updates WAAP and Data Security offerings with emphasis on simplicity
Distributed Denial of Service

Imperva updates WAAP and Data Security offerings with emphasis on simplicity

Imperva has enhanced its Web Application and API Protection products to help businesses tackle complex cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
Extortion, ransom-related DDoS attacks surged in 2020
Distributed Denial of Service

Extortion, ransom-related DDoS attacks surged in 2020

There was a 154% increase in the number of cyber attacks between 2019 and 2020, with growth in ransom-related DDoS.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
More than 80% of APAC organisations suffered a cyber attack in 2020 - study
Cybersecurity

More than 80% of APAC organisations suffered a cyber attack in 2020 - study

One fifth of organisations across the Asia Pacific were hit by at least seven cyber attacks in the past 12 months.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Feb 2021
Ensign and Cybereason expand security offerings with partnership
Endpoint Protection

Ensign and Cybereason expand security offerings with partnership

Ensign InfoSecurity and Cybereason team up to expand cybersecurity solutions and services, allowing customers to access the Cybereason Defense Platform.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jan 2021

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Barracuda survey reveals top security concerns for Australian businesses
Firewalls

Barracuda survey reveals top security concerns for Australian businesses

Loss of customers and data are top concerns for Australian businesses, says Barracuda survey. Cyber attacks have increased by 20% since 2017.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Feb 2021