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Waikato Uni researcher travels to NATO's cybersecurity hub
Cybersecurity

Waikato Uni researcher travels to NATO's cybersecurity hub

University of Waikato lecturer examines NATO's approach to deterring cyber attacks, highlighting the need for international norms and cyber resilience.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Global Stories

Cyber attacks stories

Android malware used to target North Korean defectors
Malware

Android malware used to target North Korean defectors

A malware called RedDawn used Google Play to apparently target North Korean defectors, according to security firm McAfee.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Biometrics: Adding the human touch to cybersecurity
Biometrics

Biometrics: Adding the human touch to cybersecurity

Biometric security is no longer confined to sci-fi movies like Star Trek or spy films such as the Kingsman and James Bond series.

By Raphael de Cormis • 4 min read • Wed, 16th May 2018
APAC to lead market growth in botnet detection solutions and services
Distributed Denial of Service

APAC to lead market growth in botnet detection solutions and services

Asia Pacific will experience a 36% CAGR for botnet detection solutions and services, exceeding growth rates in North America and Europe.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 15th May 2018
Cyberattacks imminent for Western businesses due to Trump's actions
Cybersecurity

Cyberattacks imminent for Western businesses due to Trump's actions

Trump's decision not to renew Iran sanction waivers puts Western businesses at risk of imminent, aggressive cyberattacks, warns Recorded Future.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018
Auckland, you're invited: Secure your spot at the MSP event of the year
IT Automation

Auckland, you're invited: Secure your spot at the MSP event of the year

Kaseya's MSP event on 22 May 2018 at Sofitel Auckland offers insights on cybersecurity, emerging tech, and growth strategies. Secure your spot today!.

By Julia Gabel • 1 min read • Mon, 7th May 2018
NHS signs £150m cybersecurity deal with Microsoft – but is it enough?
Malware

NHS signs £150m cybersecurity deal with Microsoft – but is it enough?

Following the fiasco caused by the WannaCry ransomware attack nearly a year ago, NHS has bolstered its defences with a big investment.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2018
Why your organisation now needs to worry about IPv6 attacks
Firewalls

Why your organisation now needs to worry about IPv6 attacks

As IPv6 adoption increases globally, a new threat landscape emerges. Organisations must urgently address the rising risks of IPv6-specific cyberattacks.

By Wesley George • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2018
'World's biggest' DDoS market BUSTED, but experts remain cynical
Distributed Denial of Service

'World's biggest' DDoS market BUSTED, but experts remain cynical

Europol has announced another major takedown that is a triumph for the 'good guys', but experts say it only shows how easy it is for cybercriminals.

By Ashton Young • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Apr 2018
Britain maintains it has the most cybersecure railway in Europe
Cybersecurity

Britain maintains it has the most cybersecure railway in Europe

Network Rail prioritizes cybersecurity to maintain safe and reliable railway systems, protecting against cyberthreats.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Apr 2018
Australia the best in the world... at being breached
Cybersecurity

Australia the best in the world... at being breached

Australia may have just cleaned up at the Commonwealth Games, but it appears the nation still has a lot to learn when it comes to cybersecurity.

By Ashton Young • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Apr 2018
Expert insights: Should we be preparing for cyberwar with Russia?
Breach Prevention

Expert insights: Should we be preparing for cyberwar with Russia?

Days after the missile strike on Syria by Western powers, fears are growing over a potential retaliation by Russia - here's what the experts think.

By Ashton Young • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Apr 2018
IBM Security unveils new AI platform to defend against cyberattacks
Security Operations Centres

IBM Security unveils new AI platform to defend against cyberattacks

The company has invested more than 200,000 hours of R&D into this platform, which includes technologies from Cisco, McAfee, Symantec and others.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Apr 2018
Cyber attackers still using oldest tricks in the book - yet they're still so good at hiding
Malware

Cyber attackers still using oldest tricks in the book - yet they're still so good at hiding

Attackers are swift to ramp up the volume of attempts to break through defences once they find an effective technique.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Apr 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

Carbon Black announces HKT as one of its newest MSSP partners
Managed Security Services Provider

Carbon Black announces HKT as one of its newest MSSP partners

HKT will use its MSSP status to offer a comprehensive suite of managed security services, including Carbon Black's Cb Defense and Cb Response.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018
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
Why every business needs more control over its data
Cloud Security

Why every business needs more control over its data

There are three main drivers for organisations to think carefully about how they manage the security of the information they store, transmit and use.

By Allan Robertson • 5 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018