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NZ's new Cyber Security Skills Taskforce: 'New Zealand can grow its own talent'
Cybersecurity

NZ's new Cyber Security Skills Taskforce: 'New Zealand can grow its own talent'

New Zealand's new Cyber Security Skills Taskforce has one mission: to address the shortage of New Zealand cyber professionals.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
'Tens of thousands' of contact info released as NZNO falls to Yahoo phishing scam
Phishing

'Tens of thousands' of contact info released as NZNO falls to Yahoo phishing scam

New Zealand Nurses Organisation hit by phishing scam, leaks email addresses of members. Investigation underway.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
Kiwi businesses not up to scratch with cyber insurance
Symantec

Kiwi businesses not up to scratch with cyber insurance

New Zealand's small businesses lag in cyber insurance uptake, with only 6% covered and 9% considering it essential for future resilience.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016

Global Stories

Cyber attacks stories

Understanding why Risk Intelligence is a true game changer for MSPs
Partner Programmes

Understanding why Risk Intelligence is a true game changer for MSPs

With an increasingly regulated and hostile Internet, MSPs are forced to move at the pace dictated by cybercriminals - Risk Intelligence can help.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Nov 2016
Taiwan a regular target of cyber espionage
Firewalls

Taiwan a regular target of cyber espionage

Taiwan faces sustained cyber attacks, with officials and energy firms targeted by espionage campaign, reports Palo Alto Networks.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2016
The 2017 National Disaster Recovery Survey - win $200
Disaster Recovery

The 2017 National Disaster Recovery Survey - win $200

Is your current disaster recovery solution suitable for your needs? Take this simple survey and be in to win $200.

By Ashton Young • 1 min read • Sat, 26th Nov 2016
The odd, 8-year legacy of the Conficker worm
Malware

The odd, 8-year legacy of the Conficker worm

Conficker's legacy lingers eight years after it first emerged, infecting 11 million devices worldwide and costing up to USD $9 billion in cleanup.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
A quarter of Australian firms ignorant about their own cyber defences, survey finds
Cybersecurity

A quarter of Australian firms ignorant about their own cyber defences, survey finds

Australian businesses are getting better at reporting cyber attacks but still remain ignorant about their own defences, a new survey has found.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016
Intel Security looks to rally channel with 'edgier' McAfee brand
Cloud Access Security Broker

Intel Security looks to rally channel with 'edgier' McAfee brand

McAfee makes a comeback, post-Intel, debuting 'edgier' solutions to outwit rivals and redefine cybersecurity with new intelligence-sharing ethos.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Working in the cyber security industry
Malware

Working in the cyber security industry

Diving into cyber security careers, industry experts reveal the skills needed to fight cybercrime and the dynamic nature of this ever-evolving field.

By David Harley • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Massive DDoS attacks will shift spending to emerging mitigation service providers
Distributed Denial of Service

Massive DDoS attacks will shift spending to emerging mitigation service providers

Widespread DDoS attacks in October will lead users to seek multiple DDoS mitigation service providers, says TBR analysis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2016
Will consumers get caught in the crossfire of a DDoS attack?
Distributed Denial of Service

Will consumers get caught in the crossfire of a DDoS attack?

Here's the lesson for everyone: pay attention to what's happening in the real world. Keep an eye on the news for geopolitical events.

By Scott Crane • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
Think like a bad guy and fight back, because hacking is the new face of espionage
Cybersecurity

Think like a bad guy and fight back, because hacking is the new face of espionage

When you imagine the world of espionage, do you think of undercover agents trying to recruit a mole or cracking safes to steal sensitive information?.

By Eric O'Neill • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
APAC malware and botnet threats charge ahead rest of the world
Malware

APAC malware and botnet threats charge ahead rest of the world

Fortinet's latest report has revealed global cyber threat trends, showing that malware and botnets are targeting APAC more than anywhere else.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016
Driverless cars: A new way of life and a new cybersecurity challenge
Firewalls

Driverless cars: A new way of life and a new cybersecurity challenge

A driverless car is a very advanced mode of transportation, possibly even without a readily available steering wheel.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Tue, 25th Oct 2016
DDoS attacks are 'no longer isolated events'
Malware

DDoS attacks are 'no longer isolated events'

34% of cyberattacks in APAC involved ransomware and malware, according to Neustar. DDoS attacks can cause significant damage to organisations.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016

Stories from Other Regions

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Cyber insurance in Australia set to rise in the wake of increasing attacks
Cybersecurity insurance

Cyber insurance in Australia set to rise in the wake of increasing attacks

Spike in cyberattacks prompts 19% of Aussie SMBs to consider cyber insurance, as costs of breaches soar, Norton reports.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016