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Afraid someone is misusing your webcam? Here's some tips for protection
Cybersecurity

Afraid someone is misusing your webcam? Here's some tips for protection

If you want to know which programs are using your webcam, or if you believe it is running despite the indicator light being off, here is a guide.

By Ondrej Kubovič • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016
Palo Alto Networks raises the bar for endpoint security
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks raises the bar for endpoint security

Palo Alto Networks adds machine learning to its security software, enhancing its malware and exploit prevention capabilities.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016
KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages
Malware

KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages

The interactive, on-demand and computer-based training covers high-risk topics and how you can identify red flags in your system.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
Cyberattacks skyrocket: Arbor releases global DDoS attack data for 1H 2016
Distributed Denial of Service

Cyberattacks skyrocket: Arbor releases global DDoS attack data for 1H 2016

Arbor Networks recently released global DDoS attack data for the first six months of 2016 that paints a pretty grim picture.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Jul 2016
The big security opportunity waiting to be grabbed
Carbon Black

The big security opportunity waiting to be grabbed

Carbon Black's acquisition of nextgen antivirus company Confer opens up big opportunities for the local channel says local boss Kane Lightowler.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Jul 2016
FireEye's latest security feature detects and protects from ransomware
Malware

FireEye's latest security feature detects and protects from ransomware

FireEye have recently detected a cerber ransomware campaign with Exploit Guard, a new feature of FireEye Endpoint Security (HX).

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016
Researchers report cyber security risks in 3D printing
Supply Chain

Researchers report cyber security risks in 3D printing

Provided the printer is connected to the Internet, hackers can make their way in and introduce internal defects as the component is being printed.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016
Enfal threat still causing havoc to businesses after seven years of mayhem
Malware

Enfal threat still causing havoc to businesses after seven years of mayhem

Verint Systems highlights the continued threat of the Enfal malware, which has been lurking since 2004 but has been most active over the last 7 years.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016
Have you met Delilah? The first Insider Threat Trojan
User and Entity Behavior Analytics

Have you met Delilah? The first Insider Threat Trojan

New Trojan, Delilah, recruits insiders through social engineering and extortion, using ransomware techniques. Insider threats set to increase.

By Avivah Litan • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016
C-Suite execs wouldn't pay ransom attacks, survey finds
Malware

C-Suite execs wouldn't pay ransom attacks, survey finds

Survey: 84% of IT execs hold firm against paying ransoms, but 43% of hacked companies do pay up, highlighting cybersecurity dilemmas.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2016
ANZ businesses need to reconsider security approach
Firewalls

ANZ businesses need to reconsider security approach

Businesses in Australia and New Zealand are prioritizing the wrong aspects of cyber security, according to Palo Alto Networks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2016
Reinventing next-generation firewalls for coordinated protection
Firewalls

Reinventing next-generation firewalls for coordinated protection

The escalation in volume and complexity of cyber threats today have compelled organisations to turn to next-generation security solutions.

By Wana Tun • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jun 2016
Insider threats escalate and thrive in the Dark Web
Cybersecurity

Insider threats escalate and thrive in the Dark Web

Disgruntled employees are gladly selling their services to the bad guys in order to inflict harm on their employers.

By Avivah Litan • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
Check Point research: 2300 active global malware families - and they're growing fast
Malware

Check Point research: 2300 active global malware families - and they're growing fast

The amount of global malware families just keeps going, with an increase of 15% in May 2016, totalling 2300 unique and active malware families.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
Scammers claim there is a virus in Apple's iTunes database
Cybersecurity

Scammers claim there is a virus in Apple's iTunes database

Scammers are once again targeting Apple customers in their attempt to hijack accounts and steal payment information. Here's the rundown.

By Graham Cluley • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jun 2016
New Sofacy attacks against US government agency
Firewalls

New Sofacy attacks against US government agency

Recently, Unit 42 identified a spear phishing e-mail from the Sofacy group that targeted the United States government - here is a rundown.

By Robert Falcone and Bryan Lee • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2016

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Cyber attacks stories

Is any network 100% safe? Tips for hardening cyber defences
Firewalls

Is any network 100% safe? Tips for hardening cyber defences

With the evolving tech landscape, it is almost impossible to guarantee network security - here are some tips for hardening cyber defences.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016
Cyber attacks on banks are a global scourge - are you safe?
Fintech

Cyber attacks on banks are a global scourge - are you safe?

Banks and financial institutions in APAC, especially smaller ones, are vulnerable to cyber attacks, according to reports.

By Andy Solterbeck • 5 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016