Mark Gorrie stories
What is vishing? Tips to spot and avoid voice phishing scams
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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malware
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vpns
As vishing scams persist, we explore its mechanisms, common tactics, and how to deter these voice phishing attacks, safeguarding your personal data and finances.
Watch out! There are hidden dangers lurking in your PDFs
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
PDFs' convenience inadvertently aiding cybercriminals: Avast researchers reveal PDF files increasingly exploited to distribute malware and carry out scams.
One wrong click can devastate your small business: so what can you do?
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Small businesses can fortify cybersecurity, bolster compliance, and support employee productivity with web domain and content filtering tools like Avast Business Web Control.
Why Whac-A-Mole is not a strategy for defending against ransomware attacks
Thu, 23rd Nov 2023
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cybersecurity
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ransomware
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smb
SMBs should also consider strong personnel practices and awareness to implement a better defensive strategy than Whac-A-Mole.
Gen supports cyber safety for small businesses through the Avast business portfolio
Fri, 8th Sep 2023
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
The Gen portfolio of solutions for small businesses will help small businesses and scale to stay ahead of the latest cyber threats.
AI causes worry for parents, 51% stop use of ChatGPT for homework
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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ai agents
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cyber risk
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safety
A new survey from Norton, a Cyber Safety brand of Gen, has found that Kiwi parents now face a new challenge from AI chatbots.
Is ChatGPT’s use of our personal data even legal?
Tue, 25th Jul 2023
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data protection
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uc
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data privacy
As the field is always evolving, laws and regulations surrounding personal data use in AI are likely to evolve too.
Deepfake and AI 101: Twelve tips to spot a deepfake
Mon, 1st May 2023
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physical security
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email security
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ai
Deepfake technology can be used maliciously or with unethical intent, and this means deepfakes are a potentially dangerous tool.
Norton brings consumer identity protection to New Zealand
Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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data protection
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norton
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identity
Norton launches Norton 360 Platinum in New Zealand, offering identity theft victims help resolving their issues.
Norton’s 11 tips to help protect your privacy online
Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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cybersecurity
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norton
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websites
Governments, businesses, and individuals can buy information about you that's been gathered online, like your health status, contact details and your location.
Online dating scams have caught 25% of Kiwi adults
Fri, 17th Feb 2023
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email security
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cybersecurity
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norton
The report performed by Norton investigated adults ages 18 and older about online dating, associated scams, and attitudes about online stalking.
Twelve social media threats to watch for in 2023
Mon, 14th Nov 2022
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malware
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phishing
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email security
There are so many social media platforms for us to choose from— and the same is true for cybercriminals looking to deploy their next attack.
Norton study highlights Kiwi's risky eCommerce behaviours
Thu, 3rd Nov 2022
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email security
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cybersecurity
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norton
Nearly a quarter of New Zealanders (22%) surveyed said they tend to take more risks when online shopping during the holiday season than other times of the year.
The most common types of identity theft and top ten ways to avoid it
Tue, 6th Sep 2022
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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norton
1 in 5 New Zealanders have experienced identity theft, with 5% impacted in the past year. Learn the most common types and how to prevent it.
Norton to expand cyber safety via resellers and distributors
Thu, 1st Sep 2022
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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norton
Norton will reward partners who help further consumer cyber safety, by selling applicable Norton Empower-enabled products and services.
Deep web vs dark web: NortonLifeLock explains the difference
Tue, 26th Jul 2022
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cybersecurity
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dark web
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deep web
NortonLifeLock managing director for APAC Mark Gorrie explains what you need to know about the deep and dark web and the pros and cons of both.
Nearly 90% of Kiwis worried kids will give away personal info online
Wed, 20th Jul 2022
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norton
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online safety
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report
Nearly nine in ten New Zealanders believe children will give away personal information online, says Norton research.
Unknown connections: How safe is public WiFi in Aotearoa?
Wed, 29th Jun 2022
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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wifi
Kiwis are surprisingly unaware of the risks involved in using public WiFi, according to a study by Norton and Symantec.
Encryption: What it is, how it can help, and what to watch out for
Wed, 1st Jun 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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data analytics
VPN Encryption: How it Protects Your Data and Keeps the Internet Secure. Learn about encryption and its role in internet security. #CyberSecurity.
Are Kiwis winning or losing when it comes to gaming security?
Wed, 27th Apr 2022
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gaming
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phishing
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email security
The rise of online gaming in New Zealand comes with significant risks, as cyber attacks target players, especially the younger ones.