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Mark Lukie stories

Mark Lukie, an expert on cybersecurity, delves into the increasing complexities of digital threats in his insightful columns. His writing primarily focuses on the evolving tactics of cybercriminals, such as spearphishing and credential stuffing, which pose significant risks to businesses globally. Lukie's expertise highlights crucial issues ranging from the cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the Asia Pacific region to the challenges Australian companies face in securing their digital landscapes. He emphasizes the need for robust security measures and proactive strategies to mitigate these threats effectively.

Through his work, Lukie also discusses the technological advancements and their implications on security practices. He explores topics such as Zero Trust Network Access, cloud-based resources, and the integration of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. By analysing these emerging technologies and their potential security gaps, Lukie provides valuable insights that are crucial for businesses looking to safeguard their operations in a digital age. His contributions are essential for understanding the strategic approaches required to combat cyber threats and enhance organizational resilience.

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Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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A new report from Barracuda reveals stark differences in cyber attack tactics, with larger firms facing 42% of lateral phishing threats compared to just 2% for smaller businesses.
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Cyber crime damage costs firms up to $5m annually, says Barracuda

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Annual business cybercrime recovery costs can reach up to $5m, with firms fearing a rise in GenAI-powered attacks, according to a Barracuda Networks report.
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How to make your Zero Trust Network Access rollout a success

Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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Despite 83% of cybersec decision-makers in Australia and New Zealand seeing Zero Trust Network Access as future security, 17% have yet to start a programme, Forrester Consulting study reveals.
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Bad bots make up 30% of internet traffic and they're after APIs

Mon, 6th Nov 2023
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APIs are designed to connect and share data with other applications – and it can be easy to underestimate just how exposed that data is.
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SASE – Take security to users, not make them come to you

Wed, 21st Jun 2023
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One platform with a single pane of glass provides secure access for users to the services they need or want, when they want them, wherever they are. .
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You've dealt with the ransomware, how come it's back?

Thu, 20th Apr 2023
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The research shows that in 2022, 33% of Australian ransomware victims were hit more than once, highlighting the need for improved cybersecurity measures.
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Why cloud-based resources still need effective backup

Tue, 31st Jan 2023
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As businesses have come to terms with the benefits of cloud platforms, many are working to shift their IT workloads to this more flexible environment.
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APAC businesses vulnerable to cyberattack during holidays

Wed, 9th Nov 2022
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Cyber attackers are targeting companies and IT security teams when they are likely to be under-resourced, according to Barracuda.
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The 'A-B-C' of effective application security

Tue, 17th May 2022
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Software applications have been a key tool for businesses for decades, but the way they are designed and operated has changed during the past few years.
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Omicron-led spike in COVID-19 test-related phishing poses threat to businesses

Mon, 24th Jan 2022
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Massive Omicron-led spike in COVID-19 test-related phishing attacks poses serious threat to businesses, says Barracuda Networks.
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New RCE bug is making APAC businesses vulnerable to Log Injection attacks

Thu, 13th Jan 2022
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A new remote code execution bug could be making businesses in Asia Pacific vulnerable to Log4Shell log injection attacks.
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Gmail bait attacks targeting business - Barracuda report

Wed, 17th Nov 2021
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Bait attacks launched via Gmail and other email services are leaving businesses in Asia Pacific vulnerable to phishing, warns Barracuda.
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The business benefits of cloud-to-cloud backups

Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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By taking the time to review how data is being stored and protected, organisations can take advantage of these tools while maintaining effective data security.
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Sector training, further investment required in Australian Budget - ANZ cybersecurity vendors

Fri, 14th May 2021
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Greater assistance needed to protect Australian businesses and employees from cyber threats, according to an industry expert.
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Bait, hook and catch – targeted spearphishing on the rise

Fri, 3rd May 2019
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Spearphishing attacks are on the rise, with cybercriminals targeting enterprises through personalised and intricate methods to steal sensitive data and funds.
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Caught in the wild: A look at email scams and spam

Tue, 21st Aug 2018
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Every day cybercriminals come up with a wide variety of phishing tactics with the intent of scamming innocent users.
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Collaboration tool APIs leaving organisations vulnerable

Mon, 9th Jul 2018
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Alongside the migration to the cloud has been the rise of application programming interfaces (APIs) and artificial intelligence (AI).
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What to consider when moving into the cloud generation… securely

Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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IT professionals are starting to realise just how different securing a cloud computing environment is from traditional on-premises IT environments.
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Move over ransomware; put spear phishing on your radar

Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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Spear phishers continue to exploit security weaknesses in organisations using social engineering. It's becoming the most significant security threat.