Palo Alto Networks (PAN) stories - Page 14
Unit 42 discovers apps compromised by iFrames on Google Play
Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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A number of apps appearing on Google Play contained IFrames infections that link to malicious domains in their HTML pages. Unit42 gives details.
Weekly NZ security roundup: RedShield, Palo Alto Networks, non-malware attacks and firewalls
Fri, 3rd Mar 2017
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NZ's cyber-front tackles evolving threats: Insights on non-malware attacks, innovative defenses like Palo Alto's tech, and data breach laws.
Palo Alto Networks snaps up LightCyber for automated behaviour analytics prowess
Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
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Palo Alto Networks has paid $105 million for cybersecurity provider LightCyber, so it can fuse automated behavioural analytics into its own platform.
Palo Alto Networks deploys next-gen security for King Country electricity provider
Wed, 1st Mar 2017
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The Lines Company deployed Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform as part of a massive upgrade to its IT infrastructure.
Weekly NZ security roundup: 31c0n, cyber threats, Darknet and Mimecast
Fri, 24th Feb 2017
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NZ's cybersecurity scene is abuzz with 31c0n insights, stark cyber risks, Darknet exposés, and Mimecast's email defence revelations.
Exploring the cybercrime underground: Darknet markets - where cyber criminals trade
Fri, 17th Feb 2017
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This blog focuses on explaining what darknet markets are, common payment model used, the type of digital data being bought and sold, and their costs.
Palo Alto amplifies endpoint platform to tackle credential theft
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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Credential abuse and theft are two main ways threat actors are able to compromise and move within an organisation to steal valuable assets.
Palo Alto Networks: Second wave of Shamoon 2 attacks identified
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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This latest attack materially impacts one of the primary countermeasures employed against wiper attacks: Virtual Desktop Interface snapshots.
Ransomware-hit businesses have bigger problems than they realise, expert says
Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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Palo Alto Networks warns businesses hit by ransomware attacks to consider a full security audit to avoid further risks and damage.
Palo Alto Networks' three top tips for cybersecurity success
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Organisations need to take a prevention-first mindset through three key elements: Technology, people and processes and threat intelligence.
Unit 42 discovers Komplex trojan targeting OS X systems
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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The Sofacy Group is still coming up with new trojans, with Unit 42 researchers reporting that an OS X trojan called 'Komplex' is now on the scene.
Is the Internet of Things putting your business at risk?
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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The rise of wireless network technology and the Internet of Things is increasing the risk of cyber attacks, warns Palo Alto Networks.
Palo Alto Networks raises the bar for endpoint security
Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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Palo Alto Networks adds machine learning to its security software, enhancing its malware and exploit prevention capabilities.
PowerWare ransomware imitates locky malware family
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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PoshCoder has been encrypting files with PowerShell since 2014, and the new variant named PowerWare was reported in March 2016.
Let's not forget that RegTech is also about cybersecurity
Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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The cybersecurity implications of RegTech and data analytics are just as important as the technology itself, Palo Alto Networks warns.
Recommended rating for Palo Alto Networks next gen firewall
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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The company who identify as the next-generation in security, have just announced that its next-generation firewall has earned a recommended rating.
ANZ businesses need to reconsider security approach
Wed, 29th Jun 2016
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Businesses in Australia and New Zealand are prioritizing the wrong aspects of cyber security, according to Palo Alto Networks.
How to prevent security breaches when patching is not an option
Wed, 25th May 2016
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Palo Alto Networks is warning businesses that rely too much on software patches, saying they could fall victim to 'zero day' vulnerabilities.
Ransomware is not a 'malware problem' - it's a criminal business model
Thu, 12th May 2016
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Today Unit 42 published its latest paper on ransomware. It has quickly become one of the greatest cyberthreats facing organisations around the world.
IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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The rise of the Internet of Things across industries is bringing with it a new wave of security concerns, and business need to be aware.