Kiwi Stories

Combating cybercrime in NZ with a robust cybersecurity strategy

New Zealand businesses grapple with cybercrime's volatile threat landscape, as incidents across various sectors showcase the dire consequences. A nuanced approach to cybersecurity strategy is vital.

By Nyuk Loong Kiw • 6 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024

DevOps

Kordia poaches new GM from NZ gov spy agency

Kordia appoints Hamish Beaton as GM of Cyber Security Advisory, overseeing a team of skilled consultants providing advisory services to clients.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2022

Global Stories

Firewalls

Gallagher Security wins top OSPA award for second year running

Warwick-based Gallagher Security has won the Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer Award for the second year at the 2024 OSPAs, recognised for its innovative approach to global security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024

DevOps

Earnix welcomes Daniel Shalom as new Chief Information Security Officer

Earnix bolsters cybersecurity with appointment of Daniel Shalom as new Chief Information Security Officer, leveraging his two-decade experience to fortify the firm's security strategy.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024

DevOps

'ResumeLooters' cyber-attack disrupts 65 companies across Asia-Pacific

'ResumeLooters' cybercrime campaign compromises 65 businesses in Asia-Pacific, exploiting weaknesses in job search and retail sites to steal and sell personal data of over 2 million individuals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024

DevOps

ASD updates Essential Eight, strengthens phishing-resistant MFA requirements

The Australian Signals Directorate has revised the Essential Eight Maturity Model, lowering the bar for organisations and amplifying phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication requirements to fortify cyber breach prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024

DevOps

Aquion partners with Trustwave to enhance cybersecurity in ANZ

Aquion, a value-added software distributor, has partnered with global cybersecurity firm Trustwave to extend sophisticated security provisions across ANZ.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024

DevOps

Cyber resilience vital for securing cyber insurance

Evolving cybersecurity threats mount pressure on businesses, driving demand for cyber insurance and raising insurers' security expectations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024

DevOps

Cybersecurity skills gap poses threat to business protection measures

As digital threats surge, the cybersecurity sector grapples with a pronounced skills gap, jeopardising protection measures and leading to employee burnout.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jan 2024

DevOps

Flare unveils enhanced MSSP programme with proactive cybersecurity features

Flare launches advanced Managed Security Service Provider programme featuring Continuous Threat Exposure Management to optimise cybersecurity.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023

DevOps

Embracing ethical hackers could strengthen cybersecurity, says HackerOne report

Ethical hackers could vastly improve cybersecurity, preventing major attacks, according to the latest HackerOne report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2023

DevOps

Keeper Security with first in joining the CVE programme

Keeper Security, a leader in password management, has become the first company in its field to join the CVE programme as a CNA.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023

DevOps

watchTowr partners with Mantel to deliver penetration testing

watchTowr has partnered with Mantel Group to deliver continuous penetration testing technology to Australian and New Zealand organisations.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jul 2023

Data Protection

Red Teaming vs. Penetration Testing: What's the difference?

Organisations face increasing security threats. Red Teaming and Penetration Testing offer proactive measures to protect sensitive data.

By Jack Misiura • 5 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023

Software-as-a-Service

Bugcrowd can now launch penetration tests with a few clicks

Bugcrowd's Penetration Testing as a Service will enable buyers to purchase, set up, and manage pen tests online without sales calls and scoping sessions.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2023