Cyber attacks stories - Page 46
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Business continuity: A key benefit of Fortinet’s network security
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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network infrastructure
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network security
You sell goods and services. You need a safe and secure network to keep the revenue coming in. Fortinet’s network security keeps the wheels turning.
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Ransomware attacks are getting easier, but protection is getting harder
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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ransomware
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Ransomware is continuing to be an ever-popular and effective method for cyber attacks, and Trend Micro says it's only being made easier with DIY kits.
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Expert insights: How to keep on top of the malware threat
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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cybersecurity
If you really want to keep on top of the malware threat then you need to embrace Threat Intelligence in the broadest sense.
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'Modern cities' may be smarter, but they're not much safer
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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smart cities
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'Modern cities' may make up thousands of different components that keep people safe and convenient, but they also come with huge vulnerabilities.
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Trend Micro warns NZ & Australian firms about Crysis ransomware
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
New Zealand & Australian businesses are being warned to watch out for Crysis ransomware, which operates through remote desktop protocol (RDP) attacks.
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Sophos releases product to address global cybersecurity skills shortage
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Intercept X looks to provide a fast-track to advanced protection and response capabilities while minimising the need for specialised security admin.
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Arbor Networks marks 20 years of DDoS attacks against ISPs
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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arbor networks
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cyber attacks
Arbor Networks has marked a worrying celebration: 20 years of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that have attacked ISP networks.
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Russian hackers steal Olympic athletes data: Insights and advice from Webroot
Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’d be aware of the recent hacking of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) - here's Webroot's insights.
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Centrify gets flexible with privileged access deployment
Mon, 12th Sep 2016
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private cloud
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centrify
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cyber attacks
Centrify updates privileged identity management solution to offer more flexible deployment options for customers. #cybersecurity.
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Are you prepared for a cyber attack? Ransomware removal and protection guide
Wed, 7th Sep 2016
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Cyber criminals are attacking with increasing frequency and effectiveness, and your business is on a target list. Are you prepared?.
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YOU’RE INVITED: Softsource Security and Compliance – security concerns for Kiwis
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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softsource
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cyber attacks
Softsource is hosting an event to give Kiwi businesses insights into security concerns that organisations within the country are facing every day.
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Operation Ghoul targets industrial sector with spear phishing malware
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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phishing
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email security
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kaspersky
Operation Ghoul is targeting the industrial & engineering sectors worldwide, hitting more than 130 organisations in 30 countries, says Kaspersky Labs.
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Nearly half of AU organisations not equipped for malicious insiders
Fri, 19th Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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mimecast
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cyber attacks
Mimecast Limited recently released new data that reveals the majority of organisations believe they are their own worst enemy.
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Afraid someone is misusing your webcam? Here's some tips for protection
Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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webcam
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cyber attacks
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.
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Cyberattacks skyrocket: Arbor releases global DDoS attack data for 1H 2016
Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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arbor networks
Arbor Networks recently released global DDoS attack data for the first six months of 2016 that paints a pretty grim picture.
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FireEye's latest security feature detects and protects from ransomware
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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breach prevention
FireEye have recently detected a cerber ransomware campaign with Exploit Guard, a new feature of FireEye Endpoint Security (HX).
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Researchers report cyber security risks in 3D printing
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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3d printing
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cyber attacks
Provided the printer is connected to the Internet, hackers can make their way in and introduce internal defects as the component is being printed.
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Enfal threat still causing havoc to businesses after seven years of mayhem
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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verint
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.
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Have you met Delilah? The first Insider Threat Trojan
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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ueba
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cybersecurity
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trojan
New Trojan, Delilah, recruits insiders through social engineering and extortion, using ransomware techniques. Insider threats set to increase.
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Is any network 100% safe? Tips for hardening cyber defences
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
With the evolving tech landscape, it is almost impossible to guarantee network security - here are some tips for hardening cyber defences.