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Finalists line up in New Zealand iSanz information security awards
Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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netsafe
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pwc
Kiwi companies big and small are in the running for New Zealand's top infosec awards. And the iSanz finalists are...
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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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APAC takes 520 days too long to respond to threats, says FireEye
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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New research has found that it is taking APAC much longer than the rest of the world to detect cyber threats: a median 520 days.
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Kaspersky Labs offers $50,000 'bug bounty' to security researchers
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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kaspersky
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security vulnerabilities
Security researchers Kaspersky Lab & bug bounty platform Hacker One are co-launching a Bug Bounty Program that offers $50,000 to security researchers.
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Norton tackles hackers using Wi-Fi
Thu, 30th Jun 2016
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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wifi
Norton unveils a new app to secure personal data on risky public Wi-Fi, as their report reveals user confusion aids hackers.
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Mark Zuckerberg masks his webcam - should you?
Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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facebook
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Both the webcam and dual microphone on his laptop are covered by tape, this shows the tech-savvy Facebook boss is worried about being spied on.
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Danti: Destroying your data through one unpatched exploit
Tue, 31st May 2016
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hackers
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danti
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cve-2545 exploit
Danti is one of the newest and most dangerous groups of hackers taking advantage of a dangerous exploit that can gain access to IT systems and infect.
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SMEs need to up their security game or risk becoming a target
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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it budget
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mobility
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are falling behind in data security, says new research from Versasec.
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The surprisingly scary patterns revealed in hack attacks
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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software development
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When analysing multi-attack campaigns against industrial and government interests, patterns emerge. Scary patterns.
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A victory for privacy and Apple?
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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Amidst the debate and panic around FBI demands that Apple help unlock the iPhone of the San Bernadino shooter, Apple just won a small victory.
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Hackers exploit wireless networks, steal valuable information
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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Wireless networks are vulnerable, but steps can be taken to protect against attacks, says Netscout's Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions.
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Consumers choose free public Wi-Fi over security
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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fintech
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Brits unaware of security risks on public Wi-Fi, says AARP report. Thousands at risk of hacking personal data. #cybersecurity.
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Vulnerable mobile apps ‘just waiting to be exploited’
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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smartphones
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devops
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encryption
Hackers target weak mobile apps, with AVG's CTO warning they're ripe for data theft and urging developers and stores to tighten security.
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Anonymous threatens cyber-revenge after Paris terror attack
Mon, 12th Jan 2015
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ddos
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anonymous
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In response to the Charlie Hebdo massacre, Anonymous has announced a cyber war on jihadists, vowing to shut down terror-linked accounts.
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Advanced threat protection: Now more than ever
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Joshua Alcock, Fortinet senior systems engineer, outlines the five critical components to advanced threat protection.
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Could the next election be hacked?
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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surveillance
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uc
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nz
This year’s election has been and gone, however the debate over New Zealand’s cyber security and surveillance is still a hot topic.
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Staff web usage: To filter, or not to filter...
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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phishing
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hcm
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email security
SMEs face a constant dilemma: trust staff or monitor their web use. Web filtering can safeguard companies legally and financially, and boost MSP revenue.
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Govt warns Kiwis over 'most sophisticated' IRD email scam...
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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cybersecurity
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government
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email
New Zealanders warned to be cautious of email scams promising tax refunds, as Inland Revenue is targeted by sophisticated attack.
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Hackers Kickstart mega security breach...
Mon, 17th Feb 2014
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data analytics
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martech
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breach prevention
Kickstarter has fallen victim to a global security breach, with hackers gaining access to customer data, prompting immediate security reinforcements.
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Hackers target your fridge and TV
Fri, 17th Jan 2014
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
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Hackers exploit 'smart' gadgets, sending spam from fridges and TVs. A call for tighter security in the rising Internet of Things era.