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DDoS attacks are 'no longer isolated events'
Malware

DDoS attacks are 'no longer isolated events'

34% of cyberattacks in APAC involved ransomware and malware, according to Neustar. DDoS attacks can cause significant damage to organisations.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016
Carbon Black & IBM form strategic security match up
IBM

Carbon Black & IBM form strategic security match up

Carbon Black and IBM Security have partnered to offer businesses a more streamlined security management system and simpler response to cyberattacks.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016
Palo Alto Networks' three top tips for cybersecurity success
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks' three top tips for cybersecurity success

Organisations need to take a prevention-first mindset through three key elements: Technology, people and processes and threat intelligence.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Oct 2016
Ransomware attacks are getting easier, but protection is getting harder
Malware

Ransomware attacks are getting easier, but protection is getting harder

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.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
Expert insights: How to keep on top of the malware threat
Malware

Expert insights: How to keep on top of the malware threat

If you really want to keep on top of the malware threat then you need to embrace Threat Intelligence in the broadest sense.

By Davey Winder • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
Artificial intelligence: Leveraging machines to dissect ransomware DNA
Malware

Artificial intelligence: Leveraging machines to dissect ransomware DNA

A new era in cybersecurity, as AI outwits ransomware and predicts attacks, transforming the digital defence game.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
'Modern cities' may be smarter, but they're not much safer
Smart Cities

'Modern cities' may be smarter, but they're not much safer

'Modern cities' may make up thousands of different components that keep people safe and convenient, but they also come with huge vulnerabilities.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Sep 2016
Trend Micro warns NZ & Australian firms about Crysis ransomware
Malware

Trend Micro warns NZ & Australian firms about Crysis ransomware

New Zealand & Australian businesses are being warned to watch out for Crysis ransomware, which operates through remote desktop protocol (RDP) attacks.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Sep 2016
Sophos releases product to address global cybersecurity skills shortage
Malware

Sophos releases product to address global cybersecurity skills shortage

Intercept X looks to provide a fast-track to advanced protection and response capabilities while minimising the need for specialised security admin.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Sep 2016
Arbor Networks marks 20 years of DDoS attacks against ISPs
Distributed Denial of Service

Arbor Networks marks 20 years of DDoS attacks against ISPs

Arbor Networks has marked a worrying celebration: 20 years of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that have attacked ISP networks.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Sep 2016
Russian hackers steal Olympic athletes data: Insights and advice from Webroot
AI Security

Russian hackers steal Olympic athletes data: Insights and advice from Webroot

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.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Sep 2016
New chief for Victoria Uni cybersecurity partner
Cybersecurity

New chief for Victoria Uni cybersecurity partner

NZX COO Mandy Simpson becomes CEO of Cyber Toa, partnering with Victoria University to strengthen NZ's cyber resilience.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Sep 2016
Centrify gets flexible with privileged access deployment
Private Cloud

Centrify gets flexible with privileged access deployment

Centrify updates privileged identity management solution to offer more flexible deployment options for customers. #cybersecurity.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Sep 2016
Two companies collaborate to boost independent cyber security firm
Unified Communications

Two companies collaborate to boost independent cyber security firm

Intel Corporation and TPG have joined forces to establish a new independent cyber security company called McAfee.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Sep 2016
Check Point defines new era of security in cloud IT
Microsoft

Check Point defines new era of security in cloud IT

Check Point pioneers a new cloud IT security era with its advanced threat prevention and unified management across all cloud platforms.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Sep 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Palo Alto Networks launches new cybersecurity guide for Australian execs
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks launches new cybersecurity guide for Australian execs

Palo Alto Networks is taking the cybersecurity fight to print as the company recently published its first book for Australian boards & executives.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Sep 2016
Business continuity: A key benefit of Fortinet's network security
Firewalls

Business continuity: A key benefit of Fortinet's 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.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Sep 2016
Are you prepared for a cyber attack? Ransomware removal and protection guide
Malware

Are you prepared for a cyber attack? Ransomware removal and protection guide

Cyber criminals are attacking with increasing frequency and effectiveness, and your business is on a target list. Are you prepared?.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Sep 2016