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Akamai bolsters Account Protector against cyber threats
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Akamai Technologies has launched upgrades to its Account Protector, enhancing security against cyber threats amid rising scams costing shoppers GBP £10 million.
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Palo Alto Networks launches free cyber education in NZ
2 days ago
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Palo Alto Networks has launched its CyberFit Nation programme in New Zealand, offering free online cybersecurity education amid rising cybercrime incidents.
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New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups
4 days ago
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New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.
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IriusRisk unveils Jeff: AI tool for threat modelling images
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IriusRisk has launched Jeff: AI Assistant, an innovative tool that generates threat models from images, aiming to streamline cybersecurity processes.
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New Zealanders losing $3.8m weekly to online scams
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New Zealanders are losing $3.8 million weekly to scammers, prompting the NCSC to call for heightened vigilance during Cyber Smart Week.
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Kiwis confident in cyber security, but wary of AI tools
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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New Zealanders are diligent about cyber security but wary of AI tools, an NCSC study reveals. Only 35% find cyber security intimidating, yet AI trust lags.
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Financial losses from NZ cybercrime rise to $6.8m in Q224
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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New Zealand cybercrime losses surge to $6.8 million in Q2 2024, with unauthorised access incidents skyrocketing to $3.6 million, NCSC data shows.
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NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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The New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre has teamed up with global partners to tackle a China-linked botnet compromising over 260,000 devices globally.
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How MDR will transform cybersecurity in the mid-market
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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Mid-sized businesses under cyber-attack pressure look to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to bridge security and staffing gaps, navigating an evolving threat landscape.
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Cybersecurity gaps in New Zealand SMEs highlighted by NCSC
Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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A study by NCSC reveals a severe gap in cybersecurity preparedness among SMEs. Despite acknowledging its importance, only 48% feel ready for cyber incidents.
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Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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A global IT outage triggered by Crowdstrike's software has disrupted sectors like aviation, banking, and retail, prompting experts to call for enhanced disaster recovery plans and heightened cybersecurity measures.
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New Zealand completes cyber security review after IPAC threats
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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New Zealand’s NCSC has reviewed its practices following cyber threats against IPAC members, highlighting the need for broader, more comprehensive cyber security measures.
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NCSC's Malware Free Network disrupts 10 million cyber threats
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre’s Malware Free Network has thwarted 10 million cyber threats, safeguarding New Zealand organisations and individuals from online harm.
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Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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A recent ransomware attack on Southern Water by Black Basta highlights the mounting threat to U.K. critical infrastructure, prompting urgent calls for robust cybersecurity measures.
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Cloud4 reports 20% turnover boost after cyber security pivot
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Cloud4's strategic shift to cyber security boosts turnover by nearly 20 percent, reaching GBP £1.1 million for 2024. New products and partnerships fuel growth.
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IriusRisk reports 51 percent revenue rise from AI expansion
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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IriusRisk sees ARR soar by 51% in 2023, driven by AI-driven threat modelling solutions, strategic hires, and a strong focus on customer success.
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Sophos gains top NCSC certification for incident response
Thu, 16th May 2024
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Sophos achieves prestigious NCSC’s CIR Level 2 status, solidifying its role as a trusted partner against escalating cyber threats like ransomware.
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Rapid7 partners with Queens University Belfast for cloud security
Thu, 16th May 2024
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Rapid7 partners with CSIT at Queens University Belfast to enhance cloud security using AI and ML, focusing on detecting risks and active threats.
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New Zealand's NCSC briefs IPAC on potential cyber attacks
Fri, 10th May 2024
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New Zealand's National Cyber Security Centre is conducting a review into reported attacks on Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China members.
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NCSC warns of rising cyber threats to UK from Russia
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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UK's National Cyber Security Centre warns of escalating threats to critical infrastructure from Russian state-aligned actors.