Cyber attacks stories - Page 129
Artificial intelligence: Leveraging machines to dissect ransomware DNA
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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ai security
A new era in cybersecurity, as AI outwits ransomware and predicts attacks, transforming the digital defence game.
'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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kaspersky
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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.
Trend Micro warns NZ & Australian firms about Crysis ransomware
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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New Zealand & Australian businesses are being warned to watch out for Crysis ransomware, which operates through remote desktop protocol (RDP) attacks.
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.
Arbor Networks marks 20 years of DDoS attacks against ISPs
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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ddos
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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.
Russian hackers steal Olympic athletes data: Insights and advice from Webroot
Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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ai security
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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.
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.
Two companies collaborate to boost independent cyber security firm
Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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Intel Corporation and TPG have joined forces to establish a new independent cyber security company called McAfee.
Check Point defines new era of security in cloud IT
Tue, 6th Sep 2016
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cloud services
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microsoft azure
Check Point pioneers a new cloud IT security era with its advanced threat prevention and unified management across all cloud platforms.
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.
Nearly half of AU organisations not equipped for malicious insiders
Fri, 19th Aug 2016
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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.
Afraid someone is misusing your webcam? Here's some tips for protection
Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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webcam
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.
Palo Alto Networks raises the bar for endpoint security
Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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endpoint protection
Palo Alto Networks adds machine learning to its security software, enhancing its malware and exploit prevention capabilities.
KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages
Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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public cloud
The interactive, on-demand and computer-based training covers high-risk topics and how you can identify red flags in your system.
Ransomware targeting Aussie SMEs - What can you do about it?
Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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ransomware
Ransomware activity is on the rise in Australia, with small businesses losing $1.6m in the past six months. SMEs are the most targeted organisations.
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.
The big security opportunity waiting to be grabbed
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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carbon black
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banking
Carbon Black's acquisition of nextgen antivirus company Confer opens up big opportunities for the local channel says local boss Kane Lightowler.
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).
Researchers report cyber security risks in 3D printing
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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3d printing
Provided the printer is connected to the Internet, hackers can make their way in and introduce internal defects as the component is being printed.
Enfal threat still causing havoc to businesses after seven years of mayhem
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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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.