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Proofpoint highlights huge global surge in BEC scams
Physical Security

Proofpoint highlights huge global surge in BEC scams

BEC scams are becoming more prevalent and sophisticated, costing victims $3.1 billion worldwide, according to the FBI.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2017
A third of organisations are still paying cyber ransoms as attacks keep on growing
Malware

A third of organisations are still paying cyber ransoms as attacks keep on growing

Amid surging cyber attacks, a third of hit firms continue to pay ransoms, with employee mishaps flagged as a significant risk.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2017
Accenture bulks up threat intelligence offerings with iDefense acquisition
Accenture

Accenture bulks up threat intelligence offerings with iDefense acquisition

Accenture is acquiring iDefense from VeriSign to ramp up its ability to help businesses better understand emerging threats and adjust protection early.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2017
RSA introduces new Risk & Cybersecurity Practice as part of security suite
Risk & Compliance

RSA introduces new Risk & Cybersecurity Practice as part of security suite

RSA is continuing to forge its way ahead in the cybersecurity space with the launch of its new Risk & Cybersecurity Practice.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Feb 2017
SonicWall report: Cybersecurity is not a battle of attrition, it's an arms race
Malware

SonicWall report: Cybersecurity is not a battle of attrition, it's an arms race

2017 SonicWall Annual Threat Report reveals rise in ransomware, IoT, and encrypted traffic, posing new challenges to cybersecurity professionals.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
Carbon Black claims 'breakthrough' approach to endpoint security
Malware

Carbon Black claims 'breakthrough' approach to endpoint security

Carbon Black has eyed endpoint security market, with the launch of a new solution that it claims stops more attacks than machine learning antivirus.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2017
The 'wargames' are on: Unisys launches threat simulation services
Breach Prevention

The 'wargames' are on: Unisys launches threat simulation services

Unisys introduces cutting-edge cyber resilience services using threat simulations to help enterprises and governments prepare for and respond to cyberattacks.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 31st Jan 2017
Former NSA exec to take charge of global security at Fortinet
Firewalls

Former NSA exec to take charge of global security at Fortinet

Fortinet appoints Phil Quade as CISO, with responsibility for information security and expanding the company's federal and critical infrastructure business.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Jan 2017
'Sophisticated' 3D printing market to soar on a global scale
Health Technologies

'Sophisticated' 3D printing market to soar on a global scale

The global 3D printing market is predicted to reach $28.9bn in 2020, according to a report by analyst firm IDC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Jan 2017
Avaya crowns local partner and customer winners
Unified Communications

Avaya crowns local partner and customer winners

Australia's CCNA and Macquarie Bank have picked up key Avaya awards, with a slew of Asia Pacific partners and customers also claiming glory.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Dec 2016
Microsoft launches combined Transparency & Cybersecurity Center in Singapore
Cybersecurity

Microsoft launches combined Transparency & Cybersecurity Center in Singapore

Microsoft opens transparency and cybersecurity center in Singapore to serve Asia Pacific region. Plans for center in China also announced.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 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
Aura InfoSec appoints former U.S. Defense specialist in NZ cybersecurity role
Cybersecurity

Aura InfoSec appoints former U.S. Defense specialist in NZ cybersecurity role

Paul W Poteete's extensive background working with the US Department of Defense will bring a wealth of knowledge to his new cybersecurity role.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Sep 2016
Check Point says beware of the Trident Exploits on iOS
Malware

Check Point says beware of the Trident Exploits on iOS

UAE activist targeted by 'Trident' - a trio of zero-day iOS exploits enabling total device control, discovered by Toronto researchers.

By Research Team • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Aug 2016
Why is Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) so difficult to get right?
Mobility

Why is Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) so difficult to get right?

Does EMM have to be so difficult? This is a question that bothers me very much, every single day. I mean from the perspective of the customer.

By Manjunath Bhat • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2016
Dell offers solution for SME security protection
Data Protection

Dell offers solution for SME security protection

Dell's most recent Data Security Survey reports that one in five Australian companies believe they do not have the right business protection tools.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 20th May 2016

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Three of the most common myths about SSL encryption
Encryption

Three of the most common myths about SSL encryption

Delving into the world of SSL Encryption, here are some of the myths that persist about SSL traffic as well as the SSL blind spot.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jul 2016