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Exploring the cybercrime underground: Darknet markets - where cyber criminals trade
Fri, 17th Feb 2017
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This blog focuses on explaining what darknet markets are, common payment model used, the type of digital data being bought and sold, and their costs.
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Palo Alto amplifies endpoint platform to tackle credential theft
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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Credential abuse and theft are two main ways threat actors are able to compromise and move within an organisation to steal valuable assets.
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Palo Alto Networks: Second wave of Shamoon 2 attacks identified
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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This latest attack materially impacts one of the primary countermeasures employed against wiper attacks: Virtual Desktop Interface snapshots.
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DragonOK updates toolset and targets multiple geographic regions
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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The DragonOK group has been actively launching attacks for years. While Japan is still the most heavily targeted geographic region, it is spreading.
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Taiwan a regular target of cyber espionage
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Taiwan faces sustained cyber attacks, with officials and energy firms targeted by espionage campaign, reports Palo Alto Networks.
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Deloitte adds network design and deployment with Plenary Networks deal
Tue, 25th Oct 2016
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Deloitte has continued its acquisition path, snapping up Plenary Networks to provide new network design and deployment capabilities.
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Ransomware-hit businesses have bigger problems than they realise, expert says
Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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Palo Alto Networks warns businesses hit by ransomware attacks to consider a full security audit to avoid further risks and damage.
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Palo Alto Networks' three top tips for cybersecurity success
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Organisations need to take a prevention-first mindset through three key elements: Technology, people and processes and threat intelligence.
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Unit 42 discovers Komplex trojan targeting OS X systems
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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The Sofacy Group is still coming up with new trojans, with Unit 42 researchers reporting that an OS X trojan called 'Komplex' is now on the scene.
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Palo Alto Networks launches new cybersecurity guide for Australian execs
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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Palo Alto Networks is taking the cybersecurity fight to print as the company recently published its first book for Australian boards & executives.
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Is the Internet of Things putting your business at risk?
Thu, 1st Sep 2016
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The rise of wireless network technology and the Internet of Things is increasing the risk of cyber attacks, warns Palo Alto Networks.
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Cybersecurity top concern for Australian executives
Thu, 11th Aug 2016
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Australian business leaders are prioritising cyber security as successful cyber attacks in the country rise, according to Palo Alto Networks.
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Palo Alto Networks raises the bar for endpoint security
Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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Palo Alto Networks adds machine learning to its security software, enhancing its malware and exploit prevention capabilities.
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PowerWare ransomware imitates locky malware family
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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PoshCoder has been encrypting files with PowerShell since 2014, and the new variant named PowerWare was reported in March 2016.
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Let's not forget that RegTech is also about cybersecurity
Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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The cybersecurity implications of RegTech and data analytics are just as important as the technology itself, Palo Alto Networks warns.
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Recommended rating for Palo Alto Networks next gen firewall
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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The company who identify as the next-generation in security, have just announced that its next-generation firewall has earned a recommended rating.
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ANZ businesses need to reconsider security approach
Wed, 29th Jun 2016
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Businesses in Australia and New Zealand are prioritizing the wrong aspects of cyber security, according to Palo Alto Networks.
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New Sofacy attacks against US government agency
Wed, 15th Jun 2016
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Recently, Unit 42 identified a spear phishing e-mail from the Sofacy group that targeted the United States government - here is a rundown.
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Palo Alto Networks continues winning streak
Tue, 31st May 2016
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Palo Alto has been named a leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant report, just as the vendor announced strong third quarter financial results.
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How to prevent security breaches when patching is not an option
Wed, 25th May 2016
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Palo Alto Networks is warning businesses that rely too much on software patches, saying they could fall victim to ‘zero day’ vulnerabilities.
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Ransomware is not a 'malware problem' - it's a criminal business model
Thu, 12th May 2016
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Today Unit 42 published its latest paper on ransomware. It has quickly become one of the greatest cyberthreats facing organisations around the world.
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IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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The rise of the Internet of Things across industries is bringing with it a new wave of security concerns, and business need to be aware.
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Governments vulnerable to attack, says Palo Alto Networks
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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Government departments are an attractive target for malicious hackers and criminals, making them vulnerable to attack.
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Ransomware: Locky, TeslaCrypt and other malware families use new tool to evade detection
Tue, 12th Apr 2016
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Recently, Palo Alto Networks identified slight changes in Locky detonations through the AutoFocus threat intelligence service.