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'Tens of thousands' of contact info released as NZNO falls to Yahoo phishing scam
Phishing

'Tens of thousands' of contact info released as NZNO falls to Yahoo phishing scam

New Zealand Nurses Organisation hit by phishing scam, leaks email addresses of members. Investigation underway.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
Kiwi businesses not up to scratch with cyber insurance
Symantec

Kiwi businesses not up to scratch with cyber insurance

New Zealand's small businesses lag in cyber insurance uptake, with only 6% covered and 9% considering it essential for future resilience.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 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

Global Stories

Cyber attacks stories

Will consumers get caught in the crossfire of a DDoS attack?
Distributed Denial of Service

Will consumers get caught in the crossfire of a DDoS attack?

Here's the lesson for everyone: pay attention to what's happening in the real world. Keep an eye on the news for geopolitical events.

By Scott Crane • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
Think like a bad guy and fight back, because hacking is the new face of espionage
Cybersecurity

Think like a bad guy and fight back, because hacking is the new face of espionage

When you imagine the world of espionage, do you think of undercover agents trying to recruit a mole or cracking safes to steal sensitive information?.

By Eric O'Neill • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
APAC malware and botnet threats charge ahead rest of the world
Malware

APAC malware and botnet threats charge ahead rest of the world

Fortinet's latest report has revealed global cyber threat trends, showing that malware and botnets are targeting APAC more than anywhere else.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016
Driverless cars: A new way of life and a new cybersecurity challenge
Firewalls

Driverless cars: A new way of life and a new cybersecurity challenge

A driverless car is a very advanced mode of transportation, possibly even without a readily available steering wheel.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Tue, 25th Oct 2016
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

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

Cyber insurance in Australia set to rise in the wake of increasing attacks
Symantec

Cyber insurance in Australia set to rise in the wake of increasing attacks

Spike in cyberattacks prompts 19% of Aussie SMBs to consider cyber insurance, as costs of breaches soar, Norton reports.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016
Australia gets its first Industrial Cybersecurity Practice
DataCentre infrastructure

Australia gets its first Industrial Cybersecurity Practice

Australia tackles cyber threats with its first Industrial Cybersecurity Practice, led by Schneider Electric experts.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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