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Legislation and liability for cyber-attacks won't save you — zero trust architecture will
Malware

Legislation and liability for cyber-attacks won't save you — zero trust architecture will

Organisations can't stop breaches, but they can prevent them from spreading and becoming catastrophic incidents by using zero trust security.

By Dave Shephard • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Jul 2021
The future of work is hybrid — is your security ready?
Malware

The future of work is hybrid — is your security ready?

Supporting a hybrid workforce while moving the needle on digital transformation requires a technology platform that adapts to changing business requirements.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Jul 2021
How to focus cloud-centric organisations' data protection
Software-as-a-Service

How to focus cloud-centric organisations' data protection

Organisations can embrace digital transformation with confidence by including these crucial considerations in data protection strategy planning and execution.

By Anurag Kahol • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Three tips for technologists to cut through data noise
Data Analytics

Three tips for technologists to cut through data noise

Technologists overwhelmed by soaring data volumes amid rapid digital transformation face challenges. Discover three strategic tips to manage data noise.

By Antoine Le Tard • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Prevention and preparedness revisited: Cyber-defence after Kaseya ransomware attack
Malware

Prevention and preparedness revisited: Cyber-defence after Kaseya ransomware attack

The Kaseya calamity can one day be remembered as a tipping point that led eventually to a better security posture, writes Vectra AI CEO Hitesh Sheth.

By Hitesh Sheth • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
The eternal search for IT simplicity
Multi-cloud

The eternal search for IT simplicity

Just as IT gets a lid on the complexity of its environment, another set of challenges brings yet more layers of complexity, and the battle begins over.

By Steve Singer • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2021
Ransomware on 'roids: how enterprises can combat the rising risk of multi-faceted extortion
Malware

Ransomware on 'roids: how enterprises can combat the rising risk of multi-faceted extortion

Cyber-criminals are getting more intelligent, and businesses need to step up their defences, writes ExtraHop regional sales manager for ANZ Glen Maloney.

By Glen Maloney • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2021
Five best practices to improve threat report action & analysis
Breach Prevention

Five best practices to improve threat report action & analysis

While many organisations use a TIP to make data actionable for detection and protection, far fewer use a TIP for forensics.

By David Grout and Yann Le Borgne • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd Jul 2021
Are you GDPR compliant?
Risk & Compliance

Are you GDPR compliant?

While the GDPR is established in the European Union, businesses of all sizes across the globe need to comply if they meet certain criteria.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Ignorance is bliss — for hackers
Cybersecurity

Ignorance is bliss — for hackers

Failure to employ best-of-breed security practices may result in a very uncomfortable talk with CEOs and boards of directors.

By Woodrow Mosqueda • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Rethinking endpoint management in the post-BYOD workplace
Endpoint Protection

Rethinking endpoint management in the post-BYOD workplace

Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) can keep exploits confined to users' devices and control employee access to sensitive applications.

By Simon Hughes • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jun 2021
Five considerations for government departments to move safely and securely to the cloud
Cybersecurity

Five considerations for government departments to move safely and securely to the cloud

With a spotlight securely on Australia's cybersecurity and defence strategy, it's essential that Australian government departments lead the way.

By Brent Paterson • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
Transcription technology can be a serious ally in the struggle for compliance
Privileged Access Management

Transcription technology can be a serious ally in the struggle for compliance

The digitisation of spoken words in the insurance industry is increasing compliance, efficiency and transparency.

By Matthew Fowler • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
Trust no one: Recalibrating security to address insider threats
Malware

Trust no one: Recalibrating security to address insider threats

The high profile cases of Edward Snowden and Chelsea Manning also provide an enduring yet often overlooked lesson about insider attacks.

By Daniel Lai • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
True cloud security really should be delivered from the cloud
Cloud Security

True cloud security really should be delivered from the cloud

The impact of downtime on cloud security solutions is causing concern as SASE vendors experience significant outages.

By Anurag Kahol • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Jun 2021
Why zero trust must form a key pillar of any cybersecurity strategy
Malware

Why zero trust must form a key pillar of any cybersecurity strategy

Zero trust streamlines that access while strengthening security protections. For this reason, it should form an essential pillar of any cybersecurity strategy.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2021
Six key characteristics of a modern ZTNA solution
Malware

Six key characteristics of a modern ZTNA solution

Not all zero trust network access solutions are equal. Organisations should keep in mind these six key characteristics when evaluating ZTNA solutions.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2021
The business benefits of cloud-to-cloud backups
Firewalls

The business benefits of cloud-to-cloud backups

By taking the time to review how data is being stored and protected, organisations can take advantage of these tools while maintaining effective data security.

By Mark Lukie • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Jun 2021
How organisations can protect their print privacy in a digital world
Data Privacy

How organisations can protect their print privacy in a digital world

Learning how to better protect the data used and stored by organisations' print systems is in their best interests for the company's future success.

By Mark Brown • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021