SecurityBrief Australia - Technology news for CISOs & cybersecurity decision-makers

Latest news - Page 59

Story image
18 year 'wild ride' for TechDay to global tech news powerhouse
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
#
cloud services
#
websites
#
techday
TechDay is celebrating 18 years of growth, transforming from a small magazine to what is now a global digital powerhouse.
Story image
Experts weigh in on cookie deprecation and data privacy
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
data privacy
#
cybersecurity
#
google
Google's decision to retain third-party cookies surprises experts, sparking debate on privacy, data strategies, and the digital ecosystem's future path.
Story image
Australia leads global standards in mobile network safety
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
5g & beyond
#
telco
Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association lauded for global contributions to RF safety standards, establishing 5G compliance benchmarks alongside international bodies.
Story image
Australia sees 61% rise in cyber extortion, report reveals
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
devops
#
apm
#
healthtech
Australia faces a 61% rise in cyber extortion attacks, according to Orange Cyberdefense's new report, threatening its economy, jobs, and national security.
Story image
Australian firms overestimate cyber resilience as attacks rise
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
ransomware
#
mfa
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Australian companies overestimate their cyber resilience amid rising attacks, with 60% having faced ransomware recently and many willing to pay ransoms.
Story image
Exclusive: Secureworks riding cybersecurity leadership wave
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
ransomware
#
digital transformation
#
ai
Wendy Thomas, CEO of Secureworks, has delved into the company's global cybersecurity strategies and challenges, highlighting its approach and expertise in battling AI-driven threats.
Story image
PMT Security opens new offices in Adelaide & Brisbane
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
expansion
#
electronic security
#
pmt security
PMT Security expands with new South Australia office, larger Brisbane premises, following Quest Security acquisition and new hires for its Communications division.
Story image
SonicWall report reveals 30% rise in global cyberattacks
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
malware
#
firewalls
#
ransomware
SonicWall Mid-Year Threat Report for 2024 shows a 30% surge in global malware, with SMBs particularly at risk.
Story image
Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection to boost mobile app security
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
smartphones
#
vpns
#
data privacy
Appdome unveils enhanced Geo-Fraud Detection features, including Geo-Location Fencing, to boost mobile app security and compliance against location spoofing and VPN threats.
Story image
Fake Wi-Fi hotspots in Australian airports threaten data security
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
airport
#
public wi-fi
#
social engineering
Free Wi-Fi networks at Australian airports have been found to be set up with malicious intent to steal data, warns SearchInform's analyst Sergio Bertoni.
Story image
Malicious Python package targets macOS & GCP credentials
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
application security
#
supply chain & logistics
#
social engineering
A malicious Python package, lr-utils-lib, targets macOS developers to steal Google Cloud credentials, Checkmarx's research reveals, adding new threats to both systems and social engineering tactics.
Story image
Appdome boosts fraud detection with new geo-compliance features
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
breach prevention
#
risk & compliance
#
data privacy
Appdome enhances its Geo-Fraud Detection with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo DeSync Attack Detection, aiding developers in meeting compliance and thwarting location-based fraud.
Story image
GBG report reveals APAC businesses advocate collaboration to fight fraud
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
collaboration
#
cyber criminal
#
fraud
A new report reveals 81% of APAC businesses view cross-sector collaboration as crucial against fraud, but competitive desires impede wider participation.
Story image
Outpayce & Etraveli Group team up to combat travel fraud
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
risk & compliance
#
payment technologies
#
airlines
Outpayce from Amadeus has partnered with Etraveli Group to enhance fraud detection in travel payments, leveraging Etraveli's Precision risk management system for accurate, real-time transaction screening.
Story image
SentinelOne launches initiative to secure networks for insurers
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
ransomware
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
ai security
SentinelOne has launched the SentinelOne Risk Assurance Initiative, enabling insurers to offer advanced AI security at preferred rates to reduce cyber threats and insurance premiums.
Story image
Inspira Enterprise appoints Arvind Lakshmiratan as CMO
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
firewalls
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
breach prevention
Inspira Enterprise appoints Arvind Lakshmiratan as Chief Marketing Officer. With extensive IT marketing expertise, he'll spearhead global market strategies.
Story image
Immutability is the cornerstone of a safe enterprise
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
data protection
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
physical security
Immutability is vital for Australian enterprises, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and trust amidst rising cyber threats and stringent regulations.
Story image
CISOs face AI risks while managing innovation & security
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
application security
#
genai
#
ai
Checkmarx's global study reveals that 99% of development teams utilise AI for code generation yet face significant security concerns.
Story image
Malicious bots disrupt travel sector, causing financial strain
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
application security
#
credit card fraud
#
thales
New research shows a rise in malicious bot activity within the travel sectoe, with just 51.1% of traffic generated by humans.
Story image
UK IT leaders feeling less secure despite cybersecurity investments
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
genai
Despite rising cybersecurity investments, a new Appsbroker CTS survey reveals a growing sense of insecurity among UK's IT leaders, with 87% losing sleep over cyber risks.