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ThetaRay offering uses AI against financial cybercrime
Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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ThetaRay unveils Version 4.0 of its advanced AI analytics platform, enhancing global banks' abilities to detect and prevent sophisticated financial cybercrime.
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Sophos highlights dangers of remote desktop protocol attacks
Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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network infrastructure
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network security
Sophos research reveals that remote desktop protocol (RDP) is the preferred method of attack for cybercriminals targeting vulnerable devices.
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New director of security solutions for Fortinet Australia
Tue, 23rd Jul 2019
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network infrastructure
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Fortinet has appointed Corne Mare as the new director of security solutions for Australia as the company focuses on local growth.
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Microsoft & OpenAI forge path into AI supercomputing
Tue, 23rd Jul 2019
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public cloud
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ai
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healthtech
Microsoft and OpenAI are partnering to develop and commercialise new AI supercomputing technologies aimed at solving global challenges.
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Proofpoint announces new risk profile and training customisation features
Tue, 23rd Jul 2019
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email security
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Proofpoint launches adaptive security controls to dynamically isolate URLs and personalised training features, boosting protection and user education efficacy.
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FaceApp: Pro version scams, privacy concerns
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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surveillance
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biometrics
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email security
Along with the viral potential of its popular filters, FaceApp has of late, generated a huge wave of media attention amid concerns about online privacy.
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McAfee: Channel opportunities in cybersecurity-as-a-service
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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As organisations face a rise in cyber threats yet struggle with manpower, McAfee highlights the booming demand and potential in cybersecurity-as-a-service.
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CyberArk launches SaaS portfolio for privileged access management
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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cybersecurity
CyberArk unveils a new SaaS portfolio for privileged access management, simplifying security for cloud-first and hybrid cloud organisations.
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Lateral phishing: The latest in email account takeover
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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phishing
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email security
Lateral phishing is on the rise, with over 60% of affected organisations facing multiple email account takeovers, leading to thousands of phishing attempts.
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Frost & Sullivan names Radiflow leader in IT/OT security for smart buildings
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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industrial iot
Company highlighted for delivering superior cybersecurity solution for smart building operators combined with attractive MSSP partnerships.
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NSS Labs recommends WatchGuard firewall for third year
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
NSS Labs testing focuses on the main differentiators for next generation firewall (NGFW) products: security, performance/functionality and cost.
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IT & OT convergence brings new cyber risks to industrial sector
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
The convergence of IT and OT in the industrial sector, especially energy, brings heightened cyber risks, demanding robust cybersecurity measures, experts warn.
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Check Point research discovers new variant of mobile malware
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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A new mobile malware variant, Agent Smith, has infected 25 million devices worldwide by exploiting Android vulnerabilities, with 15 million affected in India.
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IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.
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Barracuda improves Azure connectivity for Office 365 security
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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network security
New functionality enforces Office 365 local breakout policies in Microsoft Azure Virtual WAN to optimise Office 365 UX while increasing security.
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Druva acquires hybrid cloud data protection firm
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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cybersecurity
Druva has acquired hybrid cloud data protection firm CloudLanes to enhance its edge-to-cloud capabilities, making data more accessible and secure.
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Huawei: Aus should follow UK’s “more intelligent” approach to 5G tech
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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wireless networks
Huawei Australia has released a statement pointing out a UK cross-party committee’s findings that there is no need to ban Huawei’s 5G technologies.
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Western Australia school uses Veeam to guarantee availability and uptime
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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Downtime in an education provider's systems could cause disruption with significant, far-reaching consequences.
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Businesses feel they need AI to respond to cyber-threats - Capgemini
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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Businesses are rapidly investing in AI for cybersecurity, with 69% believing they can't combat critical threats without it, says Capgemini study.
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Check Point releases report on public cloud security challenges
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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public cloud
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Unauthorised access, insecure interfaces, misconfigurations and account hijacking named as the biggest vulnerabilities in the public cloud.