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Nutanix announces new software-defined networking solution
Thu, 10th May 2018
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network infrastructure
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converged infrastructure
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sdn
Nutanix unveils Nutanix Flow, a software-defined networking solution designed for multi-cloud, at its .NEXT Conference 2018, enhancing security and visibility.
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Cyberattacks imminent for Western businesses due to Trump’s actions
Thu, 10th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
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trump
Trump's decision not to renew Iran sanction waivers puts Western businesses at risk of imminent, aggressive cyberattacks, warns Recorded Future.
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OWASP vulnerabilities plague mobile apps: Data leakage a major concern
Wed, 9th May 2018
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mobile apps
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security vulnerabilities
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pradeo
Across two million applications analysed by Pradeo’s security engine, almost one third of applications contained an OWASP vulnerability.
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Eaton's Tofino industrial Ethernet solution gets an update
Wed, 9th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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ethernet
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eaton
Eaton's Tofino enhances industrial net security with fibre optics & new firewall tech, defending critical infrastructure.
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5 IT vendors weigh in on budget announcement
Wed, 9th May 2018
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uc
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Leaders from Ricoh Australia, WatchGuard Technologies, 8x8, LogRhythm, and Snowflake Computing give us their view on the recent budget.
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WhiteHawk cybersecurity exchange snaps up contract with US top 10 financial firm
Wed, 9th May 2018
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
WhiteHawk secures a USD $325,000 contract for its 360 Cyber Risk Framework with a top 10 US financial institution, marking a significant milestone.
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IoT device security is a business responsibility, too
Wed, 9th May 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Despite their potential, IoT devices often lack proper security measures, posing significant risks for businesses. ESET emphasises a proactive approach.
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Germany infiltrated by Russian group that crippled Ukraine’s power
Wed, 9th May 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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hackers
The power grid in modern countries may not be as secure as you think, as reports have emerged revealing hackers have breached Germany's supply.
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Top 50 websites in Australia serving 'risky code' to visitors
Tue, 8th May 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Seven of Australia’s most popular websites served active code from risky ‘background sites’, says Menlo Security.
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Interview: What Industry 4.0 and cybersecurity mean for the industrial sector
Tue, 8th May 2018
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iot
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industrial iot
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cybersecurity
Industry 4.0 is revolutionising the industrial sector, but cybersecurity remains a crucial challenge, says Nigel Brockett of Honeywell Process Solutions.
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Why every business needs more control over its data
Tue, 8th May 2018
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cloud security
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breach prevention
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data privacy
There are three main drivers for organisations to think carefully about how they manage the security of the information they store, transmit and use.
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THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney’s 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum
Tue, 8th May 2018
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drones
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surveillance
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biometrics
The event took a comprehensive look at the state of play for terrorist organisations and individuals - both local and abroad.
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Exclusive interview: More of the same not the answer to data protection
Mon, 7th May 2018
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cloud security
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casb
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microsoft
Organisations cannot constrain the problem away and need to find a way for companies to be able to use cloud applications in a secure manner.
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Three ways organisations can prevent fraud and enforce policy compliance
Mon, 7th May 2018
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risk & compliance
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sap
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fraud
Australian organisations can prevent fraud with updated policies, plugging leaks, and automating routine tasks, says SAP Concur. Proper controls are key.
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Is risk at the top of your digital agenda? Here's why it should be
Mon, 7th May 2018
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
As cyber attacks become more prevalent and costly, with breaches averaging USD $3.6 million, risk management must top your digital agenda.
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Twitter password glitch showcases 'extreme jumpiness' in digital sector
Mon, 7th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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twitter
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passwords
More than 330 million Twitter users are being urged to change their passwords after an internal system glitch caused the passwords to be exposed.
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Prevention better than cure, strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents
Mon, 7th May 2018
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encryption
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
With Bitcoin as payment, the ease of encryption technology and the open access to malware, everything has become simpler for malicious actors.
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Food industry hit hardest by malware in 2017 - report
Mon, 7th May 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
Businesses in the food industry were hit hardest by various types of malware in 2017 – a trend that is relatively unchanged from the previous year.
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Report: Industrial sector must make security top priority in digital transformation
Sun, 6th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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honeywell
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industrial control systems
Despite the industrial sector’s plans to explore digital transformation, the adoption of cybersecurity capabilities and technology are still low.
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The who, what, and why of managed security service providers
Sun, 6th May 2018
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cloud security
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multi-cloud
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mssp
In a new e-book, Rackspace and Alert Logic unveil how managed security service providers can bolster your organisation’s cyber defences in the multi-cloud era.