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Cisco report reveals ransomware attacks on the rise: Expert commentary
Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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ransomware
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ai security
There have been some startling findings – organisations are unprepared for future strains of more sophisticated ransomware. Here's some advice.
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KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages
Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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it training
The interactive, on-demand and computer-based training covers high-risk topics and how you can identify red flags in your system.
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Calamity Monitoring says disruption key to innovative security
Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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smart home
Calamity Monitoring believes that it's on the forefront of new security technologies because of its independence as a security monitoring company.
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Blue Coat enhances its security analytics tool kit
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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soc
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blue coat
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security analytics
Blue Coat enhances Security Analytics with anomaly detection and support for SCADA environments to improve incident response.
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Technology should enable people & improve processes
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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malware
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ddos
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cybersecurity
Too often, when a technologist or company looks to solve the next big security problem the people and processes are often an afterthought.
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Kaspersky Labs offers $50,000 'bug bounty' to security researchers
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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hackers
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kaspersky
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security vulnerabilities
Security researchers Kaspersky Lab & bug bounty platform Hacker One are co-launching a Bug Bounty Program that offers $50,000 to security researchers.
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Trend Micro helps INTERPOL bring down notorious Nigerian cybercriminal
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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trend micro
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bec scam
Trend Micro has helped INTERPOL catch the leader of a Nigerian cyber criminal ring, responsible for up to $60 million in losses from BEC scams.
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Heard of Jackware? When connected cars meet ransomware
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cartech
I define jackware as malicious software that seeks to take control of a device, the purpose of which is not data processing or digital communications.
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Could passwords be past their use-by date?
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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centrify
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saml
Over-reliance on passwords is putting companies' IT security at risk, according to Lachlan McKenzie, ANZ manager for Centrify.
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BHSI & Symantec team up to provide enterprise cyber liability insurance
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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cybersecurity insurance
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
BHSI and Symantec are teaming up to provide cyber liability insurance to enterprise policyholders who want cover in breach emergencies.
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PowerWare ransomware imitates locky malware family
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
PoshCoder has been encrypting files with PowerShell since 2014, and the new variant named PowerWare was reported in March 2016.
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A warning from Zscaler - don't drop your security baton this olympics
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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olympic games
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zscaler
With the Olympics on the horizon, a strong warning has been issued for organizations by Zscaler to refocus their security efforts.
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Can you detect advanced threats with just Flows/IPFIX?
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Do we have enough data to detect an advanced threat? Let's have a discussion on the usefulness of netflow-type data.
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BlackBerry offers secure apps via Microsoft's Azure Cloud
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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smartphones
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public cloud
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microsoft
BlackBerry's Good Dynamics Secure Mobility Platform can now be installed through Microsoft Azure to mobilise business apps.
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Skills shortage in cyber security a global issue, report says
Fri, 29th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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intel security
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bso
Intel Security and CSIS release report on global shortage of cyber security talent, blaming it for measurable damage to organisations.
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Attack delivers '9002' trojan through google drive
Fri, 29th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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google
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trojan
Unit 42 recently observed a 9002 Trojan delivered using a combination of shortened links and a shared file hosted on Google Drive.
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How does cyber crime affect the global finance profession?
Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Finance professionals are at high risk for cyber crime, with theft of financial assets being the second largest source of loss, says report.
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High levels of cyber attacks driving privileged identity management sector
Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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pam
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Increasing cyber attacks are driving demand for global privileged identity management, with the market predicted to grow by 20% by 2020.
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Ingram Micro snaps up Cisco APAC Security distie of the year
Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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cisco
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ingram micro
Ingram Micro named Security Distributor of the Year for Cisco in Asia Pacific, recognised for revenue performance and support services.
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Ransomware targeting Aussie SMEs - What can you do about it?
Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
Ransomware activity is on the rise in Australia, with small businesses losing $1.6m in the past six months. SMEs are the most targeted organisations.