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The generation most at risk of online threats in NZ? Millennials.
Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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physical security
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wireless networks
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data privacy
New research reveals that millennials in New Zealand are the most at risk of online threats. #millennials #onlinesecurity.
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Cisco leads the way in growing security appliance market
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Security appliance market continuing on its growth trajectory for the first half of 2015, with Cisco continuing to lead the market.
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Fujitsu delivers Cloud Backup as a Service for hybrid IT
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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hybrid cloud
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cloud services
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Fujitsu launches Cloud Backup as a Service Rapid Recovery Appliance, providing faster, more secure data protection.
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New Zealand Security Conference and Exhibition comes to Auckland
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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risk management
The annual NZ Security Conference and Exhibition comes to Auckland this November, bringing with it a range of international speakers and presentations.
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Hands-on review: Trend Micro Maximum Security 10
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Review: New antivirus software impresses with easy installation and interactive interface. No major flaws found. Simple to use.
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Eset rolls out raft of business product updates
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Eset has released the latest version of a number of its business offerings, providing a range of new features.
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SMEs choosing cyber security over customer convenience
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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cybersecurity
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customers
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sme
Nearly all small business owners recognising the growing importance of cyber security, with the vast majority prioritising security over customers.
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Scammers pose as Microsoft, target New Zealanders
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
There has been a significant increase in reports of scammers trying to defraud people by claiming to be calling from Microsoft.
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The key to security helping the business: Identity
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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identity governance
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rsa security
Managing security around identities, access and the governance to systems is critical to maintaining secure systems.
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Mobile security threats and trends, according to Gartner
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
The threats to mobile security have not changed, but the consequences have, warns Dionisio Zumerle, research director at Gartner.
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Bitdefender to release new product line in 2016
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
The new product line uses machine learning algorithms to enable the system to fight off new and unknown threats.
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Exeed takes on Webroot threat intelligence protection
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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ai security
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exeed
​Exeed has added what it calls ‘a genuinely innovative’ security offering to its cloud portfolio, signing a deal with cybersecurity vendor Webroot.
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Are you prepared for 'living off the land' attacks?
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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malware
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
Organisations, particularly those that are housing valuable or sensitive information, need to be on alert for threats that use little to no malware.
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Mako Networks debts top $30 million; $25m deficit expected
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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physical security
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email security
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​Failed network management company Mako Networks has liabilities of more than $30 million, with an estimated deficit of $25m expected.
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Sophisticated malware resurfaces in Google Play apps
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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google
The Android.Trojan.MKero.A malware was originally distributed via third-party marketplace and local social networks in Eastern Europe late 2014.
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Kiwis falling victim to 'intimate' Skype scams, warns NZ Police
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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email security
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cybersecurity
New Zealand Police urge extreme online caution after six Kiwi men fall victim to intimate Skype blackmail scams in the past month.
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Webroot takes aim at IoT with new security toolkit
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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iot
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ai security
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Webroot has launched a security toolkit to help protect the internet of things, with cloud-based, real-time threat intelligence.
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SMX warns Kiwi companies of 'highly sophisticated' email scam
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Attackers are even following up with telephone calls prior to, as well as during, these attacks to further embellish the hoax.
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WatchGuard claims only 'visionary' rank in UTM Magic Quadrant
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard has been named the only 'visionary' in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for unified threat management, with another three companies named leaders.
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iSANZ InfoSec awards to celebrate Kiwi security sector
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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cybersecurity
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awards
The Kiwi InfoSec community will step into the spotlight in December with the inaugural iSANZ Awards recognising those 'doing great things' in security.