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

Global Stories

BeyondTrust extends remote support with updated release
Privileged Access Management

BeyondTrust extends remote support with updated release

Privileged Access Management firm BeyondTrust is extending its remote support and adding deeper security protections for systems and devices.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
ESET discovers DazzleSpy, a new macOS spying malware
Malware

ESET discovers DazzleSpy, a new macOS spying malware

New macOS malware has been found, spying on visitors to a Hong Kong radio station news site, according to ESET Research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Apple's NZ sales arm reports $28m profit as revenue climbs
Apple

Apple's NZ sales arm reports $28m profit as revenue climbs

Apple's New Zealand sales arm has reported a $28.8 million profit for the last financial year, up from $23.4 m in 2020.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
CrowdStrike expands Zero Trust support to macOS and Linux
Malware

CrowdStrike expands Zero Trust support to macOS and Linux

CrowdStrike has expanded its Zero Trust support to macOS and Linux to further help with cross-platform protection and expansion of partnerships.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jan 2022
Apple reveals new productivity features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac
Apple

Apple reveals new productivity features for the iPhone, iPad and Mac

Apple has updated its iWork suite of productivity apps with new features, enabling users to present in new ways and work with documents on the go.  .

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Sep 2021
New malware strain targeting Mac users for only $49
Malware

New malware strain targeting Mac users for only $49

New malware strain targets MacOS users, stealing information. Hackers can buy licenses for $49 on the Darknet. Spoofed emails used to trick victims.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Jul 2021
Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings
Mobile Device Management

Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings

Jamf has acquired technical assets from cmdSecurity to enhance its Apple device management platform with new security capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Mar 2021
Parallels' latest Windows on Mac solution ready for Big Sur
Virtualisation

Parallels' latest Windows on Mac solution ready for Big Sur

Desktop 16 for Mac is designed to integrate and blend with the latest MacOS and comes in standard, pro and business editions.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2020
Apple teases new macOS Big Sur & goes all-in on silicon SoC
Apple

Apple teases new macOS Big Sur & goes all-in on silicon SoC

Apple unveils macOS Big Sur and a bold shift to its custom-designed silicon SoC, promising enhanced performance and new developer opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
Jamf extends Apple expertise through security firm buyout
Mobile Device Management

Jamf extends Apple expertise through security firm buyout

Jamf has acquired Digita Security to enhance its Apple management suite with robust endpoint protection, addressing rising Mac demand and security needs.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2019
10 times malware proved that MacOS isn't bulletproof
Malware

10 times malware proved that MacOS isn't bulletproof

In the first half of 2019, ten distinct malware threats have targeted macOS, dispelling the myth of its impenetrability, says SentinelOne.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2019
Apple gets serious about enterprise & security features
Microsoft

Apple gets serious about enterprise & security features

Features include new BYOD policies, managed Apple IDs, security enhancements, and even an app that allows users to find their phone or their friends.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2019
Apple previews macOS Catalina
Gaming

Apple previews macOS Catalina

New security features keep users better protected and voice control lets users control their Mac entirely with their voice.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2019
BeyondTrust updates remote access solution
Hyperscale

BeyondTrust updates remote access solution

BeyondTrust launches Privileged Remote Access 19.1, introducing features to integrate third-party solutions, simplify workflows and bolster security.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2019
Apple's MacBook Pro gets a performance spruce up; MacOS Mojave coming soon
Apple

Apple's MacBook Pro gets a performance spruce up; MacOS Mojave coming soon

Apple's MacBook Pro is getting a spruce up with new 8th-generation Intel Core processors, a quieter keyboard, and much more.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jul 2018
Microsoft welcomes Ziften as its newest 'Windows Defender' for macOS and Linux
Open source

Microsoft welcomes Ziften as its newest 'Windows Defender' for macOS and Linux

Ziften is now contributing macOS, Linux, and Windows support to the Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) advanced hunting project.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018
Ziften & Microsoft: The partnership bringing threat defence to almost every OS
Endpoint Protection

Ziften & Microsoft: The partnership bringing threat defence to almost every OS

Ziften's partnership with Microsoft is making serious headway into bringing microsoft security technology into the heart of all operating systems.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018
Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device
Endpoint Protection

Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device

Macs are no longer immune to malware; Bitdefender's new antivirus offers robust protection against a range of threats, ensuring your device and data stay safe.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Apple confirms that macOS and iOS are vulnerable to Meltdown bugs
iOS

Apple confirms that macOS and iOS are vulnerable to Meltdown bugs

Security issues known as Meltdown and Spectre affect all modern processors, including Apple's Mac systems and iOS devices. No known exploits at this time.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2018