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Lenovo DCG to launch new edge server similar in size to a laptop

Sat, 23rd Feb 2019
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edge computing
The company has unveiled its new server which is a result of its continued investment in solutions supporting IoT and edge computing.
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O-RAN Alliance and Linux to create an open source software community

Wed, 12th Dec 2018
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cloud services
Verizon, Reliance Jio, and TIM have joined O-RAN board, driving open networking and virtualisation in 5G networks.
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Pseudo-ransomware Xbash targeting Linux and Windows discovered

Tue, 18th Sep 2018
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network infrastructure
A new malware named Xbash, targeting Linux and Windows servers, has ransomware, coinmining, and worm-like self-propagating capabilities.
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The importance of MSPs for cybersecurity

Fri, 13th Apr 2018
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As the importance of security rises, SMBs will need to find a way to keep their organisations safe. Suhail Ismail thinks MSPs are the key.
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AV-Comparatives recognises ESET Mac & parental control solutions in latest testing round

Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
ESET's Mac Security and online child protection products have been officially certified by security software testers AV-Comparatives this week.
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Are NSW small businesses too confident about their security?

Mon, 15th May 2017
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cybersecurity insurance
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Almost a third of New South Wales small businesses have fallen victim to cybercrime, believing a limited web presence protects them.
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Here are the top trends in Android ransomware right now

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Android devices are used to store increasing amounts of valuable data, making Android ransomware ever more worthwhile for attackers.
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Welivesecurity reports new crypto-ransomware hitting macOS

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Crypto-ransomware campaign for Mac targets users with fake patcher applications distributed via BitTorrent sites.
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Ransomware: Expert advice on how to keep safe and secure

Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Paying criminals is never a good idea, even when it seems expedient. Ransomware authors are under no obligation to give you back what you pay.
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8 years of Android: malware, malicious apps, and how to stay safe

Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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cybersecurity
Android now controls over 85% of the smartphone market and is by far the biggest player in the tablet market as well.
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Aus & NZ organisations increasingly targeted by ransomware

Mon, 5th Sep 2016
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
As always, unexpected offers, and especially claims of criminal behaviour that are received by email should be treated with great skepticism.
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No more ransom - stopping ransomware on a global scale

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Europol, Intel Security and Kapersky Lab create No More Ransom to help victims of ransomware recover their data.
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Watch out, there's a new breed of cyber criminal in town

Tue, 12th Apr 2016
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uc
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breach prevention
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symantec
A new class of professional cyber criminals has emerged, adopting corporate practices to increase the efficiency of their attacks.
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Cyber attackers are bolder, smarter and more daring

Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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healthtech
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trend micro
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cyber attacks
In a stark warning, Trend Micro's report reveals cyber threats are surging, with 2015's attacks outsmarting traditional security.
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Third-highest number of users clicking on malicious URLs goes to... Australia

Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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ransomware
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Of late, ransomware threats have been specifically targeting Australian business and consumers, breaching security systems by appearing legitimate.
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Symantec: Ransomware on the rise

Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
There's no shortage of security issues. Ransomeware on the rise, and the Internet of Things (IoT) is providing rich pickings for cyber crims.
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Are blind spots leaving your organisation exposed? Trend Micro says yes

Wed, 20th May 2015
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malware
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ransomware
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supply chain
Simple blind spots are leaving individuals and organisations exposed to prominent threats, according to Trend Micro.
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'Tactical shift' in cyberattacks and high ransomware for NZ

Wed, 15th Apr 2015
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
New Zealand is a nation of oversharers - and a popular target for ransomware according to a new report from Symantec.
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Channel players need to protect Kiwi businesses

Mon, 23rd Feb 2015
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email
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cyber attacks
NZ firms face rising cyber threats; experts urge channel players to boost email security and intelligence to safeguard businesses.
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Questions remain as Apple's ANZ users come under attack

Sat, 31st May 2014
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malware
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apple
Apple's ANZ users face mysterious attacks; experts suggest 2-factor authentication amid unclear hacking origins.