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Microsoft not addressing authentication flaw in Azure AD
Public Cloud

Microsoft not addressing authentication flaw in Azure AD

Research by Secureworks has uncovered a proof-of-concept exploit of flaws in Microsoft's Azure AD PTA method that the tech giant has no plans to address.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Sep 2022
Safeguarding your financial data
Data Protection

Safeguarding your financial data

Managing data security is crucial in the digital revolution. Here are five steps towards better financial data security.

By Eugene Ostapenko • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2022
Lookout adds security offerings with SaferPass acquisition
Data Protection

Lookout adds security offerings with SaferPass acquisition

Lookout expands security offerings with the acquisition of password management company SaferPass, aiming to provide customers with proactive protection.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jun 2022
Understanding the weight on security leader's shoulders, and how to shift it
DevOps

Understanding the weight on security leader's shoulders, and how to shift it

Millions of dollars are being invested in cybersecurity in Australia and New Zealand to combat increasing threats.

By Chris Fisher • 6 min read • Fri, 20th May 2022
The call is coming from inside the house
Data Analytics

The call is coming from inside the house

Security and privacy breaches are accelerating, and the external forces we have been applying to slow the rate are hardly making an impact.

By Rachael Greaves • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2022
Why preventing Zero-day attacks is crucial for businesses
Malware

Why preventing Zero-day attacks is crucial for businesses

Indusface offers a game-changing web application firewall solution that can protect businesses from the increasing threat of Zero-day attacks.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2022
How safe is an organisation's data from security breaches?
Software-as-a-Service

How safe is an organisation's data from security breaches?

Data breaches can cost businesses millions, but the real damage lies in the lasting brand and reputation harm they cause, says Infor ANZ VP Jarrod Kinchington.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
The case for a new security platform based on three critical concepts
Breach Prevention

The case for a new security platform based on three critical concepts

Gaining a truly integrated solution is the only way to reduce technology sprawl and consolidate an organisation's platform.

By Ilan Rubin • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
The problem with near-misses in cybersecurity
Malware

The problem with near-misses in cybersecurity

Cybersecurity breaches in infrastructure organizations carry high potential for chaos. Proactive protection is crucial.

By Andrew Wilson • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
ATM vulnerabilities open door for attacks - report
Breach Prevention

ATM vulnerabilities open door for attacks - report

Vulnerabilities in Wincor Cineo ATMs allow attackers to bypass encryption and make cash withdrawals, according to researchers.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021
94% of organisations experienced insider data breaches last year - Human error top cause
Breach Prevention

94% of organisations experienced insider data breaches last year - Human error top cause

Egress survey finds a substantial 94% of organisations experienced insider data breaches in the last year, with human error the top cause.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2021
Network security in the cloud more important than ever
Software-as-a-Service

Network security in the cloud more important than ever

SANS Institute study reveals the growth and security risks of cloud adoption in response to COVID-19 and remote work.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jul 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware VP on the challenges of cloud security
Firewalls

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware VP on the challenges of cloud security

IT security company, Radware, discusses the challenges and solutions surrounding cloud security in an interview with TechDay.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Apr 2021
IT professionals destroying end-of-life hardware over fears of data breaches - report
Data Analytics

IT professionals destroying end-of-life hardware over fears of data breaches - report

IT directors are destroying end of life tech hardware as opposed to erasing its data out of fear of making a mistake and facing data breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Jan 2021
22 billion records exposed from breaches in 2020 — report
Virtual Private Networks

22 billion records exposed from breaches in 2020 — report

The research also found that 35% of the breaches recorded by Tenable were caused by ransomware attacks, while 14% of breaches stemmed from email compromises.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2021
Businesses can save on the hefty cost of a security breach if they're honest
Breach Prevention

Businesses can save on the hefty cost of a security breach if they're honest

SMBs and enterprises that disclose breaches proactively tend to experience 40% less financial damage, according to new research from Kaspersky.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Nov 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Vectra AI exec discusses cybersecurity for Office 365
Malware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Vectra AI exec discusses cybersecurity for Office 365

Vectra AI's head of security engineering, Chris Fisher, discusses the rise of security breaches in Microsoft O365 and how to protect against them.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 25th Nov 2020

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Cybersecurity attacks on New Zealand small business double
Breach Prevention

Cybersecurity attacks on New Zealand small business double

Cybersecurity is a growing issue for New Zealand small business, with attacks doubling in the past three years.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021