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Half of UK businesses fall to cyber attacks despite bolstered defences
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
50% of UK businesses fell victim to cybercrime in 2024, despite increased efforts in cybersecurity, with phishing being the leading attack method.
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Zombie APIs: the resident evil in too many businesses
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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it training
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devops
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apm
The unchecked use of Zombie APIs in businesses has underscored a rising cybersecurity threat, with attackers exploiting these neglected interfaces and costing firms up to $75bn annually.
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Researchers identify four new security vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office
Wed, 9th Jun 2021
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application security
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microsoft
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software updates
Microsoft Office suite contains four new security vulnerabilities that can be exploited to execute code on targets, says Check Point Research.
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ESET urges parents to consider security protection for their children
Sat, 14th Dec 2019
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cybersecurity
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virus
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information protection
While many parents worry about their child’s online activity, many are not taking precautionary measures, according to new insights from ESET.
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Singapore 11th for cyber threats sources, says Kaspersky
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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advanced persistent threat protection
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wireless networks
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virus
Kaspersky Security Network has uncovered more than two million incidents originating from servers located in Singapore in the 2Q19.
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ESET looks back at the origins of the computer virus
Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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virus
The first computer virus was born 34 years ago, created by a student at the University of California. Security firms are still fighting malware today.
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The Philippines & Indonesia are now hotspots for computer worms
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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virus
Amongst political turmoil, Indonesia and the Philippines are now one of the world’s major hotspots for malware infection rates.
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An in-depth look at next-gen security software: Myths and marketing
Tue, 14th Feb 2017
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cybersecurity
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virus
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analyst report
When next-gen vendors talk about behavioural analysis as their exclusive discovery, they’re at best misinformed.
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The JAKU botnet - what you need to know
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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spam
In short, botnets allow hackers to take control of multiple computers at the one time to spread viruses, create spam and perform attacks.
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Slingshot urges Kiwis to update security software as virus sweeps globe
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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gaming
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malware
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digital entertainment
Internet Service Provider Slingshot is working with New Zealand Police to protect customers from a serious global malware attack. #CyberSecurity.
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Social media scammers to double holiday profit
Mon, 30th Dec 2013
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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facebook
Holiday season alert: Scammers set to double profits on social media with a surge in Christmas and charity scams. Stay vigilant online.
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“Wait a minute…The Internet knows more about me than my own mother?”
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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cybersecurity
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malware
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personal computing devices
As privacy concerns spike, individuals start prioritising data protection in 2014 while scammers exploit every niche in the digital world.
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Top 10 PC complaints in 2013...
Fri, 29th Nov 2013
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
PC slowdowns, lengthy startups and sluggish browsers are just some of the most common technical peeves reported by computer users this year.
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Mac protection
Fri, 4th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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symantec
SMBs using Macs must enhance their cyber-security as Apple devices increasingly targetted by malware, like the Flashback virus.
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Virus invades Metservice website
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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malware
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cybersecurity
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virus
Metservice website hit by malware amid peak traffic, spreading Personal Shield Pro Trojan through ads. Company working on fixes.
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Macs face first virus threat
Wed, 4th May 2011
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firewalls
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malware
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network infrastructure
Macs face unprecedented virus threat with OSX/MacDefender.A, tricking users with bogus malware scans. A concerning first for Apple devotees.
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10 signs your PC is infected
Thu, 10th Mar 2011
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malware
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cybersecurity
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avg technologies
AVG reveals 10 signs of a PC virus, from slow speeds to rogue pop-ups, warning of undetectable malware threats.
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Cyber crime: we’re guilty too
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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edutech
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malware
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phishing
Norton’s Cybercrime Report reveals we often don’t report cyber crime and admits many engage in questionable online behaviour. Can we change?.
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Beyonce Knowles has not died
Thu, 26th Aug 2010
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martech
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software development
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html
Celebrities like Beyonce and Brad Pitt are being used by spammers to spread viruses, according to virus watchdog, Symantec.
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Free risk assessment for SMBs
Wed, 25th Aug 2010
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symantec
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smb
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virus
Symantec offers free online tool for NZ SMBs to assess and mitigate potentially costly security risks, from viruses to natural disasters.