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Quantum computing in the telecom sector and more cybersecurity trends

Wed, 26th Jun 2019
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According to a new report, quantum computing will be a destabiliser for the telecom sector, making PKI obsolete in the near future.
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Check Point launches cloud security analytics solution

Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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CloudGuard Log.ic detects cloud anomalies, blocks threats and intrusions, and delivers context-rich visualisations.
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Check Point announces integration with Microsoft Azure

Fri, 24th May 2019
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Check Point has integrated its security solutions with Microsoft Azure Information Protection to bolster data breach prevention across emails and web services.
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Hackbusters! Reviewing 90 days of cybersecurity incident response cases

Thu, 23rd May 2019
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Check Point's Emergency Response Team reveals that Q1 2019 saw an uptick in email exploits, ransomware, and old vulnerabilities targeting cloud services.
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Check Point adds two new elements to partner program

Tue, 14th May 2019
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Check Point boosts partner benefits with CloudGuard PAYG scheme and new Engage app for enhanced collaboration.
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Paranoid Android? Examining three key trends in Android malware

Wed, 8th May 2019
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ddos
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wireless networks
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cloud services
It definitely doesn't mean you are paranoid if you're worried about Android security:  the threat landscape is growing in every dimension.
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Check Point names February's most disruptive malware

Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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cryptomining
Coinhive tops Check Point's Global Threat Index for February 2019, marking its 15th month as the most disruptive malware despite its impending shutdown.
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Partners join The Wave: Westcon's big beachy bash

Thu, 7th Mar 2019
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virtualisation
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it automation
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partner programmes
Westcon's beach-themed summer party invited partners in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland to celebrate their success with a cheeky cocktail.
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Check Point launches engagement-based partner programme

Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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The new Check PointS partner programme directly rewards solution providers for activities that deepen customer relationships such as C-suite meetings.
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Enterprise cloud deployments being exploited by cybercriminals

Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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public cloud
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cloud services
A new report has revealed a concerning number of enterprises still believe security is the responsibility of the cloud service provider.
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New threat rears its head in new malware report

Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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Check Point's researchers view Speakup as a significant threat, as it can be used to download and spread any malware.
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Cybercrime tools and services becoming increasingly democratised

Thu, 7th Feb 2019
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Findings from Check Point's new report reveal a concerning trend as cybercrime grows increasingly well-managed and accessible.
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Cryptomining affected 37% of businesses last year

Fri, 25th Jan 2019
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A Check Point report reveals 37% of global businesses suffered cryptomining attacks in 2018, highlighting a surge in stealthy cybercrime techniques.
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Check Point launches hyperscale network security solution

Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Check Point introduces Maestro, a hyperscale network security solution, enabling elastic scalability and massive throughput for enterprises of all sizes.
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Malware downloader on the rise in Check Point's latest Threat Index

Wed, 16th Jan 2019
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Organisations continue to be targeted by cryptominers, despite an overall drop in value across all cryptocurrencies in 2018.
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Signs of erosion in Cisco's IT infrastructure dominance

Thu, 10th Jan 2019
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
While still maintaining a significant lead, Cisco finished 2018 with a slightly smaller piece of the pie in the enterprise IT infrastructure market.
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Check Point announces general availability for CloudGuard SaaS

Wed, 28th Nov 2018
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Check Point launches CloudGuard SaaS, offering comprehensive protection against advanced threats to SaaS applications and cloud-based email services.
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Use of banking trojans up 50%, cryptomining still dominant malware – report

Tue, 10th Jul 2018
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Check Point's latest Global Threat Index reveals that Trojan malware families enter Top 10 Most Wanted Ranking; Cryptomining remains top of the list.
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Once legit site found to be cryptomining, 6,000 machines infected

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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crypto
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blockchain
Check Point researchers discovered a previously legitimate video software download site has moved into cryptomining, earning around US$700 a day.
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No need for a browser - XMRig cryptomining malware enters top 10 most wanted malware list

Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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Cryptomining malware is shifting its focus from browsers to endpoints, with XMRig rising in popularity among cybercriminals.