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The next generation of APTs: Highly successful but surprisingly simple
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

The next generation of APTs: Highly successful but surprisingly simple

The number and reach of cyber threats continues to grow, and, contrary to popular belief, even highly effective attacks can be very unsophisticated.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Mon, 21st Mar 2016
Mobile malware at an all-time high
Malware

Mobile malware at an all-time high

The volume of new mobile malware tripled in 2015, with attacks becoming more complex and targeted, according to Kaspersky Lab.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2016
Managed security services: The answer to growing cyber threats?
Partner Programmes

Managed security services: The answer to growing cyber threats?

With cyber threats escalating, firms face a 'when' not 'if' scenario; managed security services could be the much-needed shield.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2016
Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?
Unified Communications

Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?

As digital devices become a staple of people's every day lives, personal and private information is increasingly at risk.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
Behind the scenes of cyber crime
Firewalls

Behind the scenes of cyber crime

Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
DDoS suspicions run rampant in enterprise space
Cyber Criminal

DDoS suspicions run rampant in enterprise space

A number of companies have accused their competitors of staging Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks against them, according to new research.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Dec 2015
'Alarming' malware activity up 75%
Cyber Criminal

'Alarming' malware activity up 75%

Soaring exploit kit use sees malware surge by 75%, as cybercriminals target users with automated attacks, Infoblox's DNS Threat Index reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Nov 2015
Scammers targeting business travellers
Cyber Criminal

Scammers targeting business travellers

Business travelers on alert: Rise in scams threatens credit card and loyalty point security, experts advise caution.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2015
Trend Micro report predicts major cybercrime in 2015
Payment Technologies

Trend Micro report predicts major cybercrime in 2015

Trend Micro's 2015 forecast warns of highly targeted cybercrimes against big businesses, with Android and online banking at great risk.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2014
Email hackers raid Auckland's North Shore businesses
Cybersecurity

Email hackers raid Auckland's North Shore businesses

North Shore firms fall victim to hackers, losing significant sums of money after being conned via email, say Auckland Police.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2013
Employees get sucked in by smarter cybercriminals
Firewalls

Employees get sucked in by smarter cybercriminals

70% of firms face advanced cyber-attacks, with half of employees prone to spear phishing, exposing the business to malware threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2012
What can I.T. departments do in 2012 to mitigate security risks?
Cybersecurity

What can I.T. departments do in 2012 to mitigate security risks?

As another year begins, now is the time for IT departments to look at how they can best mitigate security risks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2012