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Google's hacking contest 'Project Zero' was a flop: What went wrong?

Tue, 11th Apr 2017
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Not a single person claimed Google's Project Zero prizes, even after six months of being open to participants.
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APAC is now a 'honeypot' for cyber attacks as most targeted region in the world

Thu, 16th Mar 2017
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Trend Micro's latest report says that Asia Pacific region was something of a giant honeypot for cyber attacks last year, beating all other regions.
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With ever-shifting sands, knowledge is the ultimate power in cyber security

Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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Hackers are like burglars targeting vulnerable homes: they look for easy access and attack the least protected targets first. #cybersecurity.
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Siemens-branded CCTV webcams require urgent firmware patch

Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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Siemens-branded IP-based CCTV cameras are the latest internet-connected devices to be found vulnerable to hacking attacks.
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Twitter hacked - up to 250,000 accounts compromised

Sat, 2nd Feb 2013
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Twitter blogged yesterday that an attack took place over 'just a few moments' before it was noticed by Twitter staff and shut it down.
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Android market attacked – killswitch used

Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Google swiftly removed malicious apps from Android Market using a killswitch after 'Droid Dream' attack, issuing a vital security update in March.
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Google's Android Market attacked

Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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Hackers could have accessed data stored on affected handsets, says Google who has now issued a security update.
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Malware fight is failing report

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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International cooperation is needed to combat malware, as a report from the OECD reveals that the current response doesn't work.
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90% Innovation, 100% Passion

Tue, 1st May 2007
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BitDefender opens market in New Zealand due to its growing IT market, low rates of piracy, and favorable legal environment.