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Qrypter Remote Access Trojan targeting NZ & Australia web domains
Malware

Qrypter Remote Access Trojan targeting NZ & Australia web domains

A RAT called Qrypter has been used to target organisations around the globe, including those in New Zealand and Australia.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018
The murky world of Australia & Singapore's workforce monitoring laws
Network Infrastructure

The murky world of Australia & Singapore's workforce monitoring laws

Australia's workforce monitoring laws rank second least complex, only behind the US, balancing IP protection with employee privacy, reveals a new study.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2018
Why Data Privacy Day calls for greater collaboration
Data Protection

Why Data Privacy Day calls for greater collaboration

Data Privacy Day highlights the urgent need for enhanced collaboration between IT and HR to protect personal data in an era of increasing cyber threats.

By Guy Eilon • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2018
Cloud Access Security Broker: A force to be reckoned with in the new-age of cloud computing
Cloud Security

Cloud Access Security Broker: A force to be reckoned with in the new-age of cloud computing

Before midday I had already accessed and shared information through three cloud based applications for work, and I had checked in to others.

By Guy Eilon • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2017
Forcepoint updates 'human-centric' security portfolio
Cloud Access Security Broker

Forcepoint updates 'human-centric' security portfolio

Forcepoint recently revealed updates to several features in its 'human-centric' security portfolio designed for government agencies and enterprise.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2017
Forcepoint appoints new CISO to 'protect the human point'
Cloud Access Security Broker

Forcepoint appoints new CISO to 'protect the human point'

Forcepoint appoints new CISO to lead user and data protection program, compliance, and certification for security offerings and partners.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2017
Safeguarding users with a Human Point System in security policy
Partner Programmes

Safeguarding users with a Human Point System in security policy

Observing human behaviour and understanding user-intent is the key to better security and to protect against critical business data and IP loss.

By Guy Eilon • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
Forcepoint looks to fuel partner growth with new appointments
Virtualisation

Forcepoint looks to fuel partner growth with new appointments

The company has put on Tom Flink as vice president of global channel sales and Robert Cipriani as senior channel manager for ANZ.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2017
Hackers steal data through 'easy back door' in massive Deloitte breach
Firewalls

Hackers steal data through 'easy back door' in massive Deloitte breach

​In just the last few weeks we've had three major breaches go public, and experts say this one could have been easily prevented.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2017
Forcepoint's RedOwl acquisition paves way for 'human-centric' security
Data Analytics

Forcepoint's RedOwl acquisition paves way for 'human-centric' security

Cybersecurity firm Forcepoint has spent an undisclosed amount on the acquisition of security analytics provider RedOwl.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
Forcepoint snaps up former Fortinet APAC sales VP to lead local growth
Firewalls

Forcepoint snaps up former Fortinet APAC sales VP to lead local growth

Forcepoint, the cybersecurity firm, has appointed George Chang, former VP of APAC sales at Fortinet, as its new VP of sales for APAC.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
Forcepoint expands with new cybersecurity analytics & data centre offerings
Hyperscale

Forcepoint expands with new cybersecurity analytics & data centre offerings

Forcepoint introduces updated cloud security portfolio, aiming to accelerate secure adoption of cloud applications.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Fri, 26th May 2017
User behaviour may be the hidden secret to security, says Forcepoint
Data Analytics

User behaviour may be the hidden secret to security, says Forcepoint

80% of cybersecurity professionals believe it's important to understand people's behaviours when it comes to intellectual property & critical data.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
Notorious cybercrime gang targeting Google Apps for C&C attacks
Cloud Access Security Broker

Notorious cybercrime gang targeting Google Apps for C&C attacks

Carbanak cybercrime gang now using Google infrastructure to act as Command and Control for weaponized documents.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Jan 2017
Forcepoint unveils security solution for remote workers
Cloud Access Security Broker

Forcepoint unveils security solution for remote workers

Forcepoint has introduced a better way to secure user connections to the web, enabling roaming employees with faster and more reliable access.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
Inside-out approach to security vital
Cloud Access Security Broker

Inside-out approach to security vital

Forcepoint unveils Sureview in Singapore to thwart insider cyber threats, tackling the overlooked risk of employee negligence.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Aug 2016
Forcepoint appoints three top executives for cybersecurity strength
Cloud Access Security Broker

Forcepoint appoints three top executives for cybersecurity strength

Forcepoint has announced the appointment of Richard Ford, Krist Lamb and Brian Shirey to chief roles in the company as it hopes to expand innovation.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016

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Forcepoint launches new security tool to stop 'risky' behaviour in its tracks
Endpoint Protection

Forcepoint launches new security tool to stop 'risky' behaviour in its tracks

Forcepoint is taking on the cybersecurity scene in Australia with the launch of its SureView Insider Threat tool to help organisations battle threats.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Sep 2016