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Ticketmaster cyberattack - what lessons can be learnt?
Firewalls

Ticketmaster cyberattack - what lessons can be learnt?

The Ticketmaster data breach affected 560 million people, with personal data being sold for USD $500 million. AI-powered SIEM systems emerge as key in preventing such cyberattacks.

By Sean Abbott • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Game review: System Shock (Xbox Series X)
Gaming

Game review: System Shock (Xbox Series X)

The System Shock remake for Xbox Series X brings better graphics and an intriguing storyline but is held back by outdated mechanics and lack of waypoints. 7.5/10.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Why strong passwords are still the first line of defence against cyber threats
Multi-factor authentication

Why strong passwords are still the first line of defence against cyber threats

Despite advancements in cybersecurity, many breaches still involve stolen credentials due to weak passwords. Businesses must enforce robust password policies to mitigate risks.

By Jason Whyte • 4 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
The problem with biometrics and the key things to consider
DevOps

The problem with biometrics and the key things to consider

Biometrics promise secure authentication, but they aren't foolproof. Issues with accuracy, hacking, theft, privacy, and bias complicate their efficacy.

By Roger Grimes • 5 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Exclusive: Insights from Yubico on World Password Day
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive: Insights from Yubico on World Password Day

Ahead of World Password Day, Yubico's Regional VP, Geoff Schomburgk discusses the firm's global impact on cybersecurity and its move towards pioneering passwordless solutions.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Portnox teams up with Bugcrowd for private bug bounty programme
Unified Communications

Portnox teams up with Bugcrowd for private bug bounty programme

Cloud-native access control solutions provider, Portnox, is launching a private bug-bounty scheme in collaboration with Bugcrowd, incentivising white-hat hackers to identify security vulnerabilities for financial rewards.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024
China's hacking accusations against West lack substantial proof, says SentinelOne
Cybersecurity

China's hacking accusations against West lack substantial proof, says SentinelOne

SentinelOne's investigation refutes China's allegations of Western hacking, highlighting a lack of substantial proof and noting China's use of recycled details from leaked US documents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Rising cyber threats challenge Southeast Asia's booming digital economy
Digital Transformation

Rising cyber threats challenge Southeast Asia's booming digital economy

As Southeast Asia's digital economy rapidly reaches $100bn, it is attracting cyber criminals, with 28% of businesses observing an increase in threats alongside their digital expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Jan 2024
Cyberint report explores digital dynamics of Israel-Hamas, Russia-Ukraine conflicts
Hacking

Cyberint report explores digital dynamics of Israel-Hamas, Russia-Ukraine conflicts

Cyberint releases report on digital warfare trends in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine conflicts, highlighting increased hacktivism.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Ten hacker security measures to prevent cyber attacks
Data Privacy

Ten hacker security measures to prevent cyber attacks

Cybersecurity awareness remains a hot topic, and users are increasingly aware of the dangers of the digital world ,trying to avoid them within their means.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Three unsafe technologies that could 'hack our bodies'
Semiconductors

Three unsafe technologies that could 'hack our bodies'

Implantable technologies are still quite primitive and hacking into them is unlikely to have major consequences, aside from medical devices.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2023
Younger generations less likely to change their passwords
Cybersecurity

Younger generations less likely to change their passwords

Generation Z and Millennials in Australia and Canada less likely to change passwords, says study. Americans want companies to pay ransom.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2023
Australia is 5th most hacked worldwide, says cybersecurity expert
Data Protection

Australia is 5th most hacked worldwide, says cybersecurity expert

According to the expert, cybercriminals are prospecting for valuable information, exploiting vulnerabilities and forging new techniques.

By Gaurav Sharma • 7 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2023
Qakbot cyber hacking operation revealed by Check Point and FBI
Ransomware

Qakbot cyber hacking operation revealed by Check Point and FBI

FBI dismantles Qakbot cyber hacking operation, impacting 700k computers worldwide. The malware is highly adaptive and financially-driven.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023
Major surge in memory-based attacks as hackers evade traditional cloud security defences
Cloud Security

Major surge in memory-based attacks as hackers evade traditional cloud security defences

Protecting workloads with tools that understand how to interpret attacks on cloud runtime environments is crucial.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Hacking stories

UK mid-sized firms voice concerns over cybersecurity threats
Digital Transformation

UK mid-sized firms voice concerns over cybersecurity threats

Amid growing threats, 43% of UK's mid-sized firms remain worried about cybersecurity, fearing existing measures aren't robust enough.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Parliament cyber summit highlights AI threat to national security
Ransomware

Parliament cyber summit highlights AI threat to national security

Cyber-plans to tackle escalating AI threats to national security spotlighted at Parliament Street think tank's summit.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
Why fuzzing is an insufficient method for testing your APIs
Firewalls

Why fuzzing is an insufficient method for testing your APIs

One of the common techniques used in software testing to identify potential vulnerabilities or bugs in a programme is fuzzing.

By Harold Bell • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jul 2023