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WatchGuard report: 30% of all malware isn't caught by legacy AV
Malware

WatchGuard report: 30% of all malware isn't caught by legacy AV

WatchGuard's Quarterly Internet Security Report says that 30% of malware attacks are new or zero day exploits - and legacy AVs are missing threats.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Introducing the dawn of a radical approach to cyber risk management
AI Security

Introducing the dawn of a radical approach to cyber risk management

It's time to think inside the box. Threat prevention offers the lowest risk, lowest cost and limited liability, according to experts.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Is your healthcare data safe? Here are three ways to protect it
Network Infrastructure

Is your healthcare data safe? Here are three ways to protect it

Healthcare providers and healthcare systems have some of the most valuable information not only for patient health, but also for cyber attackers.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Criminals on a mission of ambition and disruption, says Symantec
Malware

Criminals on a mission of ambition and disruption, says Symantec

Ransomware attackers are increasing their ransoms; more emails are containing malicious links; and disruption is the word of the day.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017
NGFW market booms on back of advanced and dynamic threats
Analyst report

NGFW market booms on back of advanced and dynamic threats

Next gen firewalls with integrated security offerings are seeing mass adoption and offering strong growth opportunities according to Frost & Sullivan.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017
March saw rise in web attacks; but email malware and spam drop back
Malware

March saw rise in web attacks; but email malware and spam drop back

Symantec reports back on the latest threat statistics for March - email malware dipped, but web attacks are the biggest since 2016.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2017
What's the biggest threat? There's no easy answer, Fortinet finds
Malware

What's the biggest threat? There's no easy answer, Fortinet finds

Fortinet reveals a complex cyber threat landscape, with no single greatest peril, as IoT vulnerabilities lead attacks in Asia.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017
ESET-DESlock acquisition pays off in data encryption test
Malware

ESET-DESlock acquisition pays off in data encryption test

ESET's encryption solution named best for SMBs by AV-Comparatives, highlighting growing importance of data security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2017
Ixia survey finds network complexity is weakening enterprise security
Malware

Ixia survey finds network complexity is weakening enterprise security

Ixia reveals in their new report that network complexity, not just malware, poses a significant threat to business security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2017
The tools you need to safely navigate an evolving threat landscape
Data Analytics

The tools you need to safely navigate an evolving threat landscape

Lenovo offers businesses a comprehensive checklist for bolstering security with top-tier hardware and insights, ensuring you stay ahead of evolving threats.

By Sam Worthington • 1 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2017
Security firm NSFOCUS launches in Australia; signs Aquion as distributor
Malware

Security firm NSFOCUS launches in Australia; signs Aquion as distributor

NSFOCUS has moved into Australia and says it is 'uniquely placed' to protect against cyber attacks from China.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2017
Rise of new technologies a major concern for Asian cybersecurity professionals
Endpoint Protection

Rise of new technologies a major concern for Asian cybersecurity professionals

As Asian economies rapidly adopt cloud & mobile working, it is critical for Asian governments & enterprises to re-think enterprise IT security.

By Dick Bussiere • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2017
Ransomware was 2016's hottest ticket as attacks spiked to whopping 752%
Malware

Ransomware was 2016's hottest ticket as attacks spiked to whopping 752%

Ransomware has seen a 752% increase in use over 2016, resulting in $1 billion in losses for enterprises worldwide.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2017

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Exclusive: NSP taking LogRhythm SIEM to SMB market with security-as-a-service offering
Security Information and Event Management

Exclusive: NSP taking LogRhythm SIEM to SMB market with security-as-a-service offering

Network and system integrator NSP is gearing up to launch a new security-as-a-service offering, which takes LogRhythm's SIEM to the SMB market.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2017
Data compliance top of mind for Japanese enterprises as legal deadline looms
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Data compliance top of mind for Japanese enterprises as legal deadline looms

More than half of Japanese enterprises are increasing their security spending – and topping the list is compliance.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017
Asian cybersecurity confidence levels take a dip
DevOps

Asian cybersecurity confidence levels take a dip

With nation-state cyber attacks, malware intrusions & massive data breaches every day, it is no surprise that cybersecurity is top of mind.

By Dick Bussiere • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2017
Dridex email campaign hits Australia: Patch your MS Office software now
Malware

Dridex email campaign hits Australia: Patch your MS Office software now

Proofpoint issues critical alert to Microsoft Office users to patch their software after Dridex email malware hits Australia.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Apr 2017
A triumph for cyber security: New Zealand's CERT team has finally been launched
Cybersecurity

A triumph for cyber security: New Zealand's CERT team has finally been launched

New Zealand escalates cyber defence with the launch of CERT NZ, a pinnacle move in safeguarding against digital threats.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Apr 2017