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Data analytics has changed. Is the financial sector ready?

Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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The ANZ financial sector has data challenges a-plenty. Here's one more, and the combination of technologies that will see you through.
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Cyber attacks use LinkedIn to target companies and employees

Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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Researchers at ESET have exposed a sophisticated cyber campaign using LinkedIn messages to target companies and employees for financial gain and espionage.
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5G to be 'revolutionary' - yet security concerns remain high

Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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Security concerns overshadow optimism for 5G, with 35% of respondents expressing worries about its security, according to a study by Accenture.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Attivo Networks?

Wed, 10th Jun 2020
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TechDay's new 10 Minute IT Jams series kicks off with an interview with Jim Cook, ANZ regional director of US-based cybersecurity firm Attivo Networks.
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DNS recursive resolvers vulnerability can launch DDoS attacks against any victim

Fri, 5th Jun 2020
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A newly discovered vulnerability in DNS resolvers, dubbed NXNSAttack, enables cybercriminals to launch highly amplified DDoS attacks, warns Radware.
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Survey: poor backup planning can cripple online retail

Thu, 4th Jun 2020
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New survey finds one in four retailers have permanently lost critical business data, damaging sales and revenue.
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Rise in cyberattacks targeting the cloud as use of collaboration tools increase

Thu, 28th May 2020
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Cyberattacks targeting the cloud are increasing as the use of cloud services and collaboration tools rises during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to McAfee.
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Cybercriminals exploiting virus fears to gain access to corporate IT systems

Mon, 25th May 2020
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COVID-19 may have changed the way many people work, but this doesn't have to mean companies must accept lower levels of security.
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Report: Tech industry most attacked sector

Fri, 22nd May 2020
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Tech firms face a growing onslaught as cyber criminals exploit COVID-19 disruptions; NTT reports a 70% surge in attacks, with IoT weaponisation on the rise.
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Sophos and Arcserve bolster alliance with two new solutions

Wed, 20th May 2020
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The new solutions combine anti-ransomware and other threat-protection tech with immutable backup and disaster recovery capabilities.
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How DDoS protection is like a car's airbags

Mon, 18th May 2020
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DDoS attacks may occur infrequently, but the damages are severe. Why organisations still need dedicated DDoS protection. #cybersecurity #DDoS.
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Shadow of ransomware looms over healthcare sector

Thu, 14th May 2020
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Healthcare systems undergoing rapid digital transformation to cope with COVID-19 face increasing cyberattack risks, warns GlobalData.
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Cybersecurity heavy hitters join alliance to protect healthcare systems

Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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Cyber Alliance to Defend our Healthcare, formed by C5 Capital, announces new members to battle ten-fold rise in cyberattacks on healthcare during COVID-19.
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Consumer tolerance of cyber attacks wanes as users wise-up about security

Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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Consumer patience for cyber-attacks is dwindling; 70% believe companies fail in data protection, prompting many to switch to more secure competitors.
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Cyber criminals continue to capitalise on COVID-19

Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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Retarus has released an anti-phishing guide to help businesses combat the increased cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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MailGuard intercepts sinister cybercrime emails notifying users of COVID-19 “relief payment”

Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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MailGuard has intercepted malicious emails claiming to offer COVID-19 relief payments, exploiting financial uncertainties caused by the pandemic.
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What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education

Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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As COVID-19 cyber attacks rise, Wavelink underscores the imperative of advanced technology and robust education to mitigate risks and safeguard businesses.
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Do not wait: Look at your IoT devices now

Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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As millions of people become confined to their homes, the security of Internet of Things devices has never been so important.
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Data is more valuable to cyber attackers than cash - report

Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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A Positive Technologies report reveals data theft now surpasses cash as the main goal for cyber attackers, reflecting a 20-point annual rise.
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Acronis: Lack of backup process within organisations causing data losses

Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Traditional strategies and solutions to data protection are no longer able to keep up with the modern IT needs of individuals and organisations.