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Keeping your smart home safe in the world of IoT

The malware Mirai attacked tens of thousands of IP cameras and Wi-Fi routers. Bad user habits, such as some users never changing the default passwords, also pave the way for attackers to gain easy access.

The Missing Link to resell industrial cybersecurity solutions across A/NZ

Australian IT firm The Missing Link is now the preferred reseller for Nozomi Network’s industrial cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Equinix: Interconnection between businesses to grow 10x the internet

There are a number of reasons for the meteoric growth of private connectivity between businesses, all of which Equinix has highlighted in its latest study.

Entry deadline extended for the 2018 iSANZ Awards

New Zealand’s talented security businesses and individuals now have extra time up their sleeves to enter this year’s iSANZ awards.

emt Distribution signs exclusive A/NZ deal for malware analytics

VMRay’s malware analysis solution to helps to deepen partner’s capabilities to evaluate the cyber threat landscape

ESET cautions mobile gamers to check their games are safe

Whether on iOS or Android, downloadable games inevitably come with more security risks.

Survey: Rising role of IT in physical security provides opportunities

In addition to taking care of cybersecurity, IT departments are having to adapt to spearhead issues set forth by the physical security dept.

NZ urgently needs to get the Privacy Bill right for everyone's sake, says InternetNZ

“There’s currently no law requiring companies like Z Energy, Vector, or LinkedIn to tell New Zealanders if their data has been leaked."

Seven things SMBs can do right now to prevent cyber attacks

“Many think security is not their responsibility but it’s a serious risk that can destroy their business,” warns Professor Matthew Warren.

Tech Futures Lab launches Digital Suitcase to upskill everyday adults

Digital Suitcase is an online platform that teaches everyday adults digital knowledge that they need to thrive in the digital world.

BT and UTS team-up to fight cybercrime

The collaboration will focus on cybersecurity as well as machine learning.

Cybersecurity should be priority in US$8b smart utility spend

Utilities are becoming increasingly connected worldwide, and also becoming increasingly vulnerable - so why are governments letting security slide?

Caught in the wild: A look at email scams and spam

Every day cybercriminals come up with a wide variety of phishing tactics with the intent of scamming innocent users.

CompTIA's board of directors outline IT channel trends

"Companies in all layers of the channel are gaining footholds and cementing relationships with decision-makers."

WatchGuard appoints first platinum partner in A/NZ

National MSP Viatek Group was awarded platinum status in recognition of its commitment to protecting and securing clients with Watchguard offerings.

Homegrown success stories to speak at Canterbury Tech Summit

September 12 marks this year’s upcoming Canterbury Tech Summit, and organisers those lucky enough to attend will not be disappointed.

A quick guide to machine learning in cybersecurity

Beyond the numbers and the terminology, there is a simple question: What does machine learning do for cybersecurity, anyway?

Intelligent cybersecurity systems - before it's too late

With all of the benefits that machine learning brings to any cybersecurity analytics system, can you really afford not to make that step?

What does WatchGuard bring to A/NZ?

WatchGuard Technologies is a cybersecurity vendor actively looking for new local channel partners. We asked what it is offering the A/NZ market.

You’re invited: Learn from the best at Sailpoint Navigate in Sydney

August is upon us already and so too is the free SailPoint Navigate 2018 conference with a heavyweight lineup of keynote speakers.

Report: Cybersecurity pressures on the rise - but there is a solution

Trustwave's annual survey found that for the fifth consecutive year security professionals are feeling more stress, but there are some bright spots.

Cisco to drop $2.35b to acquire access security provider

Cisco has announced the intent to acquire Duo Security in order to expand its users' ability to manage secure connections to devices.

Synnex expands data protection portfolio for SMBs

Synnex Australia now offers Carbonite data protection to enhance its security offerings.

SonicWall gains ‘Recommended’ rating in NSS Labs Firewall Test

The 2018 NSS Labs Next-Generation Firewall Test is focused on security effectiveness, performance and total cost of ownership.

Whitepaper: How to explain why IT security needs more budget

Do you want to convince your higher-ups that IT and security need more budget?

A step-by-step guide to starting the security discussion with your executives

Your organisation has “jewels” in your servers and critical endpoints: Data.

Infographic: Why an outdated unified comms solution hurts your business

Seventy-one percent of IT professionals say their organisations use multiple communication or collaboration solutions unnecessarily.

The features that should be front and centre when evaluating SIEMs

According to Frost & Sullivan, SIEM can either be an enabler or a retardant and there's a thin line between the two - here's the key attributes.

Review: Cut through the noise with AI-driven threat analytics

SANS has provided an independent review of a new AI analytics solution designed to rescue businesses 'drowning in data' from SIEM platforms.