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Dicker Data NZ adds Trend Micro to security portfolio

Thu, 11th Feb 2021
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Dicker Data becomes exclusive distributor of Trend Micro products in New Zealand, strengthening their security portfolio.
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Check Point launches security gateways to protect SMBs against threats

Fri, 5th Feb 2021
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The range of six gateways sets new standards of protection against the most advanced cyber attacks for SMBs, giving greater ease of deployment and management.
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Verify, and keep verifying: The case for a zero trust framework

Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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In a digitally transformed world and dynamic new environment, static trust can never be assumed. Zero trust security is at the heart of this mindset.
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How Bitcoin could impact the cyber-threat landscape

Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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Bitcoin's surge in value has made cybercriminals rich, with the rise in profits driving a more financially motivated threat landscape.
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Exabeam appoints sales & channel managers for APJ

Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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Exabeam states that it is seeing 'significant growth in demand' for its SIEM solutions, with a total of four new regional hires in the region year to date.
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Malware variants becoming increasingly prevalent, sophisticated and evolved

Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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Malware variants are becoming more sophisticated and prevalent, posing a greater threat to businesses, according to Giacom and Webroot.
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IronNet expands Asia Pacific presence with new strategic partnership

Tue, 19th Jan 2021
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IronNet expands in Asia Pacific with strategic partnership with M.Tech to meet growing demand for cybersecurity solutions.
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22 billion records exposed from breaches in 2020 — report

Fri, 15th Jan 2021
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The research also found that 35% of the breaches recorded by Tenable were caused by ransomware attacks, while 14% of breaches stemmed from email compromises.
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Cybercriminals target COVID-19 vaccine - report

Wed, 23rd Dec 2020
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Attackers did not spare clinics where COVID-19 patients were being treated or pharmaceutical sites where vaccine research was being conducted.
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WatchGuard releases two new firewall appliances

Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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network security
New Firebox M Series appliances provide flexible security for organisations managing the increased shift to remote workforces.
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DNS threats expected to explode over the holiday period, report finds

Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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Experts warn of heightened DNS attack risks during holiday shopping peak, urge firms to bolster cyber defences.
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Malwarebytes expands security protection suite for remote workers

Wed, 9th Dec 2020
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Malwarebytes has announced the expansion of its protection suite and industry partnerships to incorporate more features to help protect remote workers.
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Operational technology catches up with digital transformation

Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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Asia's energy, oil and gas, and manufacturing sectors are rapidly digitizing operations to remain competitive, driving a greater focus on cybersecurity.
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Unitec becomes first member to join NZ Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy

Mon, 7th Dec 2020
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Unitec joins Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy, providing students with the tools and knowledge to succeed in the industry.
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Malwarebytes expands protection suite, with focus on protecting remote workers

Fri, 4th Dec 2020
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risk & compliance
Malwarebytes expands its protection suite and partners with cyber-insurance provider Coalition to offer customers joint discounts.
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Bad Bots and DDoS fuel record cyber risk

Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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Bad Bots and DDoS attacks are set to increase cyber risk during the 2020 holiday shopping season, warns Imperva.
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NCSC prevents $70m harm against NZ's nationally significant organisations

Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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New Zealand's nationally significant organisations have faced at least 352 cyber incidents in the 2019/2020 year, but the dangers are far from over.
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DevSecOps increasingly important, but APAC organisations lagging behind

Thu, 19th Nov 2020
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COVID-19 is driving IT leaders to accelerate secure software development, with DevSecOps gaining importance, according to IDC's latest survey.
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The retailer safety guide for the world of online shopping

Thu, 19th Nov 2020
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Are you an online retailer? This guide details the threats that you need to be aware of to keep safe in the biggest ever year of online shopping.
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Acronis accelerates growth plans with CyberLynx acquisition

Wed, 18th Nov 2020
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Acronis acquires CyberLynx, an Israel-based cybersecurity consultancy firm, to strengthen its expertise in the field.