About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Sara - Page 23
Fujitsu Labs takes network control approach IoT security
Tue, 29th May 2018
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Fujitsu Technologies has developed a new kind of network control technology that is able to secure IoT devices installed in the field.
Low-cost Android devices shipping pre-installed Colisoon adware
Tue, 29th May 2018
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malware
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semiconductors
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cybersecurity
Low-cost Android devices from manufacturers such as ZTE and Archos are being pre-installed with adware, researchers at Avast say.
The IoT arena is exploding: Why network visibility is key to keeping cyber threats at bay
Mon, 28th May 2018
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Businesses must know what type of device is accessing the network, who owns it, where & how it's connecting, and what security measures are in place.
Interview: Twizo explains why the 2FA revolution isn't quite here – but it is coming
Mon, 28th May 2018
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Silverstreet, a cloud communications company, aims to simplify two-factor authentication with its cybersecurity brand, Twizo.
Consumers will reward companies with good data protection - and they'll punish those without it
Mon, 28th May 2018
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Consumers are wary about organisations' ability to safeguard their personal data, with 37% believing most businesses just don't know how to do it.
When AI goes rogue - a look into its possible futures
Mon, 28th May 2018
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malware
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surveillance
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physical security
Today's computers are inherently insecure so they're a poor choice for high-stakes machine learning systems and AI, according to the EFF.
VPNFilter malware enslaving home networking devices worldwide
Fri, 25th May 2018
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storage
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malware
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firewalls
A malware called VPNFilter is quickly becoming the security emergency of the year as the number of infections rises & few ways to defend against it.
BMW awards Chinese security team's work in exposing connected vehicle vulnerabilities
Thu, 24th May 2018
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cartech
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bmw
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tencent
When Chinese security researchers found vulnerabilities in BMW's connected vehicles, BMW didn't just fix the vulnerabilities, it awarded the team.
SonicWall celebrates 'record-setting' growth over past 18 months
Wed, 23rd May 2018
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cybersecurity
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SonicWall continues to gain strong interest from investors off the back of solid financial performance for six straight quarters.
Singapore IMDA launches GoSecure cybersecurity programme for Singapore ICT firms
Wed, 23rd May 2018
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cybersecurity
Singapore's IMDA launches the GoSecure programme, collaborating with SIT to enhance the cybersecurity of 200 ICT firms from July 2018 to July 2020.
ThreatQuotient appoints ex-Cisco security sales chief to lead APAC expansion
Wed, 23rd May 2018
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cisco
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threat intelligence
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threatquotient
ThreatQuotient has chosen Australia as its Asia pacific base. Former Cisco security sales chief Anthony Stitt will lead operations.
Why security suites are ousting traditional antivirus programs
Wed, 23rd May 2018
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In recent years, user privacy and security have become paramount, while criminals attempt to coerce, steal and manipulate users for their data.
How to effectively address security challenges in a digital healthcare world
Wed, 23rd May 2018
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breach prevention
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healthtech
It's important for healthcare firms to maintain organisation-wide security that is both up-to-date and automated, says Wavelink.
How ID cards can use visual security to make counterfeiters weep
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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counterfeits
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secure issuance
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identity cards
One look at a well-crafted identity card could tell counterfeiters that they're defeated before they even try.
Android malware used to target North Korean defectors
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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malware
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casb
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cybersecurity
A malware called RedDawn used Google Play to apparently target North Korean defectors, according to security firm McAfee.
Email fraud attacks take fast and furious approach to their business targets
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Email fraud attacks surged 55% last quarter as criminals focus on targeted strikes, with real estate firms among the hardest hit, reports Proofpoint.
Google gears up to mark all HTTP pages as 'not secure'
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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encryption
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google
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ssl certificate
Google will start marking all HTTP pages as 'not secure' from September 2018, pushing for a default secure web by omitting 'secure' indicators on HTTPS pages.
MAS cybersecurity chief positions trust as critical to success of e-payments
Mon, 21st May 2018
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martech
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commerce systems
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risk & compliance
The Monetary Authority of Singapore's chief cybersecurity officer says the nation must put significant effort into making e-payments trustworthy.
Data privacy regulations causing headaches for AU businesses
Mon, 21st May 2018
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ai security
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data privacy
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Only 9% of Australian businesses are prepared to comply with GDPR, despite feeling confident about NDB, according to Webroot's report.
ACIP releases best practices to stamp out financial crime in Singapore
Wed, 16th May 2018
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money laundering
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monetary authority of singapore
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financial institutions
Singapore must not tarnish its reputation as an international financial centre and transport hub by becoming a transit point for money laundering.