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 24
SailPoint outlines the three frontiers of identity governance at Navigate '18
Wed, 16th May 2018
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martech
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planning
SailPoint focuses on users, applications, and data as the future frontiers of identity governance. #identity #security #Navigate18.
ExtraHop Reveal(x) brings cutting-edge AI to network security analytics
Tue, 15th May 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
ExtraHop took a different approach to its Reveal(x) solution than what you'd generally find in solutions from other security firms.
APAC to lead market growth in botnet detection solutions and services
Tue, 15th May 2018
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ddos
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Asia Pacific will experience a 36% CAGR for botnet detection solutions and services, exceeding growth rates in North America and Europe.
A new twist on an old phish: Apple scams now using encryption
Tue, 15th May 2018
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encryption
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phishing
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email security
Trend Micro recently deconstructed a new phishing scam that targets Apple IDs and uses AES encryption as part of its processes.
Android apps can track network connections - is it time to use a VPN?
Mon, 14th May 2018
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firewalls
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vpns
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network infrastructure
Google to address app monitoring of network activity in upcoming Android P, says NordVPN. Users urged to use VPN for online privacy.
Securing SWIFT networks vitally important for cyber attack prevention
Fri, 11th May 2018
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iot security
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forescout technologies
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swift
Businesses that use the SWIFT network must comply with SWIFT's Customer Security Programme (CSP) or face the risk of attacks.
OWASP vulnerabilities plague mobile apps: Data leakage a major concern
Wed, 9th May 2018
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mobile apps
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security vulnerabilities
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pradeo
Across two million applications analysed by Pradeo's security engine, almost one third of applications contained an OWASP vulnerability.
Eaton's Tofino industrial Ethernet solution gets an update
Wed, 9th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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ethernet
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eaton
Eaton's Tofino enhances industrial net security with fibre optics & new firewall tech, defending critical infrastructure.
IoT device security is a business responsibility, too
Wed, 9th May 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Despite their potential, IoT devices often lack proper security measures, posing significant risks for businesses. ESET emphasises a proactive approach.
Singapore committed to shaping the future of a cyber-smart maritime industry
Mon, 7th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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cyber security agency of singapore
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partners
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and Singapore Shipping Association are promoting cyber threat awareness in the maritime industry.
Twitter password glitch showcases 'extreme jumpiness' in digital sector
Mon, 7th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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More than 330 million Twitter users are being urged to change their passwords after an internal system glitch caused the passwords to be exposed.
Food industry hit hardest by malware in 2017 - report
Mon, 7th May 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
Businesses in the food industry were hit hardest by various types of malware in 2017 – a trend that is relatively unchanged from the previous year.
The who, what, and why of managed security service providers
Sun, 6th May 2018
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cloud security
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multi-cloud
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mssp
In a new e-book, Rackspace and Alert Logic unveil how managed security service providers can bolster your organisation's cyber defences in the multi-cloud era.
Why cybercriminals are corrupting popular social media platforms
Sun, 6th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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facebook
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instagram
Fraudsters are targeting legitimate social media platforms to create a new type of fraud market – one that has a global reach.
Aura Information Security's password tips for World Password Day
Thu, 3rd May 2018
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risk & compliance
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passwords
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aura information security
What's in a password? A lot, actually. Your passwords are the gateway to you and your company's most important documents and assets.
Virtustream opens up SaaS offerings to include compliance & risk management
Thu, 3rd May 2018
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network infrastructure
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risk & compliance
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cloud services
Dell Technologies' cloud business Virtustream has added risk management and continuous compliance monitoring to its specialised SaaS offerings.
Five steps to ensure persistent data security across your network
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Gaps are starting to appear in perimeter defences, which can be exploited by hackers or malware to steal information and personal data.
LogRhythm & Mimecast fuse email security & next-gen SIEM
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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siem
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socs
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email security
Joint customers are now able to access LogRhythm's advanced correlation and security analytics through email security data from Mimecast's cloud.
Survey points to forgetfulness as main reason why people reuse their passwords
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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lastpass
91% of the 2000 respondents know that using the same password for multiple accounts is a security risk, but 59% continue to do it anyway.
Uber updates bug bounty terms to stop extortion and unauthorised data collection
Tue, 1st May 2018
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uber
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bug bounty
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hackerone
Uber updates bug bounty program to include safe harbour for good faith hackers, but warns against illegal activity and extortion.