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 32
Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt to give lesson on security-centric cultures
Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
'Creating a Security-Centric Culture' is designed to help CISOs and their teams with insight into the tools and methods needed to fight breaches.
“Last year was a phenomenal one for SailPoint on many fronts' - CEO
Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
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iam
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cybersecurity
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identity governance
SailPoint has credited its staff and passion for innovation for what the company describes as an 'award-winning' year in 2017.
APAC to be the fastest-growing region for security assessment services
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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devops
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apm
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software development
Asia Pacific will be a hotspot for security assessment vendors as it becomes the fastest growing region in the world between 2017-2022.
Fujitsu rolls out biometric palm vein authentication in Japan offices
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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biometrics
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iam
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cybersecurity
Fujitsu is rolling out its biometric palm vein authentication solutions within its own company to replace passwords used by around 80,000 employees.
Zyklon HTTP malware creates gaping backdoors through MS Office exploits
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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malware
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ddos
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breach prevention
Zyklon HTTP malware is described as a publicly-available and fully featured backdoor that is able to conduct DDoS attacks, steal passwords...
Germany outpaces APAC region for cloud security savviness
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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encryption
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cloud security
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accenture
Germany's lead in cloud security outpaces efforts in the Asia Pacific region in areas including data sharing, encryption and cloud deployment.
HKPC to Hong Kong businesses: Be prepared for financially-motivated cyber attacks in 2018
Fri, 19th Jan 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
According to the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team, there were 6506 security incidents reported last year - a 7% increase since 2017.
LogRhythm launches GDPR compliance module as deadline draws near
Fri, 19th Jan 2018
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siem
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hyperscale
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public cloud
LogRhythm has taken the plunge into the pre-GDPR market as businesses worldwide prepare their compliance strategies.
Blockpass joins Trusted IOT Alliance & Digital Identity Foundation
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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blockchain
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iot
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iam
Blockpass aligns with the Decentralized Identity Foundation and the Trusted IOT Alliance, paving the way for the launch of its self-sovereign identity solution.
WatchGuard buys Percipient Networks to harness DNS phishing & malware prevention
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies has bought out security DNS service provider Percipient Networks, adding phishing and malware prevention to its portfolio.
Proficio to deepen APAC presence after 'record-breaking' 2017
Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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mssp
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proficio
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incident management
Proficio plans to expand its global presence across Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America after a record-breaking 2017.
Singapore Cybersecurity Challenge winners laud UK 'Masterclass' experience
Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) has congratulated participants in last year's Cyber Security Challenge UK Masterclass Finals.
Australian Federal Police look for tech solution to help users submit digital evidence
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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physical security
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mobility
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content creation
The Australian Federal Police is seeking support for a new initiative allowing citizens to report security incidents using technology.
Trend Micro & Vivotek to launch cybersecurity-enhanced IP surveillance products
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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surveillance
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trend micro
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vivotek
Trend Micro and Vivotek have teamed up to launch cybersecurity-enhanced IP surveillance products, debuting at Intersec 2018 in Dubai.
Japan's 'sleepless AI sentinels' to provide connected car cybersecurity
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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cartech
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connectivity
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autonomous vehicle
Security as a Service platform for connected cars to launch in Tokyo, Japan, with plans for Europe and North America roll-outs this year.
Singapore firm embraces blockchain to fight credential fraud
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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blockchain
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iam
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cybersecurity
A Singapore tech firm is using blockchain technology to bring validation and authentication to CVs and other credential types.
KPMG continues push into IAM space through Cyberinc buyout
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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pam
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iam
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cybersecurity
The acquisition will see up to 25 Cyberinc employees join KPMG's Australian arm to boost capabilities in domestic identity and access management.
Google fixes vulnerability in Apps Script - but SaaS is still at risk
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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google
Security firm Proofpoint recently discovered a vulnerability that allows attackers to take advantage of Google Apps Script.
Singapore MINDEF opens doors to white hat hackers
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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crowdsourcing
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mindef
Singapore MINDEF invites ethical hackers to test internet-facing systems in a pioneering bug bounty programme, offering rewards up to SGD $20,000.
Telstra moves further into hybrid cloud space via VMtech buyout
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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hybrid cloud
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partner programmes
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telstra
Telstra has strengthened its enterprise cloud business after acquiring Sydney-based managed service provider VMtech.