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 38
New wave of Locky ransomware appears to come from Vietnam
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
Aggressive new Locky ransomware variant traced to Vietnam, with over 27 million attacks observed in a single day by Barracuda researchers.
Monetary Authority of Singapore launches Cyber Security Advisory Panel
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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breach prevention
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ibm
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cyberark
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has set up its own Cyber Security Advisory Panel that includes global security experts and thought leaders.
Securing the printing process for a revolution in ID card management
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Choosing cards and printers with security in mind can result in durable, multifunction cards less likely to face misuse and tampering.
Addressing cybersecurity transparency for stronger protection
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
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cloud services
Security firm Aleron says that cybersecurity management is a complex problem and transparency can result in even more ambiguity.
Quann & Claroty strengthen Singapore's critical infrastructure security
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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partner programmes
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breach prevention
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managed services
Managed security services provider Quann will take on Singapore's critical infrastructure security in partnership with Claroty.
HP recruits former GCSB researcher for new Security Advisory Board
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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ai security
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hp
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gcsb
Ex-GCSB researcher Justine Bone has scored a role in HP's new Security Advisory Board, alongside a former hacker and a security consultant.
Keppel DC REIT acquires European data center for $103m
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
Keppel DC REIT bolsters portfolio with key $103m Irish data center, solidifying presence in Dublin's bustling tech hub.
Thales boost security for Kakao, Korea's 'digital only' bank
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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encryption
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fintech
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multi-cloud
South Korean digital-only bank Kakao has deployed Thales security technologies as part of its efforts to boost the foundation of its banking systems.
ExpensiveWall signs users up to fraudulent SMS services
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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technology gifts
Android users in the UK have been warned about a strain of malware, called ExpensiveWall, that can lead to fraudulent charges on their accounts.
CCleaner software compromised in supply chain malware attack
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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malware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Popular 'junk' wiper and maintenance software CCleaner has been subject to a hack that could potentially affect billions of users worldwide.
There are 320 million breached passwords available online right now
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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haveibeenpwned
More than 320 million compromised passwords are freely available online, warns Troy Hunt, who urges users to verify password safety on haveibeenpwned.com.
US Govt & Kaspersky in dispute over cyberespionage claims
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
The fiasco comes after DHS suspected a link between Kaspersky officials and Russian intelligence that could potentially risk US national security.
SonicWall & SentinelOne introduce combined endpoint solution for SMEs
Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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sonicwall
SonicWall and SentinelOne have teamed up to provide cybersecurity solutions for small and medium-size enterprises.
FireEye's new marketing chief says the company has a 'compelling' story to tell
Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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breach prevention
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brocade
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marketing
FireEye appoints industry vet Vasu Jakkal as CMO to amplify its cybersecurity narrative amidst the battle against digital threats.
Windows 10 security solutions powerless against 'bashware'
Thu, 14th Sep 2017
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malware
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open source
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cybersecurity
Every security solution on the market may be completely powerless to stop a vulnerability that could allow any malware to bypass Windows 10 systems.
Seven ways you can achieve complete network transparency
Thu, 14th Sep 2017
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data analytics
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phishing
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martech
Business leaders want to be able to detect an attack in progress, but correlating datasets is the real challenge.
Samsung Mobile launches bug bounty program
Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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cybersecurity
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samsung
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security vulnerabilities
Samsung is the latest vendor to jump into the world of bug bounties through the launch of Samsung Mobile Products Rewards Program.
Kiwontech launches AI-based email security platform in Japan
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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cybersecurity
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email
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kiwontech
South Korean email security provider Kiwontech will expand sales of its AI email security platform to Japan in partnership with Taiyo Tsushin Kogyo.
EMOTET banking malware returns with a wider scope & vengeance
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
The EMOTET banking malware has emerged with a wider target scope than ever before, three years after it was originally found.
Gemalto hails future of biometrics in ePassports for more efficient travel
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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biometrics
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software development
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passports
Gemalto's biometric self-service technologies are now being used in ePassports in 30 countries around the world.