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Cyber Threats stories - Page 58

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2018 proves to be a mixed bag of severe cyber threats, report finds
Mon, 17th Sep 2018
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2018 saw a surge in cyber threats with over 30 zero-day vulnerabilities and nearly 24,000 unique malware variants, Fortinet's report reveals.
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Blurred lines: How counterinsurgent strategies apply to threat hunting
Wed, 15th Aug 2018
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Successful counterinsurgency operations depend on thoroughly understanding the environments in which they are being conducted.
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Make the pre-emptive strike against cyberattacks with threat hunting
Mon, 23rd Jul 2018
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Threat hunting starts with the assumption that bad actors have already breached perimeter defences and are operating inside the environment.
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RSA says blockchain presents a new wave of cyber-risk for global organisations
Fri, 6th Jul 2018
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The $3.1 billion global investment in blockchain solutions in 2018 presents a potential cause for alarm, according to RSA.
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Microsoft report: Cyber attacks cost Australia $29b
Tue, 26th Jun 2018
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Cyber attacks could cost Australian businesses up to AU$29bn per year, equivalent to 1.9% of Australia's GDP, according to a report by Frost & Sullivan.
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The weaponisation of AI: how to defend against machine generated cyber attacks
Tue, 26th Jun 2018
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The ‘weaponisation’ of AI was predicted to be one of the biggest cybersecurity threats of 2018. Here's how to prepare.
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Fileless malware: Today's unseen threat to businesses
Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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The number of fileless malware attacks is on the rise, with a survey estimating a 35% increase in 2018. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Here’s what the threat landscape currently looks like, according to Fortinet
Fri, 22nd Jun 2018
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Fortinet says there are indications that some cybercriminals now prefer hijacking systems and using them for cryptomining.
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Workplace culture: The first line of infosec defence
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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A company’s greatest data security threat isn’t tech-related; it’s a lax workplace culture. Here are four essential steps to fortify your organisation.
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New Zealander appointed as Global Cyber Alliance ambassador
Wed, 6th Jun 2018
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New Zealander Tony Krzyzewski is one of eight international ambassadors appointed to the Global Cyber Alliance.
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How top CIOs prevent cyber threats
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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With malicious actors launching increasingly bold attacks, these are the top strategies CISOs use to fend off the danger.
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Growing IoT adoption putting Australians at risk of cyber attacks
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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IoT adoption rises 55% in Australia, but lack of security puts consumers at risk of cyber attacks, warns report.
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Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost
Thu, 17th May 2018
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The Government’s Budget 2018 will inject an extra $3.9 million for New Zealand’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) over the next four years.
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North Korea's threat actors operating from other countries
Mon, 7th May 2018
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North Korea conducts malicious cyber operations from countries including India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Nepal, Kenya, Mozambique, Indonesia, and China.
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Cryptominers posing a new threat for enterprise IT infrastructures
Fri, 4th May 2018
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As well as viruses, trojans, worms and ransomware attacks, IT managers now have a new threat to worry about: cryptominers.
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Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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The strategy will protect government agencies and networks from cyber hacking threats, and will also help to protect the privacy of Victorians.
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34 tech heavyweights stand strong: Protecting the globe from cyber threats
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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Not only with the companies protect customers, they've also vowed not to help governments who want to go on the cyber offensive.
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You’re invited: Sydney’s 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum
Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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Join leading security experts and execs at Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum from April 30 to May 2. Secure your spot now!.
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Malicious 'bad bots' account for more web traffic than ever before
Wed, 28th Mar 2018
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4% of bad bot traffic is made up of moderate or sophisticated bots, which evade detection by distributing their attacks over multiple IP addresses.
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Kiwi SMBs strengthen their cyber defences as threats rise
Tue, 27th Mar 2018
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Results from the survey found that 89% of SMBs have signed up for security solutions to protect against threats.