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IoT bank attacks on show at INTERPOL's Digital Security Challenge

Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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Cybercrime experts from 23 countries gathered in Vienna for INTERPOL's Digital Security Challenge, simulating an IoT-based cyber attack on a bank.
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Exclusive Interview: The mandatory data breach laws are here, but can the channel take advantage?

Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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We spoke to Juniper Networks to get their take on the Mandatory Data Breach Laws, and where they see opportunity for channel partners.
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Assessing the rising threat of encrypted tunnels

Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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Venafi senior technical manager Nick Hunter takes a look at five key threats posed by encrypted tunnel attacks.
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Proofpoint spends $284m to acquire email security leader

Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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Proofpoint will hand over US$225 million (AU$284 million) as part of a deal that will help the company continue its journey into phishing prevention.
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New advisory platform finds 41m PDFs part of a cyberattack in last 3 months

Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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Barracuda announced the availability of its new platform that provides advanced threat trends in real time - along with some shocking findings.
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Winter Olympics hacked: Was it just disruptive or something more sinister?

Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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The Winter Olympics recently fell victim to a cyberattack which seemed to be just a disruption, but this expert says there could be more behind it.
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Surprise - the PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games were hacked

Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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Games organisers have reportedly admitted that its servers had been attacked, forcing them to shut down the official website.
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Oracle MICROS POS vulnerability may compromise 330,000 POS systems

Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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A vulnerability in Oracle's POS systems may affect more than 330,000 payment systems across the globe, putting files and sensitive information at risk.
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Cyber warfare set to surge in 2018 but expert says Britain is not prepared

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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Cyber war has exploded and is now quite literally on our doorstep - despite this an expert claims Britain's defences are severely underfunded.
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Ten things you need to know about Chronicle, Alphabet's new cybersecurity firm

Fri, 26th Jan 2018
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Alphabet has unveiled Chronicle, a new cybersecurity firm aimed at detecting and stopping attacks using advanced analytics and Google's vast infrastructure.
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Hacker steals US$440K in 'easily avoidable' digital currency breach

Fri, 26th Jan 2018
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A hacker hijacked Black Wallet to steal around $440,000 from Bitcoin rival Stellar Lumen - High Tech Bridge's CEO says it was simple to prevent.
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Five digital transformation considerations for CIOs

Wed, 24th Jan 2018
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How can existing IT infrastructure cope with the unprecedented influx of data and demanding business applications?.
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Whitepaper: What is cybercrime doing closer to home?

Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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This new report from Frost & Sullivan delves into APAC's cybersecurity maturity and includes a country breakdown and advice moving forward.
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Building digital trust in 2018: Security predictions from CA Technologies

Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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A bolt-on approach to security is not only inadequate, but might also cause immense, irreparable damage to an organization's operations & reputation.
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Highly-targeted cyberattacks surround upcoming Winter Olympics

Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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McAfee released a report that revealed cybercriminals have targeted organisations involved in fast approaching Winter Olympics held in South Korea.
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How to mitigate cyber risks while travelling

Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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Over the past year, compromises of payment card data, network intrusions, and cyberattacks using hotel Wi-Fi have plagued the hospitality industry.
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AI, edge computing, and IoT - Ixia's 2018 predictions for cloud security

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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It's essential for businesses to be aware of these trends and understand how they can ensure their networks are properly architected and secured.
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Avoid gifting weaponised teddy bears & game console hacks: Top IoT threats this season

Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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Cyber attacks on toys, gaming consoles and home assistants, you ask? Weaponised teddy bears? Yes, it is possible.
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Cisco maintains grip on IT security market after 'strong channel partner focus'

Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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​Canalys has released its latest predictions surrounding the global IT security market's performance over the third quarter in 2017.
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Ludicrous cybercrime profit means Mafia no longer constrained to the streets

Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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​Back in the day it was not uncommon for people to ransack stagecoaches and rob armoured trucks, but now they're robbing servers.