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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Mimecast exec on the threat of ransomware
Malware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Mimecast exec on the threat of ransomware

In this interview, Garrett discusses the question of whether or not to pay ransoms, and explains why it's the biggest cybersecurity threat of our time.

By Nick Forrester • 1 min read • Tue, 28th Sep 2021
Why phishing is a bigger threat than ransomware
Malware

Why phishing is a bigger threat than ransomware

Preventing today's increasingly dynamic phishing attempts requires next-generation 'on-device' web security that can block phishing sites.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Sep 2021
The network effect and the search for resilient email security
Email Security

The network effect and the search for resilient email security

Not only is email everywhere, but it is 'built-in' to our lives as a required mode of communication for too many activities to name.

By Graeme Slogrove • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Sep 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Darktrace?
Ransomware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Darktrace?

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams: Darktrace's MD for APAC, Sanjay Aurora, discusses the company's latest innovations and cyber-defence strategies.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021
Secureworks appoints Wendy Thomas as president and CEO
Cybersecurity

Secureworks appoints Wendy Thomas as president and CEO

Thomas moves into the CEO role after serving as president of customer success. She has also held roles in finance, strategy, and product at the company.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - StarWind engineer on the optimal disaster recovery approach
Storage

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - StarWind engineer on the optimal disaster recovery approach

In today's interview, StarWind solutions engineer Orest Lesyuk discusses disaster recovery, ransomware, and how StarWind's solutions stand out.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Thu, 23rd Sep 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Tanium?
Security Information and Event Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Tanium?

Tanium is a cybersecurity and systems management company that helps organisations manage and protect their mission-critical networks.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
Seven key principles behind a robust cybersecurity practice
Cybersecurity

Seven key principles behind a robust cybersecurity practice

Here are seven critical questions that TSPs should ask of their cybersecurity practice to help protect customers.

By Gregg Lalle • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Sep 2021
HackerOne unveils sweeping product expansion, including vulnerability ranking table
Cybersecurity

HackerOne unveils sweeping product expansion, including vulnerability ranking table

HackerOne introduces new features for its security intelligence services, including a worldwide top 10 ranking table and CVE Exploitation Index.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Sep 2021
The three Rs of visibility for any cloud journey
DevOps

The three Rs of visibility for any cloud journey

Network-based telemetry is an essential component in securing the move to the cloud, writes Gigamon CTO Shehzad Merchant.

By Shehzad Merchant • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2021
How Self-Learning AI is changing the paradigm of endpoint security
AI Security

How Self-Learning AI is changing the paradigm of endpoint security

Self-Learning AI is set to change the game for endpoint security – detecting the novel and sophisticated attacks that cause so much disruption today.

By Max Heinemeyer • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2021
The importance of securing cloud deployments with the right services
Hybrid Cloud

The importance of securing cloud deployments with the right services

It's important to choose a partner that can recommend fit-for-purpose solutions developed specifically for the organisation's unique requirements.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
Attivo Networks launches credential-cloaking tool to deter data thieves
Identity and Access Management

Attivo Networks launches credential-cloaking tool to deter data thieves

The tool is part of Attivo's Endpoint Detection Net suite, and is aimed at enabling organisations to hide credentials from would-be attackers and their tools.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Sep 2021
What to know when considering zero trust digital transformation
Malware

What to know when considering zero trust digital transformation

The security landscape is constantly changing, but SASE can help organisations tackle countless security challenges.

By Woodrow Mosqueda • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Sep 2021
Wake-up call required to defend APAC's critical national infrastructure
Application Security

Wake-up call required to defend APAC's critical national infrastructure

Cyber-attacks across the Asia Pacific region have grown in sophistication and prevalence, and require effective incident response mechanisms to combat them.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Thu, 9th Sep 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Exabeam?
Security Information and Event Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Exabeam?

Exabeam is cybersecurity and analytics solution provider, specialising in threat detection, investigation, and response (TDIR).

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021

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Vodafone NZ launches new remote working security tool
Firewalls

Vodafone NZ launches new remote working security tool

Partnering with Palo Alto Networks, the solution uses advanced threat protection technology to safeguard users and ensures a secure remote working environment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Sep 2021