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Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure

AUS 3C's report finds Gen Z and Millennials know cybersecurity basics but struggle with consistent use, citing inconvenience and frustration.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season
Ransomware

Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season

As Australia's EOFY approaches, businesses and individuals rush to complete tax tasks, opening the door for heightened cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
IT leaders urge Australian govt to boost cyber threat funding
Cybersecurity

IT leaders urge Australian govt to boost cyber threat funding

A new poll by Tenable reveals 79% of Australian IT and cybersecurity leaders feel the federal government's efforts against evolving cyber threats are inadequate, demanding more preventive measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024

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Veritas bolsters cyber resilience with new AI-driven updates
Malware

Veritas bolsters cyber resilience with new AI-driven updates

Veritas Technologies enhances cyber resilience with AI-powered automation and user interface updates, streamlining recovery from ransomware attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Amplitude unveils Made Easy update to simplify digital analytics
Data Analytics

Amplitude unveils Made Easy update to simplify digital analytics

Amplitude has launched its Made Easy update, streamlining digital analytics with features such as one-line setup and AI-powered assistance for users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Microsoft tackles 88 vulnerabilities in latest Patch Tuesday update
Marketing Technologies

Microsoft tackles 88 vulnerabilities in latest Patch Tuesday update

Microsoft patched 88 security flaws in October's Patch Tuesday, including seven critical and ten zero-day vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Nexthink study: BSOD affects 1 in 200 devices daily
Health Technologies

Nexthink study: BSOD affects 1 in 200 devices daily

Nexthink's analysis reveals that 1 in 200 devices suffers a daily blue screen of death (BSOD) issue, with nearly half of these crashes being preventable.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
You're telling me that ad was fake? Malvertising is sneakier than ever
Malware

You're telling me that ad was fake? Malvertising is sneakier than ever

Malicious ads are becoming hard to spot, warns Avast in its Q1/2024 Threat Report. Even legitimate platforms like YouTube are now targets for sophisticated malvertising schemes.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity
Disaster Recovery

CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity

The recent CrowdStrike outage, affecting 8.5 million devices globally, has raised urgent calls for improved cybersecurity measures and rigorous software testing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024
Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats
Smart Cities

Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats

As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.

By Leonardo Hutabarat • 5 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
Octopus Energy sees major efficiency boost with Storyblok CMS
Unified Communications

Octopus Energy sees major efficiency boost with Storyblok CMS

Octopus Energy has streamlined content management by deploying Storyblok CMS, enabling updates in five minutes and slashing developer support requests by two-thirds.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Tenable warns of cyber-attack risks for Paris Olympics 2024 sponsors
Ransomware

Tenable warns of cyber-attack risks for Paris Olympics 2024 sponsors

As Paris 2024 approaches, Tenable warns of heightened cyber-attack risks targeting key sponsors, emphasising the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Global IT outages disrupt key sectors globally due to updates
Ransomware

Global IT outages disrupt key sectors globally due to updates

Global IT outages caused by Microsoft and CrowdStrike updates disrupt key sectors, sparking urgent calls for improved cybersecurity practices.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
Bitdefender & Netgear report reveals major IoT vulnerabilities
Malware

Bitdefender & Netgear report reveals major IoT vulnerabilities

Bitdefender and Netgear's new report reveals that 99.3% of IoT attacks exploit known vulnerabilities, highlighting the urgent need for timely updates and robust security measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Experts warn of fallout from BBC Pension and LAUSD data breaches
Data Protection

Experts warn of fallout from BBC Pension and LAUSD data breaches

Recent data breaches at the BBC Pension Scheme and Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) have exposed critical vulnerabilities, prompting cybersecurity experts to issue warnings about the potential misuse of stolen information.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Apple's tvOS 18 & Home app updates boost home experience
Software Updates

Apple's tvOS 18 & Home app updates boost home experience

Apple's latest software updates for Home products, including tvOS 18, aim to enhance entertainment with intelligent features and make daily life more convenient for users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024

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Logitech launches AI-powered, eco-friendly camera
Unified Communications

Logitech launches AI-powered, eco-friendly camera

Logitech's MeetUp 2, an AI-powered USB conferencing camera with a focus on sustainability, promises to enhance virtual meetings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024