Mass-scale ransomware attacks providing hackers ability to earn quick money
During the past six months, the Carbon Black Threat Analysis Unit (TAU) analysed more than 1,000 ransomware samples
Brian Baskin | 22 Sep | Read more
Access Control — Opinions
Hacking – it’s the social element that counts
It’s often said that hacking is a technology problem. While it is a technology problem, it’s also very much a human and business problem. Hacking, and data breaches, are a huge issue.
Craig Dore | 22 Sep | Read more
Preparing the hacker-prone C-Suite for attack
The visibility and accessibility inherent in the role of an executive make them a prime target for cyberattacks. It’s important for the C-Suite to be aware of their vulnerabilities and how they can combat these in their daily work.
Darran Rolls | 20 Sep | Read more
Research shows that SMEs are unprepared when it comes to cybersecurity
Cybersecurity – and consequently cyber insurance – is something that not many SMEs (small to medium-sized enterprises) spend time thinking about.
Richard Laycock | 10 Sep | Read more
The Road towards a Secure User Experience
Traditionally security has been perceived as a barrier towards a positive user experience, but over the past decade end-user expectations have been slowly shifting.
Jenny Yang | 02 Sep | Read more
How an SD-WAN can cure those security blues
Cyber security remains a hot topic with nearly every IT and business leader we meet. In particular, there seems to be an intensified focus on network security.
Zeus Kerravala | 02 Sep | Read more
Why Prevention is Key to Fighting Off Ransomware – And 4 Tips to Protect Yourself
Ransomware is becoming the new ‘norm’ with fresh attacks launched every day.
George Wilson | 01 Sep | Read more
5 Prep Steps to Ensure Zero Downtime Even During Holiday Shopping Season
Black Friday – The most awaited shopping season of the year where the list is prepared in advance, the funds are already kept aside and the only thing that remains to be done is fishing for the best deals and filling the cart.
Tony Branson | 25 Aug | Read more
With Business Driving the Bus, IT Should be Painting the Lines
With business becoming increasingly digital, the deployment of solid IT security has never been more important. Breaches can cause anything from mild inconvenience to widespread disruption and financial lo
Sean Kopelke | 25 Aug | Read more
8 Ways to Secure Your Web Browsing Against Identity Thefts and Attacks
Whenever you browse the internet, chances of any cyberattack or theft are likely. When a virus attacks you through your browser, your information, such as your passwords or your information could get stolen.
Lisa Froelings | 18 Aug | Read more
Minimise your vulnerability from financial crime
The frequency of financial crime and the diversity of attack techniques are increasing, forcing enterprises into difficult investment decisions to contain risks and comply with regulations.
Danny Luong | 14 Aug | Read more
Cyber Exposure : The Next Frontier for Security
The stakes have never been higher when it comes to cybersecurity.
Jennifer Johnson | 14 Aug | Read more
The most effective way to update the board on cyber security issues
With cyber security now a top-level issue for all organisations, ensuring board members and senior managers understand exactly what is happening is critical.
Sean Kopelke | 09 Aug | Read more
How to boost your cyber defence capabilities
Is Australia becoming its own worst enemy when it comes to addressing cybersecurity?
Ransomware forces 1 in 5 affected Australian SMBs to close their doors
Australian companies more prone to long business interruptions due to ransomware
David Braue | 02 Aug | Read more
Avoid the liability inherent in running end-of-life operating systems
Recent attacks such as WannaCry and NotPetya have demonstrated that hackers are more familiar with the vulnerabilities of unsupported systems than many organisations themselves.
Brett Williams | 01 Aug | Read more
Guarding against the threat from within
Companies spend a lot of time and energy ensuring their IT systems are secured against external cyber attacks. Unfortunately, many don’t realise they also need to consider threats that originate from within.
Chris Smith | 31 Jul | Read more
How to put the net admin out of his (her) misery!
Pity the poor network admin, already struggling with all the new tech hitting the corporate infrastructure, when almost daily he/she reads unnerving stats like the following from IDC: ‘The growth of new technologies will add almost US$1.8 trillion to the overall size of the IT industry in terms of annual sales by 2020, and Asia Pacific will lead the way!’ Oops!
Cyber warfare: hackers vs. smart cities
Cybersecurity has gained a lot of attention in the last couple of years, no thanks to the increasing number of high profile cyberattacks across the globe.
Mark Micallef | 24 Jul | Read more
The latest scam? Your voice can be used against you
“This call will be recorded for quality, training and verification purposes” is a familiar phrase heard when seeking assistance from an airline, bank or any type of customer service situation. However, the question that comes to mind is under what circumstances these recorded logs are used?
Richard Cookes | 24 Jul | Read more