Android doesn't rival BlackBerry when it comes to security and enterprise support. But Android devices can still be reasonably secure. Here are some tips to help you protect your investment, privacy and data.
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The virtual world is full dangers lurking at every corner. You may never know when someone hacks into your device, online accounts, computer, etc. Most internet users – especially Aussies – believe they won’t ever fall victim to cyber-crime. However, they are sadly mistaken. Don’t wait until you become a victim. Instead, be proactive and take the required measures to protect your online privacy and financial transactions. Here are some ways to protect yourself from hackers and third-party agencies.
Australian small businesses are reporting cybersecurity breaches at nearly twice the rate of their counterparts in the US but are still proving slow to embrace cybersecurity insurance policies, a small-business security expert has warned as new research suggests SMBs are leaving themselves substantially exposed to damages from unchecked breaches.
David Braue | 28 Oct | Read more
Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks against Australian targets grew in intensity and a growing share of attacks is originating inside the country rather than outside of it, new research from Arbor Networks has found.
David Braue | 29 Jan | Read more
If you're not concerned about the privacy implications of wearable technology, consider how you feel knowing that fitness-bracelet provider Jawbone was showing how its San Francisco customers felt the impact of the recent earthquake, based on when their bracelets said they woke up. On a similar note, a survey found that consumers are concerned about online security threats but do little to protect themselves.
David Braue | 01 Sep | Read more
Remote-access vendor LogMeIn is playing on its security credentials as it targets small businesses with Cubby, a cloud and local file-syncing tool that is, in the words of its Australian head, designed to "out-Dropbox Dropbox".
David Braue | 07 Feb | Read more
There are plenty of complicated documents that can guide companies through the process of designing a secure data center--from the gold-standard specs used by the federal government to build sensitive facilities like embassies, to infrastructure standards published by industry groups like the Telecommunications Industry Association, to safety requirements from the likes of the National Fire Protection Association. But what should be the CSO's high-level goals for making sure that security for the new data center is built into the designs, instead of being an expensive or ineffectual afterthought?
Sarah D. Scalet | 01 Apr | Read more
Today’s workplaces are becoming increasingly complex and fluid – particularly when it comes to security management. The modern worker expects to be able to work from anywhere, on any device, and at any time. Office spaces are no longer centralised with singular technology and protected by a robust firewall. They’re now wireless, with hot-desks, hybrid infrastructure (both cloud-based and on-premise), and all kinds of connectivity scenarios. Unless your flexible, digital workplace is designed with security as top of mind, security issues can very easily occur – and can have a lasting impact on your business’ overall safety.
