About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
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42% of Alexa-ranked websites are open invites for attackers
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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uc
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phishing
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email security
A staggering 42% of top Alexa-ranked websites are vulnerable to cyber-attacks due to outdated software and compromised content, finds Menlo Security.
Singapore passes Cybersecurity Bill for nation's critical infrastructure providers
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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critical infrastructure
Singapore's parliament has passed the new Cybersecurity Bill, bolstering cybersecurity for critical infrastructure sectors, from water to aviation.
Japan firm Nihon Cornet to deliver BlackRidge next-gen cybersecurity
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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cybersecurity
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resellers
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blackridge technology
Japan-based network & cybersecurity provider Nihon Cornet Technology is working with defense provider BlackRidge Technology to deliver the solutions.
'No evidence' to suggest user info was compromised by Grammarly flaw
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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google
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security vulnerabilities
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grammarly
A Grammarly vulnerability potentially exposed millions of user accounts and documents, though the company reports no evidence of any data leaks.
Apple, Cisco, Aon & Allianz make a play for cyber risk management services
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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risk & compliance
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personal computing devices
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allianz
Tech giants Apple & Cisco join Aon & Allianz to innovate cyber risk management, merging tech & insurance solutions.
La Trobe appoints esteemed expert Jill Slaw as Cyber Chair
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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cybersecurity
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research
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la trobe university
La Trobe has appointed cybersecurity expert Jill Slay as Optus Cyber Chair to lead its virtual facility, enhancing its industry-engaged research and teaching.
Warbiking tour reveals the Aussie city with stellar WiFi security
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
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network security
Perth’s WiFi security leads the nation, with 94% of networks using WPA/WPA2 protocols after a Sophos warbiking tour. Experts urge cities to follow suit.
Pune, India is now home to a Cyber Security Centre of Excellence
Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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cybersecurity
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tripwire
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incedo
Pune, India is the home of a new Cyber Security Centre of Excellence that will tap into the region’s pool of IT and security professionals.
Aussie firms slow to adopt 'breakthrough innovation' for cyber defence
Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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martech
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data analytics
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planning
Australian businesses need to be on the lookout for malicious insiders, phishing and social engineering or face price tags of as much as $137,000.
LogRhythm dips toes into UEBA market to defend against user-based threats
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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siem
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ueba
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logrhythm
LogRhythm introduces User and Behaviour Analytics to protect against insider threats and account takeovers in organisations.
APEJ leads market demand for IoT security products
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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iot security
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iot
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analyst report
Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) will be the fastest-growing market for security products through to 2027, with double-digit CAGR.
Facebook says 'no more': Cryptocurrency ads banned from social network
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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email security
Facebook has now banned all advertising for financial products such as cryptocurrencies, binary options and initial coin offerings.
North Korean threat group suspected to be behind Adobe Flash exploit
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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martech
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breach prevention
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flash player
An exploit that targeted an Adobe Flash vulnerability looks to be the work of a North Korean group called TEMP.Reaper.
SonicWall reveals public betas to defend against 'vulnerabilities of tomorrow'
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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malware
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
SonicWall has released a new bundle of public betas aimed at defending enterprises against ‘the vulnerabilities of tomorrow’.
Why trusted identities will create more intelligent experiences this year
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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iam
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cybersecurity
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hid
This year, identity tech, driven by trusted identities, will create more intelligent experiences through IoT, cloud and data analytics, predicts HID Global.
Top leaders revealed in Gartner's 2018 Endpoint Protection Quadrant
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Gartner’s 2018 Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms has revealed the latest batch of leaders which include Trend Micro, Sophos, & Symantec.
New malware spotted in Asia reminiscent of Iron Tiger APT
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Iron Tiger APT malware, previously targeting Asia and the US, has resurfaced in a new custom-built malware going after Asia once again.
Cybersecurity Masters enrolments up 270% at Charles Sturt University
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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it training
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cybersecurity
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charles sturt university
Charles Sturt University (CSU), as reported enrolments for its Masters degree in Cyber Security have shot up 270% year-on-year.
Oracle MICROS POS vulnerability may compromise 330,000 POS systems
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain systems
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.
Malaysians urged to use caution when scanning QR codes
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Scammers in Malaysia are using fake QR codes to steal data and money, warns Quann Malaysia. Users and businesses are urged to exercise caution.