Cyber attacks stories - Page 113
Sophos and Arcserve bolster alliance with two new solutions
Wed, 20th May 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
The new solutions combine anti-ransomware and other threat-protection tech with immutable backup and disaster recovery capabilities.
How DDoS protection is like a car's airbags
Mon, 18th May 2020
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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opinion
DDoS attacks may occur infrequently, but the damages are severe. Why organisations still need dedicated DDoS protection. #cybersecurity #DDoS.
Shadow of ransomware looms over healthcare sector
Thu, 14th May 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Healthcare systems undergoing rapid digital transformation to cope with COVID-19 face increasing cyberattack risks, warns GlobalData.
Cybersecurity heavy hitters join alliance to protect healthcare systems
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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cybersafety
Cyber Alliance to Defend our Healthcare, formed by C5 Capital, announces new members to battle ten-fold rise in cyberattacks on healthcare during COVID-19.
Consumer tolerance of cyber attacks wanes as users wise-up about security
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Consumer patience for cyber-attacks is dwindling; 70% believe companies fail in data protection, prompting many to switch to more secure competitors.
Cyber criminals continue to capitalise on COVID-19
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Retarus has released an anti-phishing guide to help businesses combat the increased cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MailGuard intercepts sinister cybercrime emails notifying users of COVID-19 “relief payment”
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
MailGuard has intercepted malicious emails claiming to offer COVID-19 relief payments, exploiting financial uncertainties caused by the pandemic.
Australian employees are weakening organisations' security posture - report
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
A Kaspersky report reveals almost half of all 2019 security incidents in Australian firms stem from 'inappropriate IT use' by employees.
What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education
Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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edutech
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
As COVID-19 cyber attacks rise, Wavelink underscores the imperative of advanced technology and robust education to mitigate risks and safeguard businesses.
Do not wait: Look at your IoT devices now
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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semiconductors
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iot
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cybersecurity
As millions of people become confined to their homes, the security of Internet of Things devices has never been so important.
Data is more valuable to cyber attackers than cash - report
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
A Positive Technologies report reveals data theft now surpasses cash as the main goal for cyber attackers, reflecting a 20-point annual rise.
Acronis: Lack of backup process within organisations causing data losses
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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data protection
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dlp
Traditional strategies and solutions to data protection are no longer able to keep up with the modern IT needs of individuals and organisations.
Houseparty denies security breach as users accuse app of hacking accounts
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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cybersecurity
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cybersafety
The popular face-to-face video hosting service has been accused of hacking users' other accounts, a claim Houseparty disputes.
Cyber-worries delaying move to digital, says Deloitte
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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it automation
The report, commissioned by VMware, states that the Asia Pacific is delaying digitalisation due to fear of cyber-attacks.
HP announces three new security solutions for remote workers
Thu, 26th Mar 2020
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hp
HP says over 80% of home office routers have been found to be vulnerable to potential cyberattacks, and 90% of PC infections originate from email attachments.
Worrying gap in local consumer cybersecurity savvy
Wed, 25th Mar 2020
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vpns
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
New research shows ANZ consumers feel clued in, but there's clear room for improvement in their education and tools.
Corporate Australia must invest in smart technology now
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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edge computing
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edge security
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ar, vr & metaverse
Smart technology is playing a critical role in the business community's response to adjusting to new social and industry norms.
Securing remote workforces at scale
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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wavelink
Australian businesses brace for remote working amid COVID-19 by strengthening cybersecurity measures in their Business Continuity Plans to avoid cyberattacks.
COVID-19: Surfshark joins growing list of companies offering free services
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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vpns
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phishing
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email security
Surfshark is offering free six-month VPN subscriptions to help small businesses protect remote employees from cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Phishing cases explode as attackers prey on coronavirus fears
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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malware
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phishing
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martech
Attackers, ever the opportunists, are capitalising on COVID-19, pushing phishing lures and establishing newly-registered coronavirus-related domains.