Cyber attacks stories - Page 133
Palo Alto and Honeywell partner up, take on control systems security
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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Palo Alto Networks and Honeywell have joined forces to offer a cyber security solution for industrial control systems.
New Android Trojan “Xbot” phishes credit cards and bank accounts, encrypts devices for ransom
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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A new Trojan called Xbot is targeting Android users in Russia and Australia, stealing banking credentials and demanding a ransom.
Cyber security: more engagement vital
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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ibm security
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IBM Security says many leaders across the C-suite are confused about who the true cybersecurity adversary really is, and how to combat them.
Banking customers won't stand for subpar security, study finds
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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fintech
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Over half of online banking customers would avoid a provider that has recently experienced a security incident, according to a survey by Kaspersky Lab.
Electronic payment security now a key consideration for consumers
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Consumers want innovative options for electronic payments to stay protected, according to a survey by Morning Consult and Electronic Payments Coalition.
Check Point looks to help the little guy with latest security offering
Fri, 5th Feb 2016
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Check Point has released new appliances designed to help SMBs stand up against sophisticated cyber criminals and zero-day threats.
Behind the scenes of cyber crime
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.
If opportunity makes a thief, what stops one?
Mon, 25th Jan 2016
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Cisco's Marc Solomon outlines the questions security professionals should ask when evaluating next-gen firewalls.
'Dangerous' email scam targets Australians
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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encryption
Email scam targeting Australians through postal service identified by Australia Post. Scam involves ransomware disguised as parcel collection.
Security analytics and intelligence key for 2016
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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Security intelligence and analytical capabilities will come to the fore in the battle against cybercrime next year.
Cyber crime rife: The whole approach to security must change
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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trends & predictions
Entirely new cyber threats will emerge in 2016, requiring fresh counter measures, according to predictions by Unisys.
New Backstab cyberattack targeting iOS devices
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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network infrastructure
The BackStab attacks see cyber criminals use malware to remotely infiltrate computers, with iOS devices particularly vulnerable.
Top 10 security threats for 2016
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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Check Point is anticipating the next wave of threats, hoping organisations can stay ahead of the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.
Bit9 + Carbon Black makes play for Aussie market
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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Next-generation endpoint security vendor Bit9 + Carbon Black is upping its local play, opening an Australian sales office.
Real world impact of cyberattacks starting to show, says Trend Micro
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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Security software company Trend Micro has released a report that examines the real world effects of a security breach.
Cybersecurity a growing issue: Innovations only go so far
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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cloud services
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mobility
Global cybersecurity is at a 'C' average, according to Tenable Network Security's 2016 Global Cybersecurity Assurance Report Card.
Kiwi businesses blasé about cyber attacks
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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Kiwi businesses continue to believe they're not at risk from cyber attacks according to a new report, which shows many are unprepared.
Businesses urged to up backup game as cryptolocker re-emerges
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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cloud services
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cryptolocker
Australian businesses are being urged to take data back-up seriously as the Cryptolocker ransomware virus re-emerges, hitting local businesses.
Symantec: Ransomware on the rise
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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ransomware
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There's no shortage of security issues. Ransomeware on the rise, and the Internet of Things (IoT) is providing rich pickings for cyber crims.
Enterprise IoT devices underestimated and under-secured
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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Alarm over IoT security gap: IT experts claim devices in homes and business are under-protected, despite consumer confidence.