Hacking stories - Page 5
Sententia talks IoT hacking, surveillance & modem backdoors at ASIAL Conference
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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surveillance
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At the Security Exhibition and ASIAL conference, Sententia's Tony Vizza discussed the ease of hacking and how to fight back.
Arbor Networks ponders what triggered the DBE hack - and how attackers did it
Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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arbor networks
Questions abound on what triggered recent DBE website hacking and Arbor Networks ponders on possible tactics used.
Inside NZ's 'ethical hacking' firm and its quest to make systems safer
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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microsoft
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dimension data
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hacking
New Zealand's first ethical hacking company warns of zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer.
How education can avoid being the next hacking target
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
US tech firm offers crucial cyber security tips for educational institutions facing rising threats, urging a balance between connectivity and protection.
Hooligans! Mexican bike gang charged with hacking Jeep Wranglers
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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cybersecurity
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hacking
Nine members of a Mexican-based motorcycle gang have been charged with stealing 150 Jeep Wranglers worth at least $US 4.5 million.
Gemalto's perspective: Hacking for the greater good
Mon, 29th May 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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gemalto
Ethical hackers are now one of the most important and effective tools at strengthening collective security and making the cyber landscape safe.
Pirates of the Caribbean film held ransom by, well.. pirates
Tue, 16th May 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cryptocurrency
The hackers have demanded an enormous undisclosed amount of money be paid in Bitcoin. Disney apparently refuses to pay, and is working with the FBI.
Epic hacker fail: An exclusive look at the Netflix hack with ESET
Thu, 4th May 2017
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malware
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
We chatted with ESET’s senior research fellow Nick Fitzgerald for an expert's views on what the Netflix hack means for the future of streaming.
Film Review: The Fate of the Furious
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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cartech
Thrilling ride with 'The Fate of the Furious'; a spectacular feast of action that leaves viewers yearning for another watch!.
'Smart' vibrator allows strangers to watch
Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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smart home
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data privacy
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hacking
Apparently the Svakom Siime Eye, an internet-connected sex toy with a built in camera, is laughably easy to hack.
Espionage expert offers five viewpoints on state-sponsored hacking
Wed, 22nd Mar 2017
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healthtech
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carbon black
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hacking
Carbon Black sits down with former CIA operative Eric O'Neill to talk state sponsored attacks and why the ANZ regions is probably not a future target.
Kid hacker hijacks 160,000 printers around the world as a warning
Wed, 8th Mar 2017
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document management
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ecm
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martech
The culprit was in fact an 18 year old British high-school student, interested in cyber security and the seemingly trivial defences of printers.
Fortinet asks: Planning a merger? It’s time for a cybersecurity upgrade
Wed, 8th Mar 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
M&A activity can offer CFOs a unique opportunity to ramp up cybersecurity levels with greater investment and integration.
Watch out for 'The Wolf': Mr Robot star turns device hacker in new HP web series
Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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hp
HP is kicking off a global cybersecurity awareness campaign and who better to take centre stage than the star of the hit hacker TV series, Mr Robot.
Connected car hacking: Who’s to blame?
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hacking
As cars become tech hubs, the blame for hacking these connected vehicles shifts between manufacturers and third-party computer systems.
Hackers are polishing their skills while Kiwis get complacent
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
New Zealanders are not learning from their mistakes when it comes to cybercrime, warns a new report from Norton by Symantec.
Tips to ensure your website is not bait this online shopping season
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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online shopping
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secureworks
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hacking
Australians will spend around $7 billion online in the lead-up to Christmas. With this much money on the line, security is essential.
Cyber hacking lessons from the U.S. election
Fri, 11th Nov 2016
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elections
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hacking
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analyst report
Nation state actors, specifically Russia, meddling in US electoral systems is the most serious issue of this election, says Gartner analyst.
10 gadgets every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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cybersecurity
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hacking
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chip
In the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, these 10 essential gadgets empower white hat hackers to uncover vulnerabilities and enhance defences.
Yahoo breach news is shocking but not surprising - what to do now?
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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yahoo
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hacking
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analyst report
Identity proofing is clearly a top global fraud issue. What can organisations who need to prove electronic identities do to overcome this issue?.