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Top 12: Most dangerous things threatening networks right now…
GFI Software

Top 12: Most dangerous things threatening networks right now…

From default passwords to missing patches, networks face constant threats that can easily be exploited, putting data at risk and causing potential disasters.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2014
Twitter resets passwords after hacker threats
Malware

Twitter resets passwords after hacker threats

Twitter reset passwords for thousands, warning of phishing threats. The company admits the mass action may have been excessive, causing user inconvenience.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 10th Nov 2012
Yahoo hacked in security 'wake-up call'
Yahoo

Yahoo hacked in security 'wake-up call'

Yahoo Voices hit by major hack, exposing over 400,000 passwords in a stark 'wake-up call' for the tech giant's security measures.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Jul 2012
No accounts breached after password hack: LinkedIn
Data Protection

No accounts breached after password hack: LinkedIn

LinkedIn assures users that no accounts were breached following last week's password hack, with compromised passwords swiftly disabled to prevent access.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jun 2012
LinkedIn confirms password breach - Updated
Breach Prevention

LinkedIn confirms password breach - Updated

LinkedIn confirms password breach, advises users to change passwords. Unisys warns users to change passwords for other accounts as well.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
Top Online Shopping Safety tips!
Cybersecurity

Top Online Shopping Safety tips!

Stolen banking details surge sparks need for online shopping safety. Discover crucial tips from Microsoft on securing your transactions.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Mar 2012
How safe is your password?
Google

How safe is your password?

Is your password 'password' or '123456'? Too many are, risking online security, reveals latest SplashData report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2011
Data compromises a game-changer for kiwis
Customers

Data compromises a game-changer for kiwis

A new survey reveals that 80% of Kiwis would stop dealing with an organisation after a data breach, viewing it as a 'fundamental breach of trust'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2011
Stolen password analysis reveals bookish trend
Passwords

Stolen password analysis reveals bookish trend

Analysis of stolen passwords uncovers a literary flavour, with 'romance' and 'mystery' popular among users, hinting at bookworm habits.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jun 2011
Sticky subject
Unified Communications

Sticky subject

Banish login fatigue with StickyPassword, the software promising to streamline your online life by auto-filling forms and securing data.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 1st May 2011
Play.com admits security breach
Hackers

Play.com admits security breach

Play.com has confirmed a security breach, with customers receiving spam emails linked to an incident at its email provider.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Mar 2011
Malware authors seek protection
Malware

Malware authors seek protection

Oh, the irony! Malware writers are now protecting their product from being pirated, according to security software provider Symantec.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2011
Best security practices
Cybersecurity

Best security practices

Harness top security practices: From patching software to encrypting data, discover how best to protect your digital landscape.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Feb 2011
Strip - Password Manager
Encryption

Strip - Password Manager

Strip is a highly rated Password Manager and Data Vault, protecting sensitive information on mobile devices for over 12 years.

By Alena Dillon • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Aug 2010
Report: US responsible for most malicious websites
Malware

Report: US responsible for most malicious websites

A research study has revealed that most malicious websites are hosted on US servers and not in other countries like China.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Mar 2010

Stories from Other Regions

Twitter hacked - up to 250,000 accounts compromised
Encryption

Twitter hacked - up to 250,000 accounts compromised

Twitter blogged yesterday that an attack took place over 'just a few moments' before it was noticed by Twitter staff and shut it down.

By Alistair Ross • 2 min read • Sat, 2nd Feb 2013
PSN restoration begins
Gaming

PSN restoration begins

Sony's PlayStation Network is on the road to recovery after hackers compromised it, causing a nearly month-long outage.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2011
Hell Pizza customer database compromised?
Cloud Services

Hell Pizza customer database compromised?

Reports are resurfacing that Hell Pizza's online customer database has been compromised, with those on the list subsequently subjected to spam attacks.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 24th Jul 2010