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New year, new protections: Top tips to safeguard your business from cyber-attacks in 2025
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malware
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data protection
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With one in three Kiwi small businesses vulnerable to cyber-attacks, experts urge owners to prioritise cybersecurity measures in 2025.
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Ten vulnerabilities found in Ruijie Reyee cloud platform
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firewalls
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network security
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iot
Recent research reveals ten critical vulnerabilities in Ruijie Networks' cloud management platform, potentially allowing hackers to control thousands of devices.
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Aussie online shoppers face fraud risks amid festive sales
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payment technologies
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paypal
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online shopping
As the festive season approaches, PayPal reveals 91% of Australians plan to shop online, but warns of rising fraud risks costing over AUD $500,000 last year.
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Intelliworx warns SMBs of evolving cyber threat landscape
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
Intelliworx warns SMBs of rising cyber threats, including evil twin attacks and cryptojacking, stressing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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smartphones
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malware
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Telstra has unveiled its free Device Security Essentials to help safeguard Australian mobile users against rising online threats and scams.
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Your travel guide to public Wi-Fi, security and privacy
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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data privacy
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cloud services
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privacy
Travelling often means relying on public Wi-Fi, but it comes with security risks. Learn how tools like VPNs can protect your financial data from hackers.
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Fake Wi-Fi hotspots in Australian airports threaten data security
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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airport
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public wi-fi
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social engineering
Free Wi-Fi networks at Australian airports have been found to be set up with malicious intent to steal data, warns SearchInform's analyst Sergio Bertoni.
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Kaspersky's essential tips for staying secure on public Wi-Fi
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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vpns
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kaspersky
Kaspersky underscores the risks of public Wi-Fi and offers crucial tips, like using a VPN and verifying network authenticity, to keep your data secure.
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ExpressVPN reveals 41% of Brits fear holiday cybercrime
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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vpns
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cybersecurity
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ExpressVPN study reveals that 41% of British tourists fear falling victim to cybercrime on holiday, with concerns especially heightened when using public Wi-Fi networks.
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Cybersecurity alert for UK businesses on Safer Internet Day
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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malware
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On Safer Internet Day, Evolve Business Group underscores the importance of robust online security for businesses.
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ESET unveils comprehensive home cyber protection product
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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parental control
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digitalisation
ESET launches comprehensive cyber protection solution, ESET HOME, in Australia, offering all-in-one security management.
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Yubico's tips on online security for travellers over the holiday season
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Yubico offers insightful advice on enhancing online security for travellers this festive season.
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Survey reveals alarming rate of online scams targeting New Zealanders
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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cloud services
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social media
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norton
Norton study uncovers that one-third of New Zealanders have fallen victim to online scams, losing an average of NZD700.72.
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National Cybersecurity Week: Cyber awareness for non-tech savvy
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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mfa
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email security
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cybersecurity
National Cybersecurity Week highlights the need to boost cyber awareness, especially for the non-tech savvy group.
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If you are using public WiFi for work, stop!
Tue, 12th Sep 2023
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data protection
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phishing
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email security
If you’re accessing company servers or corporate email from a public WiFi connection, then you and your company are at considerable risk.
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Five ways to ensure cyber-criminals don’t damage your business over Christmas break
Mon, 16th Dec 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Aussie biz urged: Boost cyber defences pre-Christmas as hackers don't take holidays. Tips for a secure festive season.
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Dunedin is on the road to city-wide free wi-fi
Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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cloud services
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wifi
With speeds up to 50 times faster than average public wi-fi, Dunedin’s GigCity wi-fi network is attracting more than 50,000 unique users a month.
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Dunedin’s free gig-enabled WiFi network expands, creating opportunities
Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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chorus
​It seems like it was only yesterday that people were getting excited about free public phones, but they are well and truly in the dusty past now.
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FireEye uncovers Russian cybercriminal group targeting EMEA hotels
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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malware
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breach prevention
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wireless networks
The hospitality sector is a frequently attacked target by cybercriminals - one of the most prominent has been attributed to a Russian group.
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Kiwi company signs major North American partner
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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supply chain & logistics
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tomizone
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asx
Kiwi Wi-Fi software company Tomizone has expanded its international footprint, signing a major service delivery partner in North America.