Security week stories - Page 3
How Symantec aims to buff up cloud security in APAC
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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Symantec unveils comprehensive cloud security updates in APAC, enhancing infrastructure protection and compliance management for enterprises.
Cryptomining dethrones ransomware as 2018’s top threat - Webroot
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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This report also highlights the importance of implementing a robust and evolving security approach to protect valuable data and keep systems secure.
Exclusive: Why social media platforms are so vulnerable to cyber threats
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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Social media platforms are increasingly at risk of cyber threats, with six breaches in 2018 exposing over 56% of compromised records globally.
Industrial control systems: How to approach OT cybersecurity
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity strategy
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pas global
To secure facilities, operational technology and IT security must come together. PAS Global spoke to industry experts for their strategies.
Machine learning is a double-edged sword for cyber security
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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IT departments and security decision-makers need to understand the complexity of AI in cyber security, and how to strike a balance between risk and reward.
Security spending to reach $133.7bil in 2022 – IDC
Fri, 5th Oct 2018
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The United States will be largest geographic market for security solutions with total spending of $39.3 billion this year.
Exclusive: Are we heading for the cyber security dark ages?
Fri, 5th Oct 2018
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Businesses must evolve and focus on increasing the time attackers spend within corporate systems, says Rackspace ANZ GM.
Exclusive: Moving away from passwords to two-factor authentication
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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In an era of rampant cyber attacks, companies like Amazon are testing sophisticated zero log-in tech, aiming to make passwords a thing of the past.
Palo Alto Networks to expand cloud security capabilities with RedLock acquisition
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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network infrastructure
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The acquisition is expected to close during Palo Alto Networks fiscal first quarter, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
Nuix adds programme to entice APAC partners
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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cloud services
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The programme aims to attract new partners, provide added benefits to current partners and boost the cybersecurity company’s expansion into APAC.
Australia trailing behind APAC in cloud migration and security
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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cloud security
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juniper networks
A new report highlights that Australia lags behind emerging APAC markets in cloud migration and security management, with complacency cited as a key factor.
ISACA adds credentials for cybersecurity audits
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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The Cybersecurity Audit Certificate Program provides audit/assurance professionals with the knowledge needed to excel in cybersecurity audits.
Exclusive: A better future for women in cyber security
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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Noushin Shabab, senior security researcher for Kaspersky's GReAT team, discusses her journey in cyber security and inspiring more women to join the field.
HPE simplifies hybrid cloud data protection with new solutions
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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HPE announced new hybrid cloud data protection and copy data management solutions for its intelligent storage portfolio.
Exclusive interview: Gemalto’s channel strategy for ANZ
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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partner programmes
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data privacy
Earlier this year, Gemalto appointed Tech Data as a distributor for its portfolio of SafeNet identity and data protection solutions in New Zealand.
Why there’s a network security gold rush
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The network security appliance market surged by 9% YoY in 2Q 2018, driven by high demand for enterprise-class firewalls, according to Dell'Oro Group.
Ping Identity providing second-factor authentication for Microsoft Azure
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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public cloud
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mfa
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partner programmes
The solution gives users the freedom to put MFA everywhere it is needed for employees, partners and customers.
Exclusive: The major risks of cyber Balkanization
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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data privacy
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kaspersky
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gdpr
Balkanization of the cyber world is a major risk, with governments increasingly drawn to isolation and implementing strict regulations.
Experts comment on Facebook’s 50 million user credential leak
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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network infrastructure
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network security
Barracuda Networks, Sophos, RedLock, and Darktrace offer their views on the data leak that affected close to 50 million accounts.
40 million more likely affected by massive Facebook data leak - Bitdefender
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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Facebook admits nearly 90 million users affected by data breach; Bitdefender warns the number could rise to 130 million as hackers exploit flaws.