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Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks
Malware

Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks

Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
Risk of data leaks high as employees unsure about confidentiality
Cybersecurity

Risk of data leaks high as employees unsure about confidentiality

One in four UK employees risk sharing confidential work information due to lack of knowledge, according to new research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2021
Gamifying cybersecurity key to preventing attacks
Risk & Compliance

Gamifying cybersecurity key to preventing attacks

Gamifying cybersecurity is key to preventing attacks, with Balbix reporting that most incidents are due to individual user behaviour.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021
Nozomi Networks updates partner programme, looks to reward top players
IoT Security

Nozomi Networks updates partner programme, looks to reward top players

Nozomi Networks has made updates to its channel program with a view to fully mobilise its global network of partners for growth and success.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021
CompTIA responds to ransomware attack by forming Rapid Response Team and releasing resources
Malware

CompTIA responds to ransomware attack by forming Rapid Response Team and releasing resources

CompTIA responds to the recent large scale ransomeware attack by forming a Rapid Response Team and making CompTIA ISAO resources publicly available.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Biometrics solving security challenges of remote and flexible working
Biometrics

Biometrics solving security challenges of remote and flexible working

Flexible working arrangements have raised security concerns, prompting organisations to consider biometric technology as a solution.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 6th Jul 2021
SolarWinds cyber attack sees significant financial impact on annual revenue
Supply Chain

SolarWinds cyber attack sees significant financial impact on annual revenue

SolarWinds cyber attack costs organisations 11% of annual revenue, according to new research by IronNet Cybersecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Jul 2021
Gamers suffer highest growth in cyberattacks during COVID-19 pandemic
Gaming

Gamers suffer highest growth in cyberattacks during COVID-19 pandemic

Video game industry targeted by cyberattacks in pandemic, suffering over 240 million web application attacks in 2020 - Akamai report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
Illumio closes $225m funding round, drives zero trust security
Malware

Illumio closes $225m funding round, drives zero trust security

Illumio secures $225m in Series F funding, with Thoma Bravo leading the round, to reach a valuation of $2.75bn.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jun 2021
Study finds no accountability for cyberattacks within organisations
Malware

Study finds no accountability for cyberattacks within organisations

There is a disconnect between business decision makers and security teams, despite new risks from remote working and the growth in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jun 2021
Security professionals believe attackers will use AI to unleash a global cyber incident
Artificial Intelligence

Security professionals believe attackers will use AI to unleash a global cyber incident

Attacks using artificial intelligence are predicted within a year, say security professionals, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jun 2021
Cybersecurity problems are business problems, report finds
Security Information and Event Management

Cybersecurity problems are business problems, report finds

Most security leaders in the Asia Pacific region do not report directly to CEOs, according to a report by LogRhythm.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
Rise in cyberattacks targeting container infrastructure and supply chains, 50% attacks happen with one hour
Crypto

Rise in cyberattacks targeting container infrastructure and supply chains, 50% attacks happen with one hour

Aqua Security has found a rise in cyberattacks targeting container infrastructure and supply chains, with 50% of vulnerable targets attacked within one hour.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Kaseya ransomware attack hits New Zealand kindergartens
Malware

Kaseya ransomware attack hits New Zealand kindergartens

Schools are offline and more than 100 North Island kindergartens have reverted to pen and paper due to a major international ransomware hit.

By Katie Todd, RNZ • 5 min read • Tue, 6th Jul 2021
DHBs refuse to release information on cyber security systems
Malware

DHBs refuse to release information on cyber security systems

District health boards in New Zealand refuse to release reviews of their cyber security systems, following a ransomware attack on the Waikato DHB.

By Phil Pennington, RNZ • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2021
Kaseya VSA ransomware: Extent of impact yet to be seen, experts say
Malware

Kaseya VSA ransomware: Extent of impact yet to be seen, experts say

IT specialists are warning the full extent of the harm done in the latest big ransomware attack is yet to emerge. .

By RNZ • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2021
CertNZ warns NZ users of Kaseya VSA to shut it down
Malware

CertNZ warns NZ users of Kaseya VSA to shut it down

New Zealand organisations using Kaseya VSA software warned of Russian-based ransomware attack, CertNZ urges shutdown.

By RNZ • 1 min read • Sun, 4th Jul 2021
Waikato DHB won't face fines for data breach, but may face liability - Privacy Commissioner
Malware

Waikato DHB won't face fines for data breach, but may face liability - Privacy Commissioner

Waikato District Health Board will face liability if harm is caused by patient data leaked in ransomware attack, says Privacy Commissioner.

By RNZ • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021