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Shadow of ransomware looms over healthcare sector
Malware

Shadow of ransomware looms over healthcare sector

Healthcare systems undergoing rapid digital transformation to cope with COVID-19 face increasing cyberattack risks, warns GlobalData.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th May 2020
Cybersecurity heavy hitters join alliance to protect healthcare systems
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity heavy hitters join alliance to protect healthcare systems

Cyber Alliance to Defend our Healthcare, formed by C5 Capital, announces new members to battle ten-fold rise in cyberattacks on healthcare during COVID-19.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020
Consumer tolerance of cyber attacks wanes as users wise-up about security
Malware

Consumer tolerance of cyber attacks wanes as users wise-up about security

Consumer patience for cyber-attacks is dwindling; 70% believe companies fail in data protection, prompting many to switch to more secure competitors.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020
Cyber criminals continue to capitalise on COVID-19
Phishing

Cyber criminals continue to capitalise on COVID-19

Retarus has released an anti-phishing guide to help businesses combat the increased cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2020
MailGuard intercepts sinister cybercrime emails notifying users of COVID-19 “relief payment”
Email Security

MailGuard intercepts sinister cybercrime emails notifying users of COVID-19 “relief payment”

MailGuard has intercepted malicious emails claiming to offer COVID-19 relief payments, exploiting financial uncertainties caused by the pandemic.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
Australian employees are weakening organisations' security posture - report
Hybrid & Remote Work

Australian employees are weakening organisations' security posture - report

A Kaspersky report reveals almost half of all 2019 security incidents in Australian firms stem from 'inappropriate IT use' by employees.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2020
What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education
EduTech

What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education

As COVID-19 cyber attacks rise, Wavelink underscores the imperative of advanced technology and robust education to mitigate risks and safeguard businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020
Do not wait: Look at your IoT devices now
Semiconductors

Do not wait: Look at your IoT devices now

As millions of people become confined to their homes, the security of Internet of Things devices has never been so important.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
Data is more valuable to cyber attackers than cash - report
Malware

Data is more valuable to cyber attackers than cash - report

A Positive Technologies report reveals data theft now surpasses cash as the main goal for cyber attackers, reflecting a 20-point annual rise.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
Acronis: Lack of backup process within organisations causing data losses
Data Protection

Acronis: Lack of backup process within organisations causing data losses

Traditional strategies and solutions to data protection are no longer able to keep up with the modern IT needs of individuals and organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2020
Houseparty denies security breach as users accuse app of hacking accounts
Cybersecurity

Houseparty denies security breach as users accuse app of hacking accounts

The popular face-to-face video hosting service has been accused of hacking users' other accounts, a claim Houseparty disputes.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
Cyber-worries delaying move to digital, says Deloitte
Virtualisation

Cyber-worries delaying move to digital, says Deloitte

The report, commissioned by VMware, states that the Asia Pacific is delaying digitalisation due to fear of cyber-attacks.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
HP announces three new security solutions for remote workers
Malware

HP announces three new security solutions for remote workers

HP says over 80% of home office routers have been found to be vulnerable to potential cyberattacks, and 90% of PC infections originate from email attachments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
Worrying gap in local consumer cybersecurity savvy
Virtual Private Networks

Worrying gap in local consumer cybersecurity savvy

New research shows ANZ consumers feel clued in, but there's clear room for improvement in their education and tools.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
Corporate Australia must invest in smart technology now
Edge Computing

Corporate Australia must invest in smart technology now

Smart technology is playing a critical role in the business community's response to adjusting to new social and industry norms.

By Mike Fyson • 6 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020
Securing remote workforces at scale
Hybrid & Remote Work

Securing remote workforces at scale

Australian businesses brace for remote working amid COVID-19 by strengthening cybersecurity measures in their Business Continuity Plans to avoid cyberattacks.

By Ilan Rubin • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
COVID-19: Surfshark joins growing list of companies offering free services
Virtual Private Networks

COVID-19: Surfshark joins growing list of companies offering free services

Surfshark is offering free six-month VPN subscriptions to help small businesses protect remote employees from cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
Phishing cases explode as attackers prey on coronavirus fears
Malware

Phishing cases explode as attackers prey on coronavirus fears

Attackers, ever the opportunists, are capitalising on COVID-19, pushing phishing lures and establishing newly-registered coronavirus-related domains.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2020

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