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IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert
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IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert

The rise of the Internet of Things across industries is bringing with it a new wave of security concerns, and business need to be aware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Apr 2016
Governments vulnerable to attack, says Palo Alto Networks
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Governments vulnerable to attack, says Palo Alto Networks

Government departments are an attractive target for malicious hackers and criminals, making them vulnerable to attack.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
Ransomware: Locky, TeslaCrypt and other malware families use new tool to evade detection
Malware

Ransomware: Locky, TeslaCrypt and other malware families use new tool to evade detection

Recently, Palo Alto Networks identified slight changes in Locky detonations through the AutoFocus threat intelligence service.

By Jeff White • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2016
New ANZ boss for Palo Alto Networks
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New ANZ boss for Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks has appointed a new ANZ boss, with Simon Green taking up the role vacated by Armando Dacal's promotion to a regional role.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2016
Palo Alto seeks 'security innovators' with partner program upgrade
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Palo Alto seeks 'security innovators' with partner program upgrade

Palo Alto Networks has updated its NextWave Channel Partner Program in a move designed to further enable partners to be 'next-gen security innovators'.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2016
Palo Alto inks Southern Cross Hospitals security contract
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Palo Alto inks Southern Cross Hospitals security contract

Southern Cross Hospitals will implement Palo Alto Networks Next Generation Security Platform across its network in New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Mar 2016
What's the latest weapon in the fight against malware?
Malware

What's the latest weapon in the fight against malware?

Palo Alto Networks embarked on a research project using known malicious servers to discover whether cookies can help understand malware identity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
Palo Alto Networks hits new record for revenue growth
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Palo Alto Networks hits new record for revenue growth

Palo Alto Networks has reported significant revenue growth in Q2 2016, thanks to the success of its subscription services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Feb 2016
Mobility workforce a security headache
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Mobility workforce a security headache

Businesses need to rethink how they are protecting company information transmitted between remote employees in the wake of the mobile workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2016
Palo Alto vendor of choice as Aussie company amps up expansion plans
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Palo Alto vendor of choice as Aussie company amps up expansion plans

SunRice has chosen Palo Alto Networks' Next-Generation Security Platform to support expansion, increase security, and consolidate IT infrastructure.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2016
Behind the scenes of cyber crime
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Behind the scenes of cyber crime

Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
Next-gen security comes to OpenStack cloud in Mirantis, Palo Alto deal
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Next-gen security comes to OpenStack cloud in Mirantis, Palo Alto deal

Mirantis and Palo Alto Networks have partnered on a virtual network function solution they say brings next-generation security to the OpenStack cloud.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Mon, 25th Jan 2016
Malicious cyber attack method resurfaces, targets mobile devices
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Malicious cyber attack method resurfaces, targets mobile devices

Palo Alto Networks warns of 'BackStab' cyber attack targeting mobile devices, stealing private information from backup files.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jan 2016
New Backstab cyberattack targeting iOS devices
Malware

New Backstab cyberattack targeting iOS devices

The BackStab attacks see cyber criminals use malware to remotely infiltrate computers, with iOS devices particularly vulnerable.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Dec 2015
Palo Alto Networks partners get turbo charged
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Palo Alto Networks partners get turbo charged

Palo Alto Networks partners were given pointers to 'turbo charge' their sales and profitability at the vendor's Asia Pacific partner forum this week.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
Collaboration key component of threat prevention
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Collaboration key component of threat prevention

A crucial part of threat prevention is collaboration between businesses, and now more than ever it's necessary to build a cyber security ecosystem.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2015
Explosion of SaaS applications in enterprise causing security concerns
Software-as-a-Service

Explosion of SaaS applications in enterprise causing security concerns

The increase in SaaS adoption has the potential to introduce new security risks or allow unauthorised access to sensitive data.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Oct 2015
Distribution Central takes out Palo Alto APAC distribution award
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Distribution Central takes out Palo Alto APAC distribution award

Distribution Central has been awarded Palo Alto Networks APAC Distribution Relationship of the Year for the second year running.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2015