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Businesses investing in ‘outdated’ cyber security
Digital Transformation

Businesses investing in ‘outdated’ cyber security

Most ANZ security leaders say old tools are failing against modern attacks, with 57% fearing breaches may have gone unnoticed.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2022
Construction and manufacturing top industries hit by ransomware
Data Protection

Construction and manufacturing top industries hit by ransomware

Construction and manufacturing firms face the highest ransomware risk, as attacks cost businesses millions and can halt operations.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Nov 2021
New Zealand’s critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks
Software-as-a-Service

New Zealand’s critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks

Banks and public services face rising disruption as attackers eye energy and water networks, with millions already lost to cyber incidents.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Sep 2021
Remote working putting organisations at risk of ransomware
Virtual Private Networks

Remote working putting organisations at risk of ransomware

Poorly configured remote access systems are leaving Kiwi businesses exposed, with CERT NZ warning ransomware reports hit a quarterly high.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Aug 2021
Time to drop the 'she’ll be right' attitude
Data Protection

Time to drop the 'she’ll be right' attitude

Thousands of New Zealanders face fraud and blackmail each year as many still skip basic online security steps, CERT NZ says.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Dec 2020
Double extortion ransomware a new threat to businesses
Malware

Double extortion ransomware a new threat to businesses

Pressure is mounting on firms as ransomware gangs now threaten to leak stolen data online if victims refuse to pay.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2020
Simple ways to protect against cyberattacks
Malware

Simple ways to protect against cyberattacks

Remote workers and online shoppers in New Zealand are facing a surge in Covid-19-themed phishing, ransomware and malware attacks.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 27th Sep 2020
The best defence Is learning from others
Data Protection

The best defence Is learning from others

Most organisations faced at least one successful cyberattack last year, underlining the need to reassess security practices and share lessons.

By Michael Curreen • 1 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2020
Phishing actors play on Covid-19 fears
Malware

Phishing actors play on Covid-19 fears

Phishing campaigns are exploiting coronavirus anxiety, with fake health alerts and newly registered domains helping criminals harvest credentials.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 22nd Mar 2020
What’s a Password Generator and why you should use one
Data Protection

What’s a Password Generator and why you should use one

Weak passwords can expose every online account, so a generator helps users create harder-to-crack logins in seconds.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 20th Oct 2019
Mobile malware a rising threat to businesses
Data Protection

Mobile malware a rising threat to businesses

Poor patching and employee privacy concerns are helping mobile malware account for 20 percent of external cyber attacks, a Forrester survey found.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 24th Feb 2019
Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information

Weak account settings and careless clicks can expose personal data, let criminals impersonate you and compromise linked services.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2019
Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information

Simple checks can stop account takeovers and phishing, from stronger passwords and two-factor authentication to encrypted connections and attachments.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Jan 2019
Protecting your ability to contribute to a sustainable world
Data Protection

Protecting your ability to contribute to a sustainable world

Rising cyberattacks on smart grids are driving utilities to adopt stronger identity checks and encryption as connected meters multiply 30% a year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th May 2018

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Regaining digital trust and enhancing digitisation in Australian Government agencies
Document Management

Regaining digital trust and enhancing digitisation in Australian Government agencies

Having a digitised ecosystem of documents, tools and data can help bolster security, improve workflow and ultimately create better services.

By Mitchell Hageman • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Jul 2022
Without trust, your security team is dead in the water
Cybersecurity

Without trust, your security team is dead in the water

Building trust with employees and customers is crucial in cybersecurity, says Airwallex's Elliot Colquhoun. Transparency and communication are key.

By Jessie Chiang • 5 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2022
Infosec unveils role-guided cybersecurity training roadmaps
EduTech

Infosec unveils role-guided cybersecurity training roadmaps

Infosec Skills Roles maps hands-on training and certifications to the 12 most in-demand cybersecurity roles to maximise training efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th May 2022

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