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Interview: Advantage MD Brad Pearpoint talks managed security in NZ
Partner Programmes

Interview: Advantage MD Brad Pearpoint talks managed security in NZ

Advantage, a New Zealand IT company, has thrived for over 37 years by evolving its services to meet changing cyber threats including managed security.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Nov 2021
NZ organisations see cybersecurity boost as TechnologyOne upgrades platform
Software-as-a-Service

NZ organisations see cybersecurity boost as TechnologyOne upgrades platform

The company has completed a 'significant architectural redesign' of its security in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Oct 2021

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Ransomware black hole pulls in other cyberthreats to create one massive delivery system
Malware

Ransomware black hole pulls in other cyberthreats to create one massive delivery system

Ransomware's growing power is sucking other cyberthreats into its orbit, creating a unified and modular attack system, warns Sophos.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
New research finds alarming jump in phishing attacks
Phishing

New research finds alarming jump in phishing attacks

There has been alarming advances in the scale and sophistication of phishing attacks perpetrated by the adversary against organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2021
DDoS attacks become more severe, 'carpet bombing' poses major challenge
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

DDoS attacks become more severe, 'carpet bombing' poses major challenge

DDoS attacks reach unprecedented levels in Q3 2021, targeting digital infrastructure operators, says Link11. Attack frequency rises 17% from Q2.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2021
Akamai launches next-gen web application and API protection solution
DevOps

Akamai launches next-gen web application and API protection solution

Akamai Technologies introduces App - API Protector, a next-gen web application and API protection solution for stronger security outcomes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021
Fortinet unifies zero trust, endpoint, and network security for a work-from-anywhere workforce
Malware

Fortinet unifies zero trust, endpoint, and network security for a work-from-anywhere workforce

Fortinet has announced a new security solution to enable organisations to secure and connect work-from-anywhere.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
A holistic approach to MDM for security and productive gains
Mobile Device Management

A holistic approach to MDM for security and productive gains

Quality device management, from the cloud, has become paramount for ensuring business productivity and continuity.

By Martin McGregor • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Nov 2021
McAfee Enterprise & FireEye predict the cyber threats you can expect to see in 2022
Cloud Access Security Broker

McAfee Enterprise & FireEye predict the cyber threats you can expect to see in 2022

Cybersecurity heavyweights McAfee Enterprise and FireEye share predictions on the cyber threat landscape in 2022.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
ZeroFox announces partnerships with two of the Pacific's largest disties
Health Technologies

ZeroFox announces partnerships with two of the Pacific's largest disties

ZeroFox expands in Australia and New Zealand with partnerships with distributors Netpoleon and emt Distribution, targeting cyber threats for enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Nov 2021
Radware notes huge uptick in DDoS attack blocking in 2021
Cybersecurity

Radware notes huge uptick in DDoS attack blocking in 2021

Massive uptick in DDoS attacks against communications, healthcare, and technology sectors, according to Radware's Q3 report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Nov 2021
How to remove admin privileges without teeing people off
Privileged Access Management

How to remove admin privileges without teeing people off

Restricting admin privileges is crucial for security, but it can hinder productivity. Find out how Devicie offers a solution.

By Martin McGregor • 6 min read • Tue, 26th Oct 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - BeyondTrust CTO discusses common attack vectors in 2021
Malware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - BeyondTrust CTO discusses common attack vectors in 2021

BeyondTrust's CTO, Marc Maiffret, discusses the recently released BeyondTrust Malware Threat Report 2021 in a TechDay interview.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd Oct 2021
ManageEngine brings endpoint protection capabilities to enterprise customers
Malware

ManageEngine brings endpoint protection capabilities to enterprise customers

ManageEngine adds data loss prevention, anti-ransomware, and endpoint compliance to its UEM solution. Remote work has caused a 500% spike in ransomware attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2021
Cohesity unveils new SaaS solutions to combat ransomware attacks
Software-as-a-Service

Cohesity unveils new SaaS solutions to combat ransomware attacks

The security and governance offerings keep customers a step ahead of bad actors launching sophisticated ransomware attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2021
ESET and Chillisoft launch MDR solution in ANZ
Cybersecurity

ESET and Chillisoft launch MDR solution in ANZ

The MDR service offers customers remotely delivered security operation centre capabilities, which can be used to respond to threats.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Oct 2021
Secure cloud migration with privileged access management
Privileged Access Management

Secure cloud migration with privileged access management

PAM can offer insight into risks that may be adjusted depending on the threat landscape, writes ThycoticCentrify chief security scientist Joseph Carson.

By Joseph Carson • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Oct 2021
Orca Security raises $550m, extends platform and global footprint
Cybersecurity

Orca Security raises $550m, extends platform and global footprint

Orca Security raises $550m in funding round led by Temasek, boosting its valuation to $1.8bn as demand for its cloud security platform grows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2021