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'Catastrophic forgetting': What it is, and how to prevent it
Firewalls

'Catastrophic forgetting': What it is, and how to prevent it

AI has been used to combat cyber-threats for years. But there are many related pitfalls — and catastrophic forgetting is a major one.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd May 2021
Navigating security threats beyond a compliance-centric posture
Cybersecurity

Navigating security threats beyond a compliance-centric posture

ANZ Bank is blocking between 8 million and 10 million malicious emails a month, double last year's figure, as cyber-attacks increase.

By Vikas Tatwani • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Apr 2021
Dell Technologies partners with SecureWorks for new security service
Network Infrastructure

Dell Technologies partners with SecureWorks for new security service

Dell Technologies partners with Secureworks to launch a subscription-based cybersecurity service. It provides 24/7 security and threat detection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Apr 2021
Palo Alto Networks establishes cybersecurity consulting group Unit 42
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks establishes cybersecurity consulting group Unit 42

The group will help enterprises respond to emerging threats as they navigate an increase in costly, crippling cyberattacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
COVID-19-themed threats, Powershell malware continue surge
Malware

COVID-19-themed threats, Powershell malware continue surge

COVID-19-themed threats and Powershell malware surge, according to McAfee's Threats Report. Average threats reached 648 per minute, a 10% increase.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 16th Apr 2021
97% of organisations experienced a mobile threat in 2020 — report
Malware

97% of organisations experienced a mobile threat in 2020 — report

Almost all organisations faced mobile cyber-threats in 2020, as remote working increased concerns about mobile security, says Check Point Software.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Apr 2021
emt Distribution adds Orchestra Group to cybersecurity portfolio
Wireless Networks

emt Distribution adds Orchestra Group to cybersecurity portfolio

Rhipe-owned value-add distributor emt Distribution has secured Asia Pacific distribution rights for an Israel-based cybersecurity firm Orchestra Group.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Apr 2021
Why a more secure organisation is a collective responsibility
Internet of Things

Why a more secure organisation is a collective responsibility

Massive shift to remote working during the pandemic has accelerated the adoption of hybrid cloud, while increasing the risk of cyberattacks.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Apr 2021
Advanced threat actors engaged in cyberespionage up their game
Cybersecurity

Advanced threat actors engaged in cyberespionage up their game

Advanced threat actors engaged in cyberespionage in the Asia Pacific have upped their game in a new campaign, according to Kaspersky.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021
Mobile devices biggest enterprise security threat - report
Mobile Device Management

Mobile devices biggest enterprise security threat - report

Businesses at risk from cyber criminals due to rushed remote working during COVID-19, says Verizon. 49% experienced cybersecurity issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware VP on the challenges of cloud security
Firewalls

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware VP on the challenges of cloud security

IT security company, Radware, discusses the challenges and solutions surrounding cloud security in an interview with TechDay.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Apr 2021
2020 sees a global shift in financial malware threats
Cybersecurity

2020 sees a global shift in financial malware threats

The financial threat landscape experienced a game-changing pandemic year, according to a new report from Kaspersky.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Apr 2021
Financial malware activity dropped in 2020 as creators honed their wares
Malware

Financial malware activity dropped in 2020 as creators honed their wares

Cybercriminals used the time to plan more malicious propagation techniques, both new and evolved from previous methods.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Apr 2021
Zscaler and CrowdStrike release integrations for end-to-end security
AI Security

Zscaler and CrowdStrike release integrations for end-to-end security

This collaboration between the two cloud-native security companies provides joint customers with adaptive, risk-based access control to private applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
IoT botnets: Perspectives from a residential router
Malware

IoT botnets: Perspectives from a residential router

Surprisingly, a vast volume of malicious traffic can reach a residential device, writes Radware head of research Daniel Smith.

By Daniel Smith • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
Global industrial cybersecurity company expands in ANZ
Cybersecurity

Global industrial cybersecurity company expands in ANZ

Dragos has expanded its market presence in Australia and New Zealand to serve growth with industrial cybersecurity customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Mar 2021
“Cybersecurity risk has never been greater,' declares FortiGuard Labs
Malware

“Cybersecurity risk has never been greater,' declares FortiGuard Labs

Adversaries are highly adaptable as they conduct sophisticated attacks, particularly against remote workers, digital supply chains, and core networks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Mar 2021

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