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Sophos uncovers rampant rise of ransomware in manufacturing

Sophos' new survey report on ransomware in manufacturing and production found that the sector had the highest average ransom payment across all sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2022

Supply Chain

SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study

The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2022

Virtualisation

Latest VMware threat report reveals truth about deepfakes

VMware's Global Incident Response Threat Report reveals increased cyber attacks amid pandemic disruptions and geopolitical events.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Aug 2022

Cybersecurity

Almost half of businesses experienced a cyberattack last year

The travel and leisure, retail and wholesale, and business services industries were the top three sectors most at risk.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2022

Firewalls

Identity and access: the fight is on

Lapsus$ cybercriminals targeted Okta's authentication systems, exposing the vulnerability of identity and access control systems.

By Gunnar Peterson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2022

Unified Communications

Hundreds arrested, millions seized in global INTERPOL investigation

INTERPOL crackdown on telecom and social engineering scams results in 2,000 arrests and $50m of illicit funds intercepted.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jun 2022

Malware

41% of Aussie businesses have endured a ransomware attack

41% of small businesses have experienced a ransomware attack, according to a study by Software Advice. 27% of those targeted have paid the ransom.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jun 2022

AI Security

Attacks on critical infrastructure continue - Trellix report

Individual consumers are the prime target of cyber criminals, followed by the healthcare sector, according to a report by Trellix's Threat Labs.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2022

Cyber Criminal

Mobile fraud on the rise as online transactions increase

Mobile traffic has accounted for 75% of all traffic, a four-year increase, according to the latest Cybercrime Report by LexisNexis Risk Solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Mar 2022

Email Security

Email fraud identified as top attack vector - Proofpoint

More than three quarters of ASX 200 companies are subjecting customers, partners and employees to higher risks of email fraud.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2022

Apps

CYFIRMA launches mobile app designed to keep user's safe

The app is designed to help users acquire cyber safe habits, learn about emerging cyber threats, and be aware of attackers targeting apps they've installed.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Feb 2022

Phishing

DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals

DHL is the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Software's 2021 Q4 Brand Phishing Report.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jan 2022

Firewalls

Ability to access and share data may drive more cybercrime in 2022 - security firm

Enabling data to move more easily between organisations will undoubtedly lead to more crime, says a cybersecurity firm.

By RNZ • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jan 2022

Malware

January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips

Experts warn of rising cyber attacks in Australia as January becomes a prime time for ransomware attacks. Small businesses urged to be prepared.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cybots launches AI-driven cybersecurity in ANZ region

Cybots, an AI-driven cybersecurity company, is entering the Australian and New Zealand market to help SMEs combat cyber crime.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Nov 2021

Encryption

Zscaler report reveals attacks on tech companies up by 2,300%

There has been a 314% year-over-year increase in HTTPS threats from the start of 2021, according to new research from Zscaler.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

New research by Netacea into digital fingerprint and identity thief

New research by Netacea shows digital fingerprint trading platform Genesis Market increasing, with over 350,000 stolen digital identities available.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Apr 2021

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Email Security

Norton study highlights Kiwi's risky eCommerce behaviours

Nearly a quarter of New Zealanders (22%) surveyed said they tend to take more risks when online shopping during the holiday season than other times of the year.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2022