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Nick Fitzgerald stories

Nick Fitzgerald is a seasoned commentator on the intricacies and evolving landscape of cybersecurity. With an evident focus on the emerging threats within Australia's digital realm, Fitzgerald provides insight into the continuing tussle between cybercrime persistence and necessary defensive strategies. As technology entwines ever closer with daily life, he underscores the critical nature of innovation in security protocols, particularly concerning the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI), advocating for thorough scanning measures to bolster software integrity.

Touching on the broader implications of our increasingly interconnected society, Fitzgerald argues the case for sophisticated yet accessible cybersecurity solutions to navigate the challenges brought forth by our digital dependencies. His expertise further extends to the peculiar perils associated with the Internet of Things (IoT), examining the financial and privacy costs of our connected epoch. Notably, he also brings to attention the surge in software supply-chain attacks, signifying a shift in the threat landscape that organisations can ill afford to ignore.

Additionally, in an age where the buzz around blockchain technology continues to proliferate, Fitzgerald lends his perspective on its role within the IoT space, critically assessing the security posture of IoT devices and their cloud counterparts. His contributions present a clear-eyed evaluation of current trends, security necessities, and the overarching threats that shape our digital existence, painting a vivid picture of the challenges ahead and the steely resolve required to confront them.

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The future of cybercrime in Australia – ESET
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ddos
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cybersecurity
Cyber-attacks will continue so long as the target seems worthwhile and the attackers have funding to continue their work.
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ESET: Will blockchain secure the Internet of Threats?
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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iot security
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It is well established that contemporary IoT devices, and their associated cloud services, have a terrible security track record.
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The cost of our connected world: how to overcome challenges without downgrading technical capabilities
Mon, 28th May 2018
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
Cyberattacks like WannaCry and NotPetya highlight the urgent need for improved global cybersecurity measures.
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APAC Cybersecurity trends ahead: The costs of connection
Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
The generally perilous state of affairs in the Internet-of-Things (IoT) arena presents a host of challenges of its own.
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A lesson on UEFI 101 and why you need it scanned for security
Wed, 15th Nov 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hackers
UEFI scans a must for PC security, experts urge as threats rise.
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The age of software supply-chain attacks: Why they are now a legitimate threat
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
When you consider that we often only see one or two software supply-chain attacks in a year, eight in the last ten months is a veritable deluge!.
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Got an Android device? Here's some tips for keeping it secure
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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malware
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smartphones
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technology gifts
As Android malware surges, ESET issues some tips on how Kiwis can protect themselves - and how to know if you might have been compromised already.
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ESET ups local research power signing Kiwi to research team
Wed, 20th Jan 2016
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ESET has added to its local research team, with New Zealand's Nick FitzGerald joining the vendor as a senior research fellow, focused on APAC threats.