Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) stories - Page 2
Ransomware, crypto scams & brute-forced passwords: Highlights from CERT NZ's Q2 report
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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The number of cybersecurity incidents in the second quarter of 2021 has risen to more than 1,350, accounting for $3.9 million in direct financial losses.
Only half of IT security teams optimally prepared for a security incident
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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Only 56% of companies are optimally prepared for a security incident, according to a global study by OTRS Group. (1).
CERT NZ urges businesses to disable Remote Desktop Protocol due to cyber risks
Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
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According to CERT NZ, most ransomware attacks can be traced back, in part, to poorly configured remote access systems.
No more 'pawswords': Why pet names shouldn't unlock your online accounts
Fri, 16th Apr 2021
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public cloud
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hyperscale
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passwords
15% of Britons use their pet's name as a password, making them easy targets for cybercriminals, warns UK's National Cyber Security Centre.
Security alert: Widespread exploitation on Microsoft Exchange
Wed, 10th Mar 2021
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According to an advisory from CERT NZ, widespread exploitation activity has already occurred as a result of the vulnerabilities within the Microsoft Exchange.
DDoS campaigns, BEC scams & Emotet: CERT NZ reports top security threats
Wed, 25th Nov 2020
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malware
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ddos
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email security
New Zealanders have suffered $6.4m in financial losses due to cybersecurity incidents, according to CERT NZ's latest quarterly report.
Emotet malware is on a rampage after months of silence
Thu, 10th Sep 2020
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malware
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ai security
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CERT agencies around the world are reporting a surge in cyber attacks related to the Emotet malware, which is being distributed by email.
CERT NZ: Kiwis lose $7.8m to cyber attacks; incident reports soar
Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cyber attacks in New Zealand have surged by 42% this year, with almost 60% of the 3,102 reported incidents coming from individuals, according to CERT NZ.
CERT NZ provides threat intelligence for InternetNZ's DNS Firewall
Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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CERT NZ's cyber threat feeds are now being used by InternetNZ's Defenz DNS Firewall to protect users from security risks.
Katana Technologies releases anti-ransomware solution
Mon, 16th Sep 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Katana Technologies unveils an anti-ransomware solution in response to a 38% surge in ransomware attacks, aiming to secure businesses from costly data breaches.
Stairway to hell: Scams, ransomware, and $6.5m gone from Kiwis' pockets
Thu, 5th Sep 2019
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phishing
In just a three month period this year, New Zealanders reported more than 1000 cybersecurity incidents and financial losses of $6.5 million to CERT NZ.
FintechNZ: Most NZ companies don't report cyber incidents
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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fintechs
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
True number of cyber attacks in New Zealand likely higher than reported, says FintechNZ manager. Only 6% of firms have adequate protection.
CERT NZ report: Unauthorised account access a growing problem
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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phishing
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email security
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New Zealanders reported direct financial losses of $1.7 million. While that is still a substantial loss, the figure is a 71% drop from the previous quarter.
Govt invests $8m into refreshed Cyber Security Strategy
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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nz government
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cybersecurity strategy
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The Government has refreshed its approach to New Zealand’s cybersecurity, with more focus on partnerships, funding, and international participation.
Online attackers abusing Kiwis' generosity in wake of Chch tragedy
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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phishing
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email security
Scammers exploit Kiwis' generosity following Christchurch tragedy. CERT NZ and Westpac issue urgent alerts about donation scams and malicious emails.
CERT NZ: Email extortion & scams hit Kiwis hard in the pocket
Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Despite ongoing efforts to raise awareness about online scams and fraud, New Zealanders are still losing staggering amounts of money.
CERT NZ issues critical security controls for 2019
Thu, 24th Jan 2019
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cybersecurity
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retailers
The annual list is designed to help businesses prioritise their security controls based on CERT NZ’s local and international threat intelligence.
CERT NZ highlights rise of unauthorised access incidents
Mon, 10th Dec 2018
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
CERT NZ's Q3 report shows an alarming 35% rise in financial losses from cyber incidents, now at NZD $2.9 million, with unauthorised access up by 28%.
Kiwis losing $24.7mil to scam calls every year
Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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email security
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cybersecurity
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tcf
New Zealanders lose NZD $24.7mil annually to scam calls, prompting the NZ Telecommunications Forum to intensify its anti-fraud campaign.
Computer Lounge online store hit by security breach
Mon, 5th Nov 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
Auckland’s Computer Lounge has suffered a months-long security breach. While credit card details are safe, other personal data may have been exposed.