CERT / Computer Emergency Response Team stories - Page 2
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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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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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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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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Ransomware up 38%; Katana Tech's new solution aims to shield businesses from cyber extortion.
Stairway to hell: Scams, ransomware, and $6.5m gone from Kiwis' pockets
Thu, 5th Sep 2019
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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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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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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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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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Alert: Scammers exploit Christchurch grief with fake donation schemes.
CERT NZ: Email extortion & scams hit Kiwis hard in the pocket
Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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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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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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NZ's CERT reports surge in cyber incidents, losses hit $2.9m.
Kiwis losing $24.7mil to scam calls every year
Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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NZ TCF campaigns against scam calls during Fraud Awareness Week.
Computer Lounge online store hit by security breach
Mon, 5th Nov 2018
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Auckland's Computer Lounge hit by data breach, no card details taken.
Quick tips for staying safe online - Cyber Smart Week 2018
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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Cyber Smart Week kicks off, urging better online security after Facebook breach—CERT NZ leads the charge.
Cyber threat spotlight: Kiwis report more, lose less in Q2
Wed, 19th Sep 2018
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NZ cyber threat reports rise; money lost drops - CERT NZ.
Scammers intercepting business emails in fake invoice scams
Thu, 6th Sep 2018
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CERT NZ is warning New Zealand businesses to be aware of an upsurge in fake invoices, which are often intercepting genuine payments.
National Party calls out Health Minister's 'dismissive' take on DHB security
Wed, 25th Jul 2018
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Bay of Plenty District Health Board faces up to 860,000 cyber attacks daily, but NZ Health Minister dismisses concerns, says National Party's Dr Reti.
Have your say: Govt extends feedback deadline for Cyber Security Strategy refresh
Wed, 27th Jun 2018
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The deadline for feedback on New Zealand's proposed Cyber Security Strategy and Action Plan has been extended to September.
Domain Name Commission & CERT NZ to share information about .nz cyber threats
Thu, 14th Jun 2018
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The two agencies have agreed to share certain domain registration information so that they can ‘enhance’ cybersecurity in New Zealand.
Brennan IT tapped as AusCERT’s member organisation of the year
Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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The award recognises that Brennan IT fixed the largest percentage of vulnerabilities reported through AusCERT's MSINs.
$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents
Wed, 30th May 2018
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The first three months of 2018 were busier than ever for cybercriminals, who managed to steal $2.9 million from New Zealanders.