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Why Microsoft is in the security business for all the right reasons

Our perception of Microsoft and it's presence in the cyber-security sector needs updating

2018 proves to be a mixed bag of severe cyber threats, report finds

There are more than 100,000 known vulnerabilities that are open to exploitation from attackers.

RSA says blockchain presents a new wave of cyber-risk for global organisations

The $3.1 billion global investment in blockchain solutions in 2018 presents a potential cause for alarm, according to RSA.

Microsoft report: Cyber attacks cost Australia $29b

"The finding that one in five Australian businesses are not performing regular forensics and data breach assessments is surprising."

The weaponisation of AI: how to defend against machine generated cyber attacks

The ‘weaponisation’ of AI was predicted to be one of the biggest cybersecurity threats of 2018. Here's how to prepare.

Fileless malware: Today's unseen threat to businesses

Fileless malware attacks tend to rely as little as possible on executables during infection and compromise.

Here’s what the threat landscape currently looks like, according to Fortinet

Fortinet says there are indications that some cybercriminals now prefer hijacking systems and using them for cryptomining.

Workplace culture: The first line of infosec defence

In order to truly secure your data, its culture which becomes your first, and most important line of defence.

New Zealander appointed as Global Cyber Alliance ambassador

New Zealander Tony Krzyzewski is one of eight international ambassadors appointed to the Global Cyber Alliance.

How top CIOs prevent cyber threats

With malicious actors launching increasingly bold attacks, these are the top strategies CISOs use to fend off the danger.

Growing IoT adoption putting Australians at risk of cyber attacks

“There’s already been reports of connected vending machines or air conditioning units being used as back doors into the business network."

Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost

The Government’s Budget 2018 will inject an extra $3.9 million for New Zealand’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) over the next four years.

North Korea's threat actors operating from other countries

North Korea conducts malicious cyber operations from countries including India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Nepal, Kenya, Mozambique, Indonesia, and China.

Cryptominers posing a new threat for enterprise IT infrastructures

As well as viruses, trojans, worms and ransomware attacks, IT managers now have a new threat to worry about: cryptominers.

Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy

The strategy will protect government agencies and networks from cyber hacking threats, and will also help to protect the privacy of Victorians.

34 tech heavyweights stand strong: Protecting the globe from cyber threats

Not only with the companies protect customers, they've also vowed not to help governments who want to go on the cyber offensive.

You’re invited: Sydney’s 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum

The security of Australia’s borders, economy and the safety of our people have never been more important.

Malicious 'bad bots' account for more web traffic than ever before

4% of bad bot traffic is made up of moderate or sophisticated bots, which evade detection by distributing their attacks over multiple IP addresses.

Kiwi SMBs strengthen their cyber defences as threats rise

Results from the survey found that 89% of SMBs have signed up for security solutions to protect against threats.

E-commerce requires beefed up cybersecurity to function well

In an increasingly interconnected world, online shopping and electronic transactions have now transcended its innovation status.

Three key elements to protect Kiwi enterprises from cyber threats

Executive teams must invest in continually improving security management processes to prevent successful attacks.

Cybersecurity Advisors Network appoints Sydney-based APAC representative

Peter Coroneos will now lead the Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN) efforts across Asia Pacific. He is based in Sydney.

CrowdStrike compiles 'casebook' of cybersecurity's important lessons

The casebook found that attack trends towards fileless malware, such as those that execute code from memory, made up 66% of all attacks.

Interview: Hivint's cofounder on Security Colony & the power of the hive approach

Hivint and Security Colony’s Nick Ellsmore on the future of solution sharing in cybersecurity.

Whitepaper: Why it’s critical to detect cyber attacks as they happen

"Many organisations are struggling to keep pace with the speed in which hackers are attacking their systems."

Whitepaper: The key to compliance is governing access to data

By implementing a governance-based approach to identity governance, companies can secure their organisation’s sensitive data.

Whitepaper: How to explain why IT security needs more budget

Do you want to convince your higher-ups that IT and security need more budget?

What does sustainable compliance look like?

Getting an organisation compliant is one thing, keeping it that way is another.

Survey: App dev is surging, but how are businesses doing it?

Today “every company is in the software business" to get a competitive edge, and this survey reveals how app dev is affecting IT teams.