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Philip Whitmore stories

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Philip Whitmore is a dedicated cybersecurity enthusiast, whose expertise is reflected through his insightful columns. His coverage spans across recognising the innovation within New Zealand’s cybersecurity industry, as seen in the 2023 iSANZ Awards, to the essential updates of the New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM).

Whitmore also delves into the practical challenges faced by SMEs in Aotearoa, particularly concerning the secure implementation of hybrid work models and the safety of accounting software data amidst increasing ICT spending. His analyses are grounded in global perspectives, examining trends and expectations as outlined in KPMG’s comprehensive reports and addressing the growing internal threat landscape in New Zealand.

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New Zealand cybersecurity recognised at iSANZ Awards 2023
Wed, 15th Nov 2023
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edutech
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cybersecurity
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ministry of education
2023 iSANZ Awards recognises New Zealand's cybersecurity talents, lauding innovation and dedication within the industry.
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KPMG report shows cybersecurity and privacy expectations increase
Mon, 17th Oct 2022
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data privacy
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
KPMG’s 2022 ‘Cyber Trust Insights’ report has surveyed 1,881 executives to outline five key steps to building trust through cybersecurity.
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How secure is accounting software data in Aotearoa?
Wed, 6th Jul 2022
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fintechs
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data protection
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financial systems
A recent Xero study found ICT spending for NZ businesses has increased 25% compared to pre-pandemic levels, so how safe is accounting software?.
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Can SMEs run a hybrid work model securely in Aotearoa?
Tue, 31st May 2022
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malware
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phishing
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email security
While the hybrid work model may have offered protection from COVID-19, have small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remained as safe from outside threats?.
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Could New Zealanders initiate a cyber attack from within?
Fri, 27th May 2022
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risk & compliance
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The threat landscape is significantly increasing worldwide, and the opportunities it presents are a growing concern in Aotearoa.
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GCSB updates NZISM for first time since September 2020
Mon, 28th Feb 2022
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risk & compliance
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
The New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM) has released important information in its latest update, Version 3.5.