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Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.
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IoT, cryptocurrency, Linux & WiFi hacks: WatchGuard's security predictions for 2018

Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies has whipped up some key IT security predictions ranging from IoT botnets to Linux attacks.
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WatchGuard snaps up former IBM sales lead for APAC role

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies has snapped up former IBM sales leader Sylvain Lejeune as its new vice president of sales for Asia Pacific and Japan.
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Credential theft is the hottest trend for cyber attackers in Q2

Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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This year cyber attackers have narrowed their focus to methods that involve credential theft, be it through malware, phishing or brute force attacks.
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Confusion around GDPR with 37% unsure if they need to comply

Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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​A large portion of businesses have no idea what they need to do in the wake of the fast-approaching General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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WatchGuard closes Datablink acquisition; continues push into authentication market

Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies is venturing into the advanced authentication market after officially closing its acquisition of Datablink.
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Cybersecurity battleground shifting to Linux and web servers - report

Wed, 5th Jul 2017
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WatchGuard found that despite an overall drop in general malware detection for the quarter, Linux malware made up more than 36% of the top threats.
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WatchGuard sole 'visionary' in SMB UTM market

Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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WatchGuard has garnered visionary status in the latest Gartner Magic Quadrant for UTM, SMB multifunction firewalls. So how did other vendors fare?.
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In pics: WatchGuard's Asia Pacific Partner Distribution Conference

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies and partners gathered in Phuket, Thailand to celebrate The 10th Annual Asia Pacific Partner Distribution Conference.
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WatchGuard report: 30% of all malware isn't caught by legacy AV

Mon, 8th May 2017
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WatchGuard's Quarterly Internet Security Report says that 30% of malware attacks are new or zero day exploits - and legacy AVs are missing threats.
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Firebox Cloud: Public cloud security for small and midsize businesses

Mon, 8th May 2017
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Small and midsize firms bolster cyber defences with Firebox Cloud, bringing enterprise-level security to the public cloud.
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WatchGuard releases Wi-Fi access point for the rugged outdoor environment

Mon, 8th May 2017
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WatchGuard has taken its wireless solutions to the rugged outdoor environment with the release of a new cloud-ready wireless outdoor access point.
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Taking things back to basics: Ransomware and how we can prevent it

Mon, 8th May 2017
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How do you keep ransomware out? That question is on every organisation's lips as the number of attacks spikes to unprecedented levels.
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WatchGuard's global reseller survey finds ransomware top customer fear for 2017

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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A global survey by WatchGuard has shown that more than 80% of resellers believe their customers are most worried about ransomware and its effects.
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WatchGuard reveals why defence is never enough in the fight against ransomware

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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Ransomware. It is a deadly form of computer malware that can cripple your systems, drain your bank accounts and wipe all your critical business data.
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WatchGuard unveils new threat detection and response to security suite

Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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WatchGuard launches its new Threat Detection and Response service, providing advanced threat detection and central response capabilities.
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Australian retailers losing sales by ignoring customer privacy issues

Mon, 23rd May 2016
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A panel has highlighted the dangers facing retailers about ineffective management of data and its damaging effects on customer trust & confidence.
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WatchGuard launches global technology partner program

Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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WatchGuard launches Technology Partner Program to support tech companies integrating their products with WatchGuard's security solutions.
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'It's time for SMEs to take cyber security seriously'

Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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At the recent Tech Leaders conference in Sydney, many issues were raised, with one of the most prominent being cyber security.
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WatchGuard ramps up partner certification numbers to support growth

Wed, 30th Mar 2016
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A record number of WatchGuard's ANZ partners were certified last year, as the security vendor looks to ramp up its presence in SMBs.