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Make the pre-emptive strike against cyberattacks with threat hunting

Threat hunting starts with the assumption that bad actors have already breached perimeter defences and are operating inside the environment.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018

Security Information and Event Management

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.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Jul 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Microsoft report: Cyber attacks cost Australia $29b

Cyber attacks could cost Australian businesses up to AU$29bn per year, equivalent to 1.9% of Australia's GDP, according to a report by Frost & Sullivan.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Jun 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

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.

By Rodney Joffe • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Jun 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Fileless malware: Today's unseen threat to businesses

The number of fileless malware attacks is on the rise, with a survey estimating a 35% increase in 2018. Here's how to protect yourself.

By Stuart Fisher • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Jun 2018

Malware

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.

By Patrick Martlew • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd Jun 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Workplace culture: The first line of infosec defence

A company's greatest data security threat isn't tech-related; it's a lax workplace culture. Here are four essential steps to fortify your organisation.

By Bogdan Botezatu • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

New Zealander appointed as Global Cyber Alliance ambassador

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

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

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.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018

Internet of Things

Growing IoT adoption putting Australians at risk of cyber attacks

IoT adoption rises 55% in Australia, but lack of security puts consumers at risk of cyber attacks, warns report.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

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.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 7th May 2018

Crypto

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.

By Scott Robertson • 4 min read • Fri, 4th May 2018

Virtualisation

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.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

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

Join leading security experts and execs at Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum from April 30 to May 2. Secure your spot now!.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Apr 2018