Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) stories - Page 3
Computer Lounge online store hit by security breach
Mon, 5th Nov 2018
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Auckland’s Computer Lounge has suffered a months-long security breach. While credit card details are safe, other personal data may have been exposed.
Quick tips for staying safe online - Cyber Smart Week 2018
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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As Cyber Smart Week 2018 kicks off, CERT NZ urges Kiwis to bolster online defences amid lingering concerns over data breaches like Facebook's.
Cyber threat spotlight: Kiwis report more, lose less in Q2
Wed, 19th Sep 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
CERT NZ's latest report shows cyber threats and incident reports increased in Q2, yet monetary losses dropped by 24%, with most under NZD $500.
Scammers intercepting business emails in fake invoice scams
Thu, 6th Sep 2018
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email security
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scams
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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nz government
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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cybersecurity
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domain name commission
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threat intelligence
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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cybersecurity
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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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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
The first three months of 2018 were busier than ever for cybercriminals, who managed to steal $2.9 million from New Zealanders.
Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost
Thu, 17th May 2018
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cyber threats
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.
The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now in action
Mon, 14th May 2018
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The Australia-backed Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now live, uniting cybersecurity teams from 14 Pacific nations to bolster regional security.
CERT NZ honoured to chair new Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network
Mon, 14th May 2018
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CERT NZ says it is a ‘huge honour’ to be voted in as the Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network’s inaugural chair.
CERT NZ's Advisory Board extended for another six months
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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CERT NZ's Advisory Board will continue until 30 September 2018, with Minister Clare Curran praising its expertise in bolstering New Zealand's cybersecurity.
Clare Curran targeted in Facebook impersonation; warns Kiwis to be vigilant
Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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New Zealand Minister Clare Curran becomes a target of Facebook impersonation and urges Kiwis to report suspicious activity to CERT NZ and boost online security.
CERT NZ issues security alert about Smart Install-enabled Cisco devices
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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cisco
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security vulnerabilities
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CERT NZ has issued a bulletin about a cyber attack campaign that is targeting Cisco devices that have enabled Smart Install (SMI).
CERT NZ partners with Orange Business Services on comprehensive threat intelligence
Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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threat intelligence
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CERT NZ and Orange Business Services collaborate in threat intelligence sharing to boost analysis of cyber threat data.
Government moves to revitalize NZ's Cyber Security and Action Plan
Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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cybersecurity
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nz government
New Zealand will overhaul its Cyber Security Strategy amid rising cyber threats, aiming to bolster national resilience and protect digital infrastructure.
Control is critical to contain cyber attacks in New Zealand
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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smartphones
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patching
As evident from CERT New Zealand’s security recommendations, mitigation and prevention of a data breach is a lot more cost-effective than recovery.
Under the spotlight: CERT NZ reveals last year’s most pervasive cyber threats
Thu, 29th Mar 2018
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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phishing
New Zealanders from ‘all walks of life’ reported 1131 cybersecurity issues ranging from cryptocurrency scams to phishing in 2017.
Sydney's Joint Cyber Security Centre opens in Darling Park
Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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australian government
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threat intelligence
Sydney is now home to Australia’s newest Joint Cyber Security Centre (JCSC), which was officially opened this week by Angus Taylor.