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CERT NZ issues critical security controls for 2019

Thu, 24th Jan 2019
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The annual list is designed to help businesses prioritise their security controls based on CERT NZ’s local and international threat intelligence.
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CERT NZ highlights rise of unauthorised access incidents

Mon, 10th Dec 2018
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CERT NZ's Q3 report shows an alarming 35% rise in financial losses from cyber incidents, now at NZD $2.9 million, with unauthorised access up by 28%.
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Kiwis losing $24.7mil to scam calls every year

Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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New Zealanders lose NZD $24.7mil annually to scam calls, prompting the NZ Telecommunications Forum to intensify its anti-fraud campaign.
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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.
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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.
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Cyber threat spotlight: Kiwis report more, lose less in Q2

Wed, 19th Sep 2018
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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.
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Scammers intercepting business emails in fake invoice scams

Thu, 6th Sep 2018
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CERT NZ is warning New Zealand businesses to be aware of an upsurge in fake invoices, which are often intercepting genuine payments.
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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.
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Have your say: Govt extends feedback deadline for Cyber Security Strategy refresh

Wed, 27th Jun 2018
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The deadline for feedback on New Zealand's proposed Cyber Security Strategy and Action Plan has been extended to September.
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Domain Name Commission & CERT NZ to share information about .nz cyber threats

Thu, 14th Jun 2018
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The two agencies have agreed to share certain domain registration information so that they can ‘enhance’ cybersecurity in New Zealand.
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Brennan IT tapped as AusCERT’s member organisation of the year

Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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The award recognises that Brennan IT fixed the largest percentage of vulnerabilities reported through AusCERT's MSINs.
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$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents

Wed, 30th May 2018
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The first three months of 2018 were busier than ever for cybercriminals, who managed to steal $2.9 million from New Zealanders.
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Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost

Thu, 17th May 2018
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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CERT NZ issues security alert about Smart Install-enabled Cisco devices

Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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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).
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CERT NZ partners with Orange Business Services on comprehensive threat intelligence

Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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CERT NZ and Orange Business Services collaborate in threat intelligence sharing to boost analysis of cyber threat data.
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Government moves to revitalize NZ's Cyber Security and Action Plan

Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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New Zealand will overhaul its Cyber Security Strategy amid rising cyber threats, aiming to bolster national resilience and protect digital infrastructure.