Cybersafety stories - Page 16
CompTIA overhauls its security certification exam in response to new threats
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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comptia
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cybersafety
CompTIA updates CySA+ exam to tackle evolving cybersecurity threats, enhancing focus on proactive defence, regulatory compliance, and modern tech risks.
McAfee unveils new Microsoft Teams encryption update
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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uc
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encryption
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casb
McAfee has introduced an MVISION Cloud update enhancing encryption in Microsoft Teams, boosting secure data sharing and collaboration as remote work surges.
How a cyber-gang with a posh name stole millions from private equity firms
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
The gang succeeded in its campaign by manipulating email correspondences, registering lookalike domains, and cashing out in phases.
How an investigation into sextortion led to discovery of a criminal underworld
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
An investigation into sextortion by Sophos uncovered a criminal underworld where funds, totalling USD $500,000, supported a range of illicit activities.
Zoom announces new updates in response to privacy criticisms
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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cybersafety
Zoom responds to privacy criticisms with Zoom 5.0, introducing AES 256-bit GCM encryption and enhanced data routing controls, to restore user trust.
New report reveals key concerns of threat management pros in 2020
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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iaas
Attivo Networks' research reveals user networks and endpoints as the biggest concerns for cybersecurity professionals, with a 65% increase from last year.
Australian employees are weakening organisations' security posture - report
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
A Kaspersky report reveals almost half of all 2019 security incidents in Australian firms stem from 'inappropriate IT use' by employees.
Kaspersky addresses remote security gaps with new tool
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky unveils enhanced Endpoint Security Cloud to tackle remote work vulnerabilities, offering improved oversight on shadow IT and secure cloud services.
WhiteHawk announces product launch and partnership with global consulting firm
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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cybersafety
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whitehawk
WhiteHawk launches its Cyber Risk Program amid new partnership with a global consulting firm, already securing over USD $400,000 in initial revenues.
Almost four million Quidd users have credentials exposed
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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cybersafety
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risk based security
Risk Based Security says the leaked data sets include email addresses, usernames, and bcrypt hashed passwords of 3,954,416 users.
Latest Ford and Volkswagen smart cars pose 'serious' privacy and security risk
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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volkswagen
Investigations reveal security flaws in Ford and VW smart cars, exposing drivers to privacy breaches and hackers' control over critical vehicle functions.
Zscaler announces acquisition of Cloudneeti, doubling down on data protection
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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iaas
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casb
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dlp
Zscaler plans to acquire Cloudneeti, a Cloud Security Posture Management firm, to enhance data protection on its Cloud Security Platform.
Trend Micro reveals misconfigurations are No. 1 cause of cloud security issues
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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devops
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cloud security
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apm
The company says it identifies 230 million misconfigurations on average each day – proof, it says, that this risk is prevalent and widespread.
Bitdefender reveals new botnet which 'puts others to shame'
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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malware
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ddos
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has discovered a powerful new IoT botnet, 'dark_nexus,' that dwarfs previous threats with advanced features and complex DDoS tactics.
Interview: Aura GM on security implications for enterprise during and post-pandemic
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
The shift to remote work amid COVID-19 has intensified cyber threats, raising questions about data security and privacy. Aura GM Peter Bailey shares insights.
Interview: Ping Identity exec on why security system updates are critical during COVID-19
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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malware
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zero trust security
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hybrid & remote work
Ping Identity's Ashley Diffey argues that perimeter-based models must be replaced with identity-centric security, amid rising COVID-19 cyber threats.
Employee errors 'the most significant threat to personal data' - report
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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personal security
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cybersafety
Employee errors are now the leading threat to personal data, surpassing hacker attacks and malicious insiders, according to an nCipher Security report.
Google Chrome postpones changing cookie policy in wake of COVID-19
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Google Chrome delays its SameSite Cookie policy update due to COVID-19, to ensure stability for essential services websites like banking and healthcare.
Submit your security score and be in to win a $50 Bonfire Card*
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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ingram micro
Submit your security score and stand a chance to win a Bonfire card worth USD $50; boost your cybersecurity with Microsoft 365 Business Premium.
Data is more valuable to cyber attackers than cash - report
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
A Positive Technologies report reveals data theft now surpasses cash as the main goal for cyber attackers, reflecting a 20-point annual rise.