Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) stories - Page 2
Does New Zealand have a chief information security officer?
Wed, 27th Oct 2021
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What’s the equivalent role in the government? Who holds it? And how does the position help protect New Zealand’s digital integrity?.
The who’s who of NZ’s government & public cybersecurity agencies
Thu, 30th Sep 2021
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government
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From government agencies to public initiatives, here's an inside look at who protects New Zealand's digital landscape from cyber threats.
GCSB names recipients of Women in STEM scholarships
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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scholarship
GCSB awards Women in STEM scholarships to three recipients, supporting their careers in science and technology.
Spark picks Samsung as partner to roll out 5G in NZ
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Spark and Samsung have been working on network innovation since last year, starting with 5G trials throughout the country.
Huawei NZ aims to quell the scandalous rumours
Thu, 9th May 2019
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Huawei NZ’s deputy MD Andrew Bowater addresses rumours, asserting the company is staff-owned, invests significantly in NZ, and does not control telco networks.
GCSB outlines cyber resilience tips for NZ businesses
Mon, 8th Apr 2019
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Governance, investment, readiness, and supply chain: The four key areas for good practice in cybersecurity, according to the GCSB.
Online attackers abusing Kiwis' generosity in wake of Chch tragedy
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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phishing
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email security
Scammers exploit Kiwis' generosity following Christchurch tragedy. CERT NZ and Westpac issue urgent alerts about donation scams and malicious emails.
GCSB welcomes Inspector-General's report on intelligence warrants
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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The GCSB welcomes Cheryl Gwyn's report affirming its lawful warrant systems, though differing on 'Type 1' and 'Type 2' warrant interpretations remain.
Report finds GCSB in compliance with NZ rights
Mon, 10th Dec 2018
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cloud services
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human rights
For the fourth consecutive year, the GCSB has been found in compliance with New Zealand's legal and human rights standards, reports the Inspector-General.
Huawei seeks urgent meeting with Govt about Spark 5G ban saga
Thu, 29th Nov 2018
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Huawei requests urgent meeting with New Zealand government to discuss the reasons behind its ban from working with Spark on 5G network upgrade.
Huawei & Spark get slugged again: GCSB terminates proposed 5G network plans
Wed, 28th Nov 2018
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This afternoon the GCSB denied Spark’s proposal to deploy Huawei 5G equipment across its future Radio Access Network.
GCSB names Women in STEM scholarship winners
Tue, 27th Nov 2018
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awards
The GCSB has awarded three NZD $10,000 Women in STEM scholarships, aiming to boost diversity in STEM fields and reduce the gender pay gap.
GCSB's CORTEX project scoops iSANZ Award
Thu, 15th Nov 2018
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new zealand internet task force
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The GCSB CORTEX cyber defence project won at the 2018 iSANZ Awards. The service detects cyber threats for New Zealand's significant organisations.
GCSB report: NZ firms lack CISOs, human investment
Thu, 1st Nov 2018
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A GCSB report reveals that over 80% of major NZ firms lack a CISO, with significant gaps in human investment affecting overall cyber resilience.
GCSB exposes Russia's involvement in malicious cyber attacks
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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cyber attacks
New Zealand and UK blame Russian government for cyber attacks on political institutions, businesses, sports bodies, and media.
GCSB recognised for 'building trust & confidence' at IPANZ Awards
Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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deloitte
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threat intelligence
Deloitte awards New Zealand's Government Communications Safety Bureau for its CORTEX cybersecurity initiative.
GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone
Mon, 28th May 2018
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
The Malware-Free Networks initiative was developed as part of the CORTEX initiative to build on malware detection capability provided by ISPs.
NZ & AU join international condemnation against Russia for NotPetya attack
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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australian government
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notpetya
The New Zealand and Australian Governments have condemned Russia for the NotPetya cyber attack that caused global damage.
GCSB and NZSIS bring new Minister up to speed with NZ's state of security
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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nzsis
Minister for the GCSB and NZSIS Andrew Little has been briefed on his new role, according to an unclassified briefing document.
HP recruits former GCSB researcher for new Security Advisory Board
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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Ex-GCSB researcher Justine Bone has scored a role in HP’s new Security Advisory Board, alongside a former hacker and a security consultant.