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GCSB report: NZ firms lack CISOs, human investment
Supply Chain

GCSB report: NZ firms lack CISOs, human investment

A GCSB report reveals that over 80% of major NZ firms lack a CISO, with significant gaps in human investment affecting overall cyber resilience.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Nov 2018
GCSB recognised for 'building trust & confidence' at IPANZ Awards
Deloitte

GCSB recognised for 'building trust & confidence' at IPANZ Awards

Deloitte awards New Zealand's Government Communications Safety Bureau for its CORTEX cybersecurity initiative.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Jul 2018
GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone
Malware

GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone

The Malware-Free Networks initiative was developed as part of the CORTEX initiative to build on malware detection capability provided by ISPs.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 28th May 2018
GCSB and NZSIS bring new Minister up to speed with NZ's state of security
Cybersecurity

GCSB and NZSIS bring new Minister up to speed with NZ's state of security

Minister for the GCSB and NZSIS Andrew Little has been briefed on his new role, according to an unclassified briefing document.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2017
Aura InfoSec hires former GCSB exec to push the future of cybersecurity
EduTech

Aura InfoSec hires former GCSB exec to push the future of cybersecurity

Aura Information Security has appointed former GCSB's head of consultancy services Barry Brailey as its new principal security consultant.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy
Government Communications Security Bureau

New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy

A new book by Massey University Press delves into the state of cyber security in New Zealand and aims to encourage discussion on the topic.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017
InternetNZ calls out Govt's Intelligence and Security Bill
Surveillance

InternetNZ calls out Govt's Intelligence and Security Bill

Government's Intelligence and Security Bill raises concerns for InternetNZ, who believe it goes against the purpose of a free and open society.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2016
Green Party calls out prime minister on Pacific Island spying
Government

Green Party calls out prime minister on Pacific Island spying

The Green Party demands an explanation from New Zealand Prime Minister John Key over illegal spying on citizens of Cook Islands and Niue.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Mar 2015
InternetNZ boss slams mass collection of Pacific data
Government Communications Security Bureau

InternetNZ boss slams mass collection of Pacific data

New Zealand's alleged mass data harvesting on Pacific Island nations raises concerns about privacy, says InternetNZ.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2015

Global Stories

Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) stories

GCSB exposes Russia's involvement in malicious cyber attacks
Government Communications Security Bureau

GCSB exposes Russia's involvement in malicious cyber attacks

New Zealand and UK blame Russian government for cyber attacks on political institutions, businesses, sports bodies, and media.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2018
NZ & AU join international condemnation against Russia for NotPetya attack
Government Communications Security Bureau

NZ & AU join international condemnation against Russia for NotPetya attack

The New Zealand and Australian Governments have condemned Russia for the NotPetya cyber attack that caused global damage.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2018
HP recruits former GCSB researcher for new Security Advisory Board
AI Security

HP recruits former GCSB researcher for new Security Advisory Board

Ex-GCSB researcher Justine Bone has scored a role in HP's new Security Advisory Board, alongside a former hacker and a security consultant.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
New Zealand security services receives funding boost
Cybersecurity

New Zealand security services receives funding boost

New Zealand security services to receive $20m funding boost for essential services and recruitment, says government.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 26th May 2015
Inquiry into GCSB spying claims confirmed
Government Communications Security Bureau

Inquiry into GCSB spying claims confirmed

Office of the Inspector General of Intelligence & Security will investigate allegations of GCSB interception of communications in the South Pacific.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2015
Greens call for opposition involvement in hiring of new GCSB director
AI Security

Greens call for opposition involvement in hiring of new GCSB director

Greens demand cross-party say in new GCSB chief's hiring to ensure political neutrality, amid criticisms of the current system.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2015
REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...
Gaming

REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...

We explain the legislative act that governs relations between the New Zealand telecommunications industry and surveillance agencies.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2014
Hands up if you're telling the truth...?!
Data Privacy

Hands up if you're telling the truth...?!

Laila Harré challenges PM's credibility on GCSB surveillance, following Snowden's claims of spying on New Zealanders.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2014
Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Gaming

Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims

PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014