Cyber attacks stories - Page 132
Behavioural attack detection may be a saving grace for Aussie businesses
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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breach prevention
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m.tech
LightCyber has partnered with M.Tech to bring behavioural attack detection to the Australian market in response to the escalating data breach crisis.
The time for micro-segmentation is now
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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micro-segmentation
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opinion
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In the wake of costly breaches, it's whole-system micro-segmentation that is set to redefine cybersecurity this year.
The surprisingly scary patterns revealed in hack attacks
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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software development
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hackers
When analysing multi-attack campaigns against industrial and government interests, patterns emerge. Scary patterns.
Threat of DDoS and web application attacks more real than ever
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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firewalls
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ddos
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network infrastructure
DDoS and web application attacks are increasing, with repeat attacks becoming the norm, according to Akamai Technologies.
Healthcare organisations buckle under pressure of cyber attacks
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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malware
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ddos
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breach prevention
Healthcare sector unprepared for cyber attacks, averaging one per month, according to ESET and the Ponemon Institute.
IBM doubles down on security with latest acquisition
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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ibm
IBM Security is set to expand its operations with the acquisition of Resilient Systems, specialists in security incident response solutions.
Arbor brings order to the chaos with new security platform
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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uc
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cybersecurity
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customers
Arbor Networks introduces new security platform to detect and investigate advanced cyber-threats in real-time.
Palo Alto and Honeywell partner up, take on control systems security
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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uc
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Palo Alto Networks and Honeywell have joined forces to offer a cyber security solution for industrial control systems.
New Android Trojan “Xbot” phishes credit cards and bank accounts, encrypts devices for ransom
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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trojan
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opinion
A new Trojan called Xbot is targeting Android users in Russia and Australia, stealing banking credentials and demanding a ransom.
Cyber security: more engagement vital
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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ibm security
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cyber attacks
IBM Security says many leaders across the C-suite are confused about who the true cybersecurity adversary really is, and how to combat them.
Banking customers won't stand for subpar security, study finds
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
Over half of online banking customers would avoid a provider that has recently experienced a security incident, according to a survey by Kaspersky Lab.
Electronic payment security now a key consideration for consumers
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Consumers want innovative options for electronic payments to stay protected, according to a survey by Morning Consult and Electronic Payments Coalition.
Check Point looks to help the little guy with latest security offering
Fri, 5th Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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sme
Check Point has released new appliances designed to help SMBs stand up against sophisticated cyber criminals and zero-day threats.
Behind the scenes of cyber crime
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.
If opportunity makes a thief, what stops one?
Mon, 25th Jan 2016
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Cisco's Marc Solomon outlines the questions security professionals should ask when evaluating next-gen firewalls.
'Dangerous' email scam targets Australians
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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encryption
Email scam targeting Australians through postal service identified by Australia Post. Scam involves ransomware disguised as parcel collection.
Security analytics and intelligence key for 2016
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Security intelligence and analytical capabilities will come to the fore in the battle against cybercrime next year.
Cyber crime rife: The whole approach to security must change
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
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trends & predictions
Entirely new cyber threats will emerge in 2016, requiring fresh counter measures, according to predictions by Unisys.
New Backstab cyberattack targeting iOS devices
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
The BackStab attacks see cyber criminals use malware to remotely infiltrate computers, with iOS devices particularly vulnerable.
Top 10 security threats for 2016
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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wearables
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cyber attacks
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check point software
Check Point is anticipating the next wave of threats, hoping organisations can stay ahead of the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.