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New Zealand unifies cyber incident reporting under single platform

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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New Zealand unites cyber incident reporting under one platform by merging CERT NZ with NCSC, enhancing support across individuals and businesses nationwide.
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Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaw prompts urgent global response

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint is being actively exploited globally, prompting urgent patches to prevent unauthorised server access and data breaches.
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New Zealand's place in global cyber defence - From medieval knights to cybercriminals

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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New Zealand faces mounting cyber threats from state-backed digital guerrilla warfare, urging urgent government action to safeguard critical infrastructure and national security.
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Critical SharePoint zero-day flaw exploited, urgent actions urged

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint Server enabling remote code execution is actively exploited, urging firms to act fast amid no current patch available.
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Vectra AI appoints Chua Hock Leng to lead APJ region growth

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Vectra AI has appointed Chua Hock Leng as Vice President and General Manager for APJ, driving growth and advanced threat detection in the region's cybersecurity market.
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Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Ransomware, AI-powered attacks and vendor risks drive billions in cyber breach costs in 2025, with retail the hardest hit sector globally.
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Cloudflare records largest DDoS attack at 7.3 Tbps in Q2 2025

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Cloudflare blocked a record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack in Q2 2025 amid a 44% annual rise in attack severity, highlighting growing cyber threats to critical sectors.
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Wavelink partners with Penguin Solutions to boost OT resilience in ANZ

Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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Wavelink partners with Penguin Solutions to supply fault-tolerant edge computing and boost operational technology resilience in Australia and New Zealand.
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DroneShield invests millions in R&D & manufacturing expansion

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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DroneShield to invest AUD $13 million in a new Sydney R&D and manufacturing facility, expanding production capacity to USD $2.4 billion annually by 2026.
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When emergency strikes, it's time for a native zero-trust network

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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NetFoundry pioneers native zero-trust networks to securely orchestrate autonomous vehicles during emergencies, preventing cyberattacks and ensuring swift response.
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Fortinet named top IT/OT network protection leader again for 2025

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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Fortinet has been named Overall Leader in IT/OT Network Protection for 2025 by Westlands Advisory, marking its third consecutive top award.
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Wavelink appoints Danny Meadows to lead expansion in New Zealand

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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Wavelink has launched a local team in New Zealand, appointing Danny Meadows to lead its regional expansion and boost support for partners and vendors.
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Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
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OPSWAT adds SentinelOne AI to boost Metascan malware defence

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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OPSWAT integrates SentinelOne's AI malware detection into Metascan Multiscanning, boosting threat defence across Windows and Linux platforms.
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Spectrum appoints Marty Bennett to lead new era of growth

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Spectrum appoints Marty Bennett as Country Manager, signalling renewed focus on governance, staff growth and key IT services in New Zealand.
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Three-quarters of building systems exposed to cyber risks

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Research reveals 75% of Building Management Systems face cyber vulnerabilities, with 51% insecurely online, risking critical infrastructure across sectors.
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DroneShield lands USD $61.6m deal for European military systems

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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DroneShield clinches a USD $61.6m deal to supply handheld detection and counter-drone systems to a European military, its largest order to date.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise adds PROFINET to boost IT-OT unity

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise adds PROFINET support to its OmniSwitch 6465, enhancing IT-OT network unity with centralised management and real-time industrial communication.
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ASIO's declassified insights send powerful messages on protecting people, data centres, and buildings

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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ASIO Director warns of heightened 2025 threat level, urging enhanced physical and cyber security in buildings amid rising terrorism and sabotage risks.
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Data diode market to reach USD $919.29 million by 2034

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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The data diode market is set to nearly double to USD $919.29 million by 2034, driven by rising cyber threats and regulatory demands across sectors.