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Phishing attack exploited Samsung, Adobe servers for Office 365 credentials

Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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The campaign used seemingly credible web domain names to lure its victims and bypass security filters, including from Oxford University, Adobe and Samsung.
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Oracle combines cloud automation with comms security in new solution

Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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Oracle's new AI-powered Communications Security Shield Cloud proactively shields enterprises from network threats, ensuring safer, real-time communications.
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In IT security, 'good enough' is no longer good enough

Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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Cyber attackers live by the motto 'Never let a good crisis go to waste', and COVID-19 delivers a perfect storm of opportunity for them.
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Microsoft releases latest edition of Security Endpoints Threats report

Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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Microsoft's latest Security Endpoints Threats report highlights a persistent gap in cyber threat exposure between APAC's developed and developing nations.
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Security threats endanger tens of millions working from home

Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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Taking measures to prevent disruption to critical servers is paramount, and distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks are high on the list of threats.
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60% of IT managers think email cyber-attacks are 'inevitable' - report

Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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A report from Mimecast reveals that 60% of IT managers see email cyber-attacks as unavoidable within the next year, heightening security concerns.
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Security spotlight on recent breaches highlights need for effective CASBs

Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Recent major data breaches affecting millions highlight the urgent need for effective CASBs to safeguard against threats, especially in BYOD environments.
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Ransomware attacks swell, average ransom payments rise - report

Wed, 10th Jun 2020
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Ransomware attacks are escalating as the average ransom payment hits USD $18,000, with 57% of companies capitulating to demands, a report reveals.
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'Huge disconnect' between employer and employee perception of security

Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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59% of IT managers in a survey conducted by Forrester say they are doing enough for their organisation's cybersecurity, yet 53% of employees disagree.
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NASA's cybersecurity incidents rose 266% last year

Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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NASA experienced a 266% rise in cyber incidents last year, highlighting vulnerabilities as budget cuts hampered its cybersecurity defences.
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New phishing campaign disguises malware as CV attachments

Thu, 4th Jun 2020
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It comes as resume or CV-themed scams have doubled in the past two months, with one out of every 450 malicious files reported involving CVs.
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Zscaler buys Edgewise, with its sight set on zero-trust

Fri, 29th May 2020
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The acquisition indicates Zscaler's path towards improving the security of east-west communication, as well as its quest to achieve a zero-trust environment.
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Australians uneasy about facial recognition tech - report

Tue, 26th May 2020
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Half of Australians believe their privacy is being invaded by the tech, and two-thirds think they should be able to opt out of databases using it.
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40% of APAC consumers have dealt with personal data breaches

Fri, 22nd May 2020
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A Kaspersky survey reveals 40% of APAC consumers have faced personal data breaches, with over half equally worried about physical and virtual safety.
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CrowdStrike expands Linux protection, adds machine learning prevention

Fri, 22nd May 2020
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CrowdStrike says its solution delivers proven breach prevention and visibility from its cloud-delivered platform via a single lightweight agent.
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FireEye revamps its flagship anti-malware solution

Thu, 21st May 2020
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The Endpoint Security solution has received several enhancements, including the availability of several new modules for protection, investigation and response.
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76% of execs losing sleep over being the next high-profile breach

Wed, 20th May 2020
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Headline-grabbing security breaches of high-profile enterprises are becoming more common, fuelling the anxieties of business leaders who hope they're not next.
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Sophos and Arcserve bolster alliance with two new solutions

Wed, 20th May 2020
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The new solutions combine anti-ransomware and other threat-protection tech with immutable backup and disaster recovery capabilities.
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Interview: Mimecast channel director on new partner programme and consolidation in the channel

Wed, 20th May 2020
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Mimecast's channel director outlines a revamped partner programme designed to tackle 2020's growing cybersecurity threats and industry consolidation.
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Kaspersky launches security assessment training program

Tue, 19th May 2020
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Kaspersky's new Cyber Capacity Building Program offers training in IT infrastructure security assessment, debuting for government and academia in Q3 at no cost.