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Kiwi Stories

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Kiwis know security is important, but they're not doing much about it
Endpoint Protection

Kiwis know security is important, but they're not doing much about it

Despite high awareness of online threats, a Kantar TNS survey finds many New Zealanders neglect basic security measures like using antivirus software.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2019
Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information

Weak account settings and careless clicks can expose personal data, let criminals impersonate you and compromise linked services.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2019
Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information

Simple checks can stop account takeovers and phishing, from stronger passwords and two-factor authentication to encrypted connections and attachments.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Jan 2019
CERT NZ highlights rise of unauthorised access incidents
Malware

CERT NZ highlights rise of unauthorised access incidents

CERT NZ's Q3 report shows an alarming 35% rise in financial losses from cyber incidents, now at NZD $2.9 million, with unauthorised access up by 28%.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Dec 2018

Global Stories

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Is the pain of resetting passwords finally over?
Microsoft

Is the pain of resetting passwords finally over?

Microsoft has declared that constantly resetting passwords is outdated and potentially makes users more vulnerable to hacking.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2019
Google 'will do better' after G Suite passwords exposed since 2005
Cybersecurity

Google 'will do better' after G Suite passwords exposed since 2005

Fourteen years is a long time for sensitive information like usernames and passwords to be sitting ducks, unencrypted and at risk of theft and corruption.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2019
SolarWinds adds password management to security portfolio
Identity and Access Management

SolarWinds adds password management to security portfolio

SolarWinds expands its IT security portfolio with the new Passportal suite, offering unified password and privileged client knowledge management tools for MSPs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2019
Expert offers password tips to aid a stress-free sleep
Multi-factor authentication

Expert offers password tips to aid a stress-free sleep

For many cybersecurity professionals, the worries of the day often crawl into night-time routines - LogMeIn says better password practices can help.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2019
Use a password manager? New study reveals it may be worse than useless
Cybersecurity

Use a password manager? New study reveals it may be worse than useless

The study finds using a number of the top password managers is no better than putting your passwords in a text file and saving it to your desktop.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
Expert comment: What the Collection #2-5 data dump means for credential abuse
Multi-factor authentication

Expert comment: What the Collection #2-5 data dump means for credential abuse

TechDay spoke to experts and executives in the security industry about the data leak and the implications on phishing and credential stuffing.

By Kai Ping Lew • 6 min read • Mon, 4th Feb 2019
Yubico report reveals troubling password behaviour
Identity and Access Management

Yubico report reveals troubling password behaviour

Some shocking results include that 57% of respondents who have experienced a phishing attack have not changed their password behaviours.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2019
Experts comment on record 772mil-user data breach
Cloud Access Security Broker

Experts comment on record 772mil-user data breach

Largest ever database of breached login details leaked on dark web, containing over a billion unique combinations of email addresses and passwords.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Jan 2019
How protecting critical infrastructure starts with securing social media
Identity and Access Management

How protecting critical infrastructure starts with securing social media

Erroneous alerts regarding potential missile strikes that caused civil disruption in Hawaii and Japan in recent history.

By Shay Nahari • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Jan 2019
Dell.com customers urged to change passwords after breach
Network Infrastructure

Dell.com customers urged to change passwords after breach

Dell is asking all of its Dell.com customers to change their passwords after it detected 'unauthorised activity' on its network earlier this month.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Nov 2018
Interview: RSA's Craig Dore on the basics of MFA
Multi-factor authentication

Interview: RSA's Craig Dore on the basics of MFA

A good MFA solution would cover access for both types of applications, and enable access for both employees and third parties such as contractors.

By Sara Barker • 8 min read • Mon, 15th Oct 2018

Stories from Other Regions

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Exclusive: Three access management learnings from 2018
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: Three access management learnings from 2018

There was a renewed global response to data security in 2018, placing pressure on organisations to assume more responsibility for the data they hold.

By Serkan Cetin • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2018
How to combat human error in cyber risks
Endpoint Protection

How to combat human error in cyber risks

Over a third of Aussie firms suffer data breaches due to staff errors, underlining dire need for cybersecurity training.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Nov 2018