Cyber attacks stories - Page 42
An expert's take on the state of ransomware today
Wed, 8th Aug 2018
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
One of the biggest challenges in the fight against ransomware is that there are thousands of variants; tiny pieces of code used over and over again.
Carbon Black claims there's a link between geopolitics and cyberterrorism
Wed, 25th Jul 2018
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carbon black
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cyber espionage
China, North Korea, and Russia are operationalising and supporting advanced cyber militias, says Carbon Black report.
Mega users affected by credential stuffing attack; 15,000 affected
Thu, 19th Jul 2018
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iam
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Data breach at Mega exposes 15,000 users' login details due to reused passwords and credential stuffing attacks.
Singapore CSA looks back at 2017's most rampant cyber threats
Wed, 20th Jun 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Singapore's Cyber Security Agency highlights a surge in disruption-focused cyber threats in 2017, urging stronger defences amid rising cybercrime cases.
Interview: State-sponsored cyber attacks - it's not about the 'who', but the 'how'
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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cybersecurity
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juniper networks
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nz government
With every major cyber attack comes the question of who exactly was behind it - and if that attack was condoned or even sponsored by nation-states.
Cybersecurity guidance for board members: how to tell if your organisation is a breach target
Thu, 24th May 2018
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ai security
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risk & compliance
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Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, leadership from the board has never been higher or a more pressing priority.
Android malware used to target North Korean defectors
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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smartphones
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malware
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casb
A malware called RedDawn used Google Play to apparently target North Korean defectors, according to security firm McAfee.
Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore most cyber-resilient APAC nations
Thu, 17th May 2018
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risk & compliance
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cyber attacks
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data resilience
Cyber attacks can have an impact on stalled operations, disrupted supply chains, class-action lawsuits, and permanent brand damage.
APAC to lead market growth in botnet detection solutions and services
Tue, 15th May 2018
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ddos
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Asia Pacific will experience a 36% CAGR for botnet detection solutions and services, exceeding growth rates in North America and Europe.
The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now in action
Mon, 14th May 2018
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soc
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cybersecurity
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australian government
The Australia-backed Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now live, uniting cybersecurity teams from 14 Pacific nations to bolster regional security.
CERT NZ honoured to chair new Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network
Mon, 14th May 2018
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soc
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cybersecurity
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CERT NZ says it is a ‘huge honour’ to be voted in as the Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network’s inaugural chair.
Waikato Uni researcher travels to NATO's cybersecurity hub
Thu, 10th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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university of waikato
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cyber attacks
University of Waikato lecturer examines NATO's approach to deterring cyber attacks, highlighting the need for international norms and cyber resilience.
Cyberattacks imminent for Western businesses due to Trump’s actions
Thu, 10th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
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trump
Trump's decision not to renew Iran sanction waivers puts Western businesses at risk of imminent, aggressive cyberattacks, warns Recorded Future.
Why your organisation now needs to worry about IPv6 attacks
Thu, 3rd May 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
As IPv6 adoption increases globally, a new threat landscape emerges. Organisations must urgently address the rising risks of IPv6-specific cyberattacks.
Cyber attackers still using oldest tricks in the book - yet they're still so good at hiding
Tue, 17th Apr 2018
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malware
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iot
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email security
Attackers are swift to ramp up the volume of attempts to break through defences once they find an effective technique.
Gen V cyber attacks are here, but most firms are 10 years behind, says Check Point
Fri, 13th Apr 2018
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breach prevention
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cyber attacks
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check point software
Security vendor Check Point believes that the age of Gen V cyber threats is now upon us, but organisations’ security defences are 10 years behind.
NZ pummelled by DDoS attacks during Memcached attack outbreaks
Wed, 11th Apr 2018
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ddos
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iaas
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arbor networks
New Zealand hit by increased DDoS attacks due to 'Memcached' vulnerabilities, with some attacks 25 times larger than last year.
Bank Negara Malaysia stops SWIFT fraud in its tracks
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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blockchain
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swift
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fraud
Falsified SWIFT messages were used to attempt unauthorized fund transfers, which were blocked through a collaborative effort.
AI-DAY: Using artificial intelligence to scam the scammers
Fri, 6th Apr 2018
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uc
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martech
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email security
Re:scam, an AI chatbot developed by Netsafe, is wasting scammers' time with endless questions to protect potential victims.
The 475-day siege: APAC firms' breach detection times are getting worse
Thu, 5th Apr 2018
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malware
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Asia Pacific organisations take over a year to detect cyber threats, the longest of any region, according to FireEye's M-Trends 2018 report.