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Cyber criminals exploiting coronavirus fears

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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Cyber criminals are exploiting fears surrounding the current outbreak of coronavirus in an attempt to launch theft malware.
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Why 5G and AI will determine cybersecurity strategy for the next decade

Mon, 8th Jul 2019
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5G and AI are poised to reshape cybersecurity strategies for the next decade, warn experts from BI.ZONE and the World Economic Forum.
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Don't let fear win: saying no to ransomware

Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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Databarracks urges businesses to adopt a non-negotiation stance against ransomware attacks, citing Radiohead's defiance as an inspiring example.
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AI could be the key to ending cybercrime

Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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Over the last few years, the world has seen a steady and increasing flow of high profile data breaches hitting the headlines...
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Working in the cyber security industry

Wed, 16th Nov 2016
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Diving into cyber security careers, industry experts reveal the skills needed to fight cybercrime and the dynamic nature of this ever-evolving field.
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No more ransom - stopping ransomware on a global scale

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Europol, Intel Security and Kapersky Lab create No More Ransom to help victims of ransomware recover their data.
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Cyber crims ditch financial markets, set sights on retail sector

Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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Retail sector now the most targeted by cyber criminals, surpassing finance sector, according to NTT 2016 Global Threat Intelligence Report.
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Aussie Government urges business to take action against cyber threats

Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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Australian businesses are falling behind in cyber security, leaving them vulnerable to cyber criminals, according to Deloitte.
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Watch out, there's a new breed of cyber criminal in town

Tue, 12th Apr 2016
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A new class of professional cyber criminals has emerged, adopting corporate practices to increase the efficiency of their attacks.
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The next generation of APTs: Highly successful but surprisingly simple

Mon, 21st Mar 2016
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The number and reach of cyber threats continues to grow, and, contrary to popular belief, even highly effective attacks can be very unsophisticated.
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Mobile malware at an all-time high

Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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The volume of new mobile malware tripled in 2015, with attacks becoming more complex and targeted, according to Kaspersky Lab.
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Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?

Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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As digital devices become a staple of people's every day lives, personal and private information is increasingly at risk.
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Behind the scenes of cyber crime

Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.
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DDoS suspicions run rampant in enterprise space

Tue, 15th Dec 2015
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A number of companies have accused their competitors of staging Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks against them, according to new research.
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'Alarming' malware activity up 75%

Mon, 23rd Nov 2015
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Soaring exploit kit use sees malware surge by 75%, as cybercriminals target users with automated attacks, Infoblox's DNS Threat Index reveals.
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What can I.T. departments do in 2012 to mitigate security risks?

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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As another year begins, now is the time for IT departments to look at how they can best mitigate security risks.