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Daily QR scan scams phishing users on mobile devices
Phishing

Daily QR scan scams phishing users on mobile devices

Cybercriminals are increasingly using QR code phishing campaigns, according to the latest HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
8.4% CAGR for DNS security market between 2023 and 2033: FMI
Malware

8.4% CAGR for DNS security market between 2023 and 2033: FMI

According to Future Market Insights, the demand registered in the DNS security market will increase at a noteworthy CAGR of around 8.4% from 2023-2033.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2023
Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report
Phishing

Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report

DHL is the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, with scammers accounting for 22% of all attempts worldwide, warns a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2022
Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch D smart watch
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch D smart watch

The Huawei Watch D is a strong contender in the premium smart watch market, with innovative features and a sleek design.

By Tom Richmond • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2022
Hands-on Review: Norton Anti Track 19 software
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Norton Anti Track 19 software

Norton's AntiTrack 19 software offers users the chance to browse the internet anonymously, obscuring website cookies and fingerprinting attempts.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 5th May 2022
LinkedIn most imitated in global phishing attacks - report
Phishing

LinkedIn most imitated in global phishing attacks - report

Cybersecurity company Check Point Software says phishing attacks targeted towards LinkedIn jumped by 44% in 2022 Q1.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2022
VMware research shows employee surveillance could increase staff turnover
Virtualisation

VMware research shows employee surveillance could increase staff turnover

Increase in remote monitoring threatens employee performance & trust in new hybrid working models, says VMware study.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Nov 2021
Remote employee surveillance is dangerous territory
Surveillance

Remote employee surveillance is dangerous territory

Electric monitoring of home workers by companies is rising rapidly with more bosses using software to monitor remote workers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2021
Despite rising security budgets, businesses still paying ransom - report
Malware

Despite rising security budgets, businesses still paying ransom - report

The way cybercriminals use and manipulate ransomware in an effort to extract money from businesses has changed.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
Juniper Networks unveils Cloud Workload Protection to defend application workloads
Application Security

Juniper Networks unveils Cloud Workload Protection to defend application workloads

Juniper Networks launches Juniper Cloud Workload Protection to automatically defend application workloads in any cloud or data center.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2021
Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts
Phishing

Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts

Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2021
With death of third-party cookies on horizon, Adobe provides marketers with alternative
Data Analytics

With death of third-party cookies on horizon, Adobe provides marketers with alternative

Adobe says adopting a first-party strategy, whereby quality, permission-based data is placed at the centre of customer engagements, is the future.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Apr 2021
Microsoft top targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020
Physical Security

Microsoft top targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020

Microsoft was the most targeted brand by cyber criminals in Q4 2020, as they tried to exploit remote working during the pandemic. DHL came second.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2021
Apple unveils new line of MacBooks and Mac mini, plus a new chip
Apple

Apple unveils new line of MacBooks and Mac mini, plus a new chip

Apple unveils new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini with their powerful M1 chip and improved performance.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2020
Why zero trust remote networking is key to thriving in the 'new normal' business world
Malware

Why zero trust remote networking is key to thriving in the 'new normal' business world

The shift to remote working has highlighted the need for secure infrastructure. Zero trust remote work can provide the solution.

By Anurag Kahol • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020
Spark removes data caps on wireless broadband
Unified Communications

Spark removes data caps on wireless broadband

Spark New Zealand offers uncapped wireless broadband for free, removing data caps on its Unplan Metro service.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Sep 2020
Google and Amazon overtake Apple as most imitated brands - Check Point
Phishing

Google and Amazon overtake Apple as most imitated brands - Check Point

Google and Amazon were the most imitated brands in phishing attempts for the second quarter of 2020, according to Check Point.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2020

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