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Stripe's new 'caller ID' machine learning platform is tackling online fraud - and making card payments safer
Fri, 21st Oct 2016
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commerce systems
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ai
Radar works by using algorithms to detect patterns and instances of likely fraud. As it learns, its defences become more powerful over time.
Ransomware-hit businesses have bigger problems than they realise, expert says
Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Palo Alto Networks warns businesses hit by ransomware attacks to consider a full security audit to avoid further risks and damage.
The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds
Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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uc
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vpns
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wireless networks
In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.
Unisys unveils 'critical component' for safe cities initiative
Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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iot
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unisys
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public sector
Unisys launches Digital Investigator, an information management system that aids law enforcement in sharing intelligence.
Australian organisations popular targets for newly discovered trojan
Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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hcm
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symantec
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payroll systems
Symantec says these attacks are extremely focused on companies operating in the banking, securities, trading, and payroll sectors.
Arbor Networks & Jigsaw boost digital details in DDoS attack map
Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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ddos
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arbor networks
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alphabet
Arbor Networks and Jigsaw, an incubator within Google's parent company Alphabet, have worked together to enhance a live DDoS digital threat map.
Flexera Software joins the ranks in ESET's Technology Alliance partner programme
Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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malware
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Flexera Software is now part of ESET's Technology Alliance, a partner programme designed to bring partners and customers together for IT security.
Kiwi cyber security firm launches awareness initiative for businesses
Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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cybersecurity
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cyber toa
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partners
Cyber Outreach brings real world cyber issues facing the workforce to life, and can be delivered to groups of up to 30 at a time.
Dimension Data takes a closer look at mobile workforces and cybersecurity
Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Enterprises are failing to attract talent due to cybersecurity risks posed by mobile workforces, says Dimension Data's latest white paper.
Email-based attacks by ransomware groups on the rise
Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware gangs escalate email attacks, employing WSF attachments to spread the Locky virus, reveals cybersecurity firm Symantec.
Office workers have 'no confidence' in their employer's ability to protect them from ransomware
Thu, 13th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Over 60% of office workers are in the dark about ransomware threats, eroding trust in employer's cyber defence strategies.
Ransomware exploit kits pose huge risk for unpatched organisations
Thu, 13th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware exploit kits are making it easier for attackers to target enterprises, because they're so simple to enact, Trend Micro warns.
Crypt888 ransomware evolving in an 'unusual' way, says AVG
Wed, 12th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Instead of evolving the strain's capabilities, Crypt888 developers instead experimented with languages and UIs, rather than changing the coding.
Providing threat support in a 'landscape that's constantly evolving'
Wed, 12th Oct 2016
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Juniper Networks has announced enhancements to its security portfolio to help organisations combat evolving threats.
Online credentials creating a gold mine for cyber attackers
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Nearly all top 1,000 firms suffer data leaks, feeding the cybercrime economy with a wealth of stolen online credentials.
Data center security market taking off, set to reach $15 billion
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cybersecurity
Amid rising cyber threats, the data center security market is poised to hit a robust $15 billion by 2024, Heka Reports says.
How to be the cat - not the mouse - in the fight against zero-day malware
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Zero-day malware mutations can spell disaster for networks, as they can often get in completely undetected by traditional security protection.
Ransomware: Expert advice on how to keep safe and secure
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Paying criminals is never a good idea, even when it seems expedient. Ransomware authors are under no obligation to give you back what you pay.
iOS 10 & MacOS Sierra abandon PPTP VPN; focus on better encryption
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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vpns
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encryption
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ios
It seems that iOS 10 and macOS Sierra users can't use PPTP VPNs, after it was discovered that the new systems no longer support older security.
What to choose: Better data, or better algorithms?
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
In the digital arms race, is it better data or smarter algorithms that give the edge in detecting cyber threats? The debate continues.