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KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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The interactive, on-demand and computer-based training covers high-risk topics and how you can identify red flags in your system.
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Blue Coat enhances its security analytics tool kit

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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Blue Coat enhances Security Analytics with anomaly detection and support for SCADA environments to improve incident response.
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Kaspersky Labs offers $50,000 'bug bounty' to security researchers

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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security vulnerabilities
Security researchers Kaspersky Lab & bug bounty platform Hacker One are co-launching a Bug Bounty Program that offers $50,000 to security researchers.
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Trend Micro helps INTERPOL bring down notorious Nigerian cybercriminal

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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Trend Micro has helped INTERPOL catch the leader of a Nigerian cyber criminal ring, responsible for up to $60 million in losses from BEC scams.
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Heard of Jackware? When connected cars meet ransomware

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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I define jackware as malicious software that seeks to take control of a device, the purpose of which is not data processing or digital communications.
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BHSI & Symantec team up to provide enterprise cyber liability insurance

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
BHSI and Symantec are teaming up to provide cyber liability insurance to enterprise policyholders who want cover in breach emergencies.
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PowerWare ransomware imitates locky malware family

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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PoshCoder has been encrypting files with PowerShell since 2014, and the new variant named PowerWare was reported in March 2016.
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A warning from Zscaler - don't drop your security baton this olympics

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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With the Olympics on the horizon, a strong warning has been issued for organizations by Zscaler to refocus their security efforts.
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Can you detect advanced threats with just Flows/IPFIX?

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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network security
Do we have enough data to detect an advanced threat? Let's have a discussion on the usefulness of netflow-type data.
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BlackBerry offers secure apps via Microsoft's Azure Cloud

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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public cloud
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cloud services
BlackBerry's Good Dynamics Secure Mobility Platform can now be installed through Microsoft Azure to mobilise business apps.
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Skills shortage in cyber security a global issue, report says

Fri, 29th Jul 2016
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Intel Security and CSIS release report on global shortage of cyber security talent, blaming it for measurable damage to organisations.
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High levels of cyber attacks driving privileged identity management sector

Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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Increasing cyber attacks are driving demand for global privileged identity management, with the market predicted to grow by 20% by 2020.
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ESET picks up 95th VB100 award for NOD32 Antivirus

Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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The independent testing authority published its first comparative review of business and consumer products on Windows 10 Pro 64-bit.
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Asustor combats security vulnerabilities with latest upgrades

Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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Asustor enhances security with ADM 2.6.3, introducing two-step verification and updated SAMBA, OpenSSL versions.
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Sophos Wireless helps partners simplify Wi-Fi protection

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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network security
Sophos has just introduced its first cloud-based solution for the protection and management of wireless networks.
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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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Unisys Stealth solution announces NSA certification

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Unisys Stealth has been accredited with the 'exclusive' NIAP certification, as well as the NSA's Commercial Solutions for Classified program.
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Unisys makes global waves in the IT security industry

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Unisys strengthens its IT security software leadership with new milestones, including US federal approval and partnership expansions.
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Minimize risk with Xura's advanced security solution

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Xura's latest enhancements to its signaling security solutions are set to go broader, deeper and faster into the network.
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Cyberattacks skyrocket: Arbor releases global DDoS attack data for 1H 2016

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Arbor Networks recently released global DDoS attack data for the first six months of 2016 that paints a pretty grim picture.