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Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand

A new Datacom survey reveals a stark divide in cybersecurity confidence in New Zealand, with 71% of leaders confident in their staff, while only 51% of employees feel prepared.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester
Firewalls

Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester

Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats
Malware

Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats

Netflix's new series Zero Day highlights the real threat of zero-day vulnerabilities, emphasising the need for robust cybersecurity measures to prevent attacks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations
Data Protection

62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations

According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
Kaspersky acclaimed for OT cybersecurity innovation in Asia
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky acclaimed for OT cybersecurity innovation in Asia

Kaspersky has been praised by VDC Research for its significant role in the Operational Technology cybersecurity market, particularly in Asia and Europe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025
Malware

Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025

Red Canary's 2025 Threat Detection Report reveals alarming trends in cybersecurity, with identity attacks quadrupling and new malware techniques emerging.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security
Malware

Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security

ClickFix attacks, leveraging human error over software flaws, are now a dominant threat to enterprises, outpacing existing security measures.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Google's USD $32B Wiz acquisition sparks concerns over cloud security neutrality
Data Protection

Google's USD $32B Wiz acquisition sparks concerns over cloud security neutrality

Google's acquisition of Wiz for USD $32 billion has raised concerns about cloud security neutrality, potentially compromising the firm's independence and its customers' trust.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Orange Cyberdefense earns global recognition for XSIAM
Firewalls

Orange Cyberdefense earns global recognition for XSIAM

Orange Cyberdefense has gained global recognition for its cybersecurity solutions, earning the prestigious Cortex XSIAM Select Specialisation Status from Palo Alto Networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap
Unified Communications

Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap

Red Alpha Cybersecurity appoints Mr Pang Tzer Yeu as CISO-in-Residence to address Singapore's shortage of nearly 4,000 cybersecurity professionals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Five ways worker demands are changing - and how technology can keep up
Digital Transformation

Five ways worker demands are changing - and how technology can keep up

As worker demands transform, the ASUS ExpertBook P5 emerges as the solution to support modern productivity and flexibility in an evolving workplace.

By Emma Ou • 6 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report
Firewalls

Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report

A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Spike in remote ransomware attacks reported by Sophos
Malware

Spike in remote ransomware attacks reported by Sophos

Sophos has reported a staggering 141% rise in remote ransomware attacks since 2022, highlighting the urgent need for businesses to bolster cybersecurity measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
Malware

Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore

Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Kaseya unveils AI tools to boost MSP efficiency & security
Cloud Security

Kaseya unveils AI tools to boost MSP efficiency & security

Kaseya has launched new AI-driven tools to help managed service providers in Australia tackle security and efficiency challenges amid rising cybersecurity gaps.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Westcon-Comstor & Claroty join forces for ASEAN security
Internet of Things

Westcon-Comstor & Claroty join forces for ASEAN security

Westcon-Comstor has forged a strategic alliance with Claroty to boost cyber-physical systems security across ASEAN, safeguarding crucial infrastructure in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Australian Computer Society launches AI cybersecurity tool
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian Computer Society launches AI cybersecurity tool

The Australian Computer Society and Cyberknowledge have teamed up to launch an AI-driven platform in April 2025, enhancing cybersecurity for SMBs across Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025