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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Vectra AI?
Ransomware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Vectra AI?

TechDay interviews Vectra AI head of security engineering, Chris Fisher, to discuss their cybersecurity solutions and operations in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Sep 2020
Five security challenges for the Enterprise of Things
Internet of Things

Five security challenges for the Enterprise of Things

The explosion of unmanaged devices on enterprise networks poses a significant risk for businesses, requiring robust security measures.

By Rohan Langdon • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Sep 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Bitglass?
Data Protection

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Bitglass?

Bitglass senior director of marketing, Jonathan Andresen, discusses insider attacks and best cybersecurity solutions.

By Nick Forrester • 1 min read • Tue, 29th Sep 2020
Just one click – that's all it takes to let in cyber-crime
Malware

Just one click – that's all it takes to let in cyber-crime

Organizations can never fully train users to avoid clicking on malicious links, so ICE solutions are key to minimizing risk.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020
Why it's essential to re-write IT security for the cloud era
Cloud Security

Why it's essential to re-write IT security for the cloud era

Cloud era shifts IT focus: Workforce mobility reshapes security strategies, perimeters redefine as digital transformation takes command.

By Anurag Kahol • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is CrowdStrike?
Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is CrowdStrike?

CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, discusses its key products and offerings in an interview with TechDay. Find out more.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2020
75% of IT execs 'worried' about being targeted in cyber-attack
Partner Programmes

75% of IT execs 'worried' about being targeted in cyber-attack

Over 75% of IT execs fear a cyber-attack within the next six months, prompting 91% of SMBs to consider switching IT providers, according to ConnectWise.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Sep 2020
Revealed: The behaviours exhibited by the most effective CISOs
Cybersecurity

Revealed: The behaviours exhibited by the most effective CISOs

Only 12% of CISOs excel in all four categories of Gartner's CISO Effectiveness Index, according to new research.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Sep 2020
Report: 151% increase in DDoS attacks compared to 2019
Cybersecurity

Report: 151% increase in DDoS attacks compared to 2019

DDoS attacks have surged by 151% in 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic increasing security risks and reliance on cloud technology, says Neustar's report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2020
Check Point acquires Odo Security to bolster remote security offering
Hybrid & Remote Work

Check Point acquires Odo Security to bolster remote security offering

Check Point Software has acquired cloud-based remote security company Odo Security for an estimated $30m, enhancing its remote security capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2020
Exabeam and Code42 partner up to launch insider threat solution
Cybersecurity

Exabeam and Code42 partner up to launch insider threat solution

Exabeam and Code42 have partnered to offer a joint solution to help security teams detect and reduce risks from insider attacks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The benefits of converged cloud security
Data Protection

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The benefits of converged cloud security

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams features Forcepoint's Matthew Bant, discussing the benefits of cloud security and pandemic challenges.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2020
How security awareness training can safeguard companies from cyber-attacks
Cybersecurity

How security awareness training can safeguard companies from cyber-attacks

Cybersecurity incidents are increasing, but many companies fail to provide security awareness training, leaving employees vulnerable to attacks.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Sep 2020
The guide to digital security in unstable times
Multi-cloud

The guide to digital security in unstable times

An increase in vulnerability across different sectors has meant that 2020 has seen more than its fair share of cybersecurity incidents.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Sep 2020
Plugging the gaps: Australian organisations are leaving their defence barriers wide open
Malware

Plugging the gaps: Australian organisations are leaving their defence barriers wide open

Cybercriminals are are walking through the gaping holes in Australia's organisational defences – gaps that leadership teams don't even realise are there.

By Joseph Failla • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Sep 2020
CyberCX acquires Kiwi company Insomnia Security as part of expansion into NZ
Customer Experience

CyberCX acquires Kiwi company Insomnia Security as part of expansion into NZ

CyberCX has acquired cybersecurity firm Insomnia Security as part of its plan to become a leading player in New Zealand's security market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Sep 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Cybersafety stories

NortonLifeLock introduces dark web monitoring to its security suite
Malware

NortonLifeLock introduces dark web monitoring to its security suite

NortonLifeLock launches dark web monitoring service in New Zealand, aiming to protect users' personal information and devices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2020
Why securing IoT installations will be 'do or die' in post-pandemic Australia
Internet of Things

Why securing IoT installations will be 'do or die' in post-pandemic Australia

Digital transformation boom predicted for Australian enterprises in 2021 as IoT technology becomes key to recovery.

By Glen Maloney • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2020