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Number of malicious emails soars 85% from previous quarter
Malware

Number of malicious emails soars 85% from previous quarter

Proofpoint has released the findings from its massive Quarterly Threat Report – some of which are astonishing.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2017
How to simplify your network's security through one platform
Firewalls

How to simplify your network's security through one platform

Simplify your network security with closed-loop solutions, handle mobile workforces, IoT, and the cloud. Experts say it's vital as attack surfaces grow.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Study says unknown malware is the biggest threat to security professionals
Malware

Study says unknown malware is the biggest threat to security professionals

Unknown malware has emerged as the top threat for IT and InfoSec professionals, affecting 35% over the last two years, according to Cylance's ESG report.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Endpoint, IAM and managed services among winners in soaring security spend market
Endpoint Protection

Endpoint, IAM and managed services among winners in soaring security spend market

Endpoint security IAM and vulnerability management are set to dominate security software spend this year as overall security spend jumps 10.3%.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017
Node4 unveils significantly revamped cybersecurity portfolio
Firewalls

Node4 unveils significantly revamped cybersecurity portfolio

The new offering provides a complete view of all security layers as well as features such as AI and threat intelligence.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2017
McAfee CEO reveals his view of cybersecurity's future at MPOWER
Cloud Access Security Broker

McAfee CEO reveals his view of cybersecurity's future at MPOWER

McAfee MPOWER conference in Las Vegas focuses on the future of cybersecurity and the need for talent efficiency.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2017
Industry experts weigh in on getting ready for GDPR
Data Protection

Industry experts weigh in on getting ready for GDPR

A recent worrying survey found that only 3 in every 10 UK businesses have started preparing for the GDPR - seven experts have provided their insights.

By Ashton Young • 6 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2017
IT security increasingly becoming a board-level issue
Partner Programmes

IT security increasingly becoming a board-level issue

Daniel Crnkovic, Content Security general manager talks about the changing business attitudes surrounding IT cybersecurity.

By Daniel Crnkovic • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2017
Interview: Know your enemy - MapR talks big data and DDoS prevention
Data Analytics

Interview: Know your enemy - MapR talks big data and DDoS prevention

We spoke to Steve Nunez about Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks and how big data is helping to fend them off.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
INTERPOL & BT sign landmark data exchange agreement to combat cybercrime
Distributed Denial of Service

INTERPOL & BT sign landmark data exchange agreement to combat cybercrime

INTERPOL and BT reach data sharing agreement to combat cybercrime worldwide. BT will provide threat insights to help Interpol take action.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017
Apple's EFI firmware updates leave systems vulnerable
Apple

Apple's EFI firmware updates leave systems vulnerable

Duo Security's study finds troubling gaps in Apple's EFI firmware updates, leaving many Macs exposed to potential sophisticated cyber threats.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2017
Level 3 extends firewall service to APAC and Africa customers
Malware

Level 3 extends firewall service to APAC and Africa customers

Level 3 Communications ramps up its global defense, launching advanced firewall services in Asia Pacific and Africa to combat cyber threats.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
Exclusive Networks ramps up security offering with Singapore lab
Cybersecurity

Exclusive Networks ramps up security offering with Singapore lab

Exclusive Networks has opened a Cyber Attack Remediation Mitigation Lab in Singapore to provide interactive training for resellers and customers.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Threat Landscape stories

Understanding post-breach threat detection in the digital era
Firewalls

Understanding post-breach threat detection in the digital era

Cyber security is the top concern for businesses in Southeast Asia as the region becomes the top target for cyber attackers, according to a report by Mandiant.

By Francis Teo • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Exclusive: Duo business booms on back of heightened security demand
Endpoint Protection

Exclusive: Duo business booms on back of heightened security demand

Kiwi distributor Duo is logging triple digit growth as demand for security soars. So how can resellers capitalise on the booming security market?.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2017
VeloCloud aims to enable the retail revolution
Hyperscale

VeloCloud aims to enable the retail revolution

VeloCloud's SD-WAN technology helps retailers tackle digital transformation challenges, delivering seamless customer experiences in-store and online.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2017
Dodging bullets: Australia's top malware threats according to Microsoft
Malware

Dodging bullets: Australia's top malware threats according to Microsoft

Australia is dodging many dangerous malware variants that are causing trouble around the globe, according to Microsoft's Security Intelligence report.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2017
NZ fares well in Microsoft's Security Intelligence Report - but threats still lurk
Malware

NZ fares well in Microsoft's Security Intelligence Report - but threats still lurk

Microsoft's latest Security Intelligence Report has shown that New Zealand has fared relatively well in avoiding malware.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017