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Malaysians urged to watch out for clickbait and 'fake news' as election season approaches
Phishing

Malaysians urged to watch out for clickbait and 'fake news' as election season approaches

Quann Malaysia is warning Malaysians to be vigilant and watch for clickbait phishing links as the 14th Malaysian General Elections get closer.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Mar 2018
STUDY: How security managers protect data in public and private clouds
Private Cloud

STUDY: How security managers protect data in public and private clouds

More data is being stored in the cloud, where IT departments have less control over it – and this trend is only set to continue.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Mar 2018
iPhone unlockers set a dangerous precedent for abuse, says security expert
Encryption

iPhone unlockers set a dangerous precedent for abuse, says security expert

Apple's attempts to prevent iPhone unlocking have been circumvented by a third-party provider, potentially giving law enforcement access to sensitive data.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Mar 2018
Report finds legacy cybersecurity a cinch for modern cybercrime
Malware

Report finds legacy cybersecurity a cinch for modern cybercrime

Data collected in 2017 shows that attacks like ransomware and cryptojacking are easily bypassing legacy security solutions due to lax businesses.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Mar 2018
Tech Data brings Lightspeed Systems to ANZ with new distie deal
EduTech

Tech Data brings Lightspeed Systems to ANZ with new distie deal

Lightspeed Systems is an education technology provider that partners with schools to deliver mobility and management solution programs.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
CSA chief David Koh recognised for contributions to Singapore's cybersecurity prowess
Cybersecurity

CSA chief David Koh recognised for contributions to Singapore's cybersecurity prowess

David Koh, chief of CSA, honoured with Billington CyberSecurity International Leadership Award for pioneering Singapore's cybersecurity advancements.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
Baidu backs Seagate's new hard drive for hyperscale data centers
Hyperscale

Baidu backs Seagate's new hard drive for hyperscale data centers

Baidu has endorsed Seagate's latest 14TB Exos X14 drive, designed to enhance performance and capacity in hyperscale data centres amidst soaring data growth.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018
The next major DDoS battleground: DNSSEC a 'significant new risk'
Distributed Denial of Service

The next major DDoS battleground: DNSSEC a 'significant new risk'

DDoS attacks using amplification to increase severity rose 110% in Q4 2017, with DNSSEC to blame for the surge, according to Nexusguard's Q4 2017 Threat Report.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018
Kiwi startup DROPIT's live auctions to feature at Formula One Grand Prix
Cloud Services

Kiwi startup DROPIT's live auctions to feature at Formula One Grand Prix

DROPIT is an interactive, fan engagement app connecting sponsors and teams with their fans during drop auctions.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018
APEC says there's a balance between privacy and data flow for digital trade
Data Privacy

APEC says there's a balance between privacy and data flow for digital trade

The future of trade will balance eCommerce and consumer protection, says APEC. It highlights challenges in dealing with data protection.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Mar 2018
Businesses confident about their 'cyber resilience' - but 77% don't have an incident response plan
Breach Prevention

Businesses confident about their 'cyber resilience' - but 77% don't have an incident response plan

Most organisations lack a formal cybersecurity incident response plan, but feel more cyber resilient than last year, according to a study by IBM and Ponemon.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018
Decrypted: Phantom Secure takedown a 'significant blow' against Australia's organised crime networks
Encryption

Decrypted: Phantom Secure takedown a 'significant blow' against Australia's organised crime networks

Australian, US and Canadian law enforcement agencies collaborate to bust Canadian security firm providing encrypted communications to organised crime market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018
China cyberespionage group targets US maritime & engineering sectors
Malware

China cyberespionage group targets US maritime & engineering sectors

A China-based cyberespionage group may be targeting United States engineering and maritime industries tied up in activities about the South China Sea.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018
DJI implements no-fly zones during ASEAN-Australia Special Summit
Drones

DJI implements no-fly zones during ASEAN-Australia Special Summit

The temporary no-fly zones will help reduce the likelihood of drone operators inadvertently entering sensitive areas.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Mar 2018
'MuddyWater' threat campaign targeting Central Asia & Middle East
Malware

'MuddyWater' threat campaign targeting Central Asia & Middle East

A resurgence of last year's 'MuddyWater' threat campaign may be targeting organizations in Pakistan, Turkey and Tajikistan.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Mar 2018
The VW Bus is back, and it's gone green
Cartech

The VW Bus is back, and it's gone green

Volkswagen to release production version of I.D. Buzz concept electric vehicle in 2022 following popular demand. #EVs #Volkswagen.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Mar 2018
NEC AU announces channel programme just for Kiwi partners
Unified Communications

NEC AU announces channel programme just for Kiwi partners

NEC Australia has rolled out a new partner programme for NZ to help selected NEC UC integrators to deliver a better experience to end-users.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Mar 2018
US healthcare workers willing to sell confidential data for as little as $500
Data Protection

US healthcare workers willing to sell confidential data for as little as $500

The survey found that 18% of the 912 respondents would be willing to sell confidential data for between $500-$1000 - and they have the means to do so.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Mar 2018

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