Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) stories - Page 21
Secure your router: How to help prevent the next internet takedown
Wed, 16th Nov 2016
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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router
Someone recently asked me if we shouldn't adopt a new name for the Internet of Things (IoT) because the existing term is too vague.
How a Microsoft Edge hole spread 'malvertising' & stayed off the radar
Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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microsoft
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trend micro
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microsoft edge
Proofpoint and Trend Micro have discovered a large-scale 'malvertising' campaign through Microsoft Edge, enacted by threat actors known as AdGholas.
Check Point says beware of the Trident Exploits on iOS
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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apple
UAE activist targeted by 'Trident' - a trio of zero-day iOS exploits enabling total device control, discovered by Toronto researchers.
New Sofacy attacks against US government agency
Wed, 15th Jun 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Recently, Unit 42 identified a spear phishing e-mail from the Sofacy group that targeted the United States government - here is a rundown.
Danti: Destroying your data through one unpatched exploit
Tue, 31st May 2016
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hackers
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danti
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cve-2545 exploit
Danti is one of the newest and most dangerous groups of hackers taking advantage of a dangerous exploit that can gain access to IT systems and infect.
Adobe warns of Flash zero-day vulnerability, being actively exploited by online criminals
Tue, 17th May 2016
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cybersecurity
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opinion
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flash player
As I write this, if you're running Adobe Flash on your Windows, Mac, Linux or Chrome OS computer you're potentially at risk.
IDEAStarter competition urges Kiwi youth to turn ideas into action
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The IDEAStarter competition is back, encouraging young Auckland entrepreneurs to turn their business ideas into reality.
Vulnerable system the root cause of security issues, experts say
Thu, 17th Mar 2016
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flexera
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enterprise security
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cve
The breadth of the problem illustrates the challenge faced by IT teams trying to protect their environment against security breaches.
The surprisingly scary patterns revealed in hack attacks
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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software development
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hackers
When analysing multi-attack campaigns against industrial and government interests, patterns emerge. Scary patterns.
Are you prepared for today's sophisticated cyber threats?
Tue, 29th Sep 2015
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edutech
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data protection
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data analytics
With the threat landscape has fundamentally changing, it's more important than ever for businesses to educate their employees.
Time-to-detection key to prevent sophisticated cyberattacks
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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martech
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Organisations must reduce the time to detection to remediate against sophisticated cyber attacks, according to new findings from Cisco.
Vulnerable mobile apps 'just waiting to be exploited'
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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devops
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encryption
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apm
Hackers target weak mobile apps, with AVG's CTO warning they're ripe for data theft and urging developers and stores to tighten security.
Outdated Java software #1 problem for Kiwis online
Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
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malware
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martech
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cybersecurity
Failing to update Java software is the number one cause of privacy and security breaches online in New Zealand.
Are vulnerabilities really a risk or simply hype?
Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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cybersecurity
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heartbleed
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gfi software
Vulnerabilities are the talk of the town lately but you sometimes wonder 'is there really any substance to these reports, or it is hype?'.
Heartbleed Bug: What have we learned so far...?
Tue, 15th Apr 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
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apple
Most popular websites are no longer vulnerable to #Heartbleed, says monitoring study. Change passwords now. Experts say the worst is over.
Top Valentine's Day security threats...
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
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email
Valentine's Day cyber threats soar as last-minute shoppers fall victim to online scams and malware, experts warn of increased vulnerability.
Java security concerns not over yet
Thu, 17th Jan 2013
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malware
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martech
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cybersecurity
The recently discovered vulnerability has been finally patched by Oracle, but exploitation continues on computers that have not been updated.
SonicWall tackles BYOD at Auckland event this Thursday
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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byod
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sonicwall
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mobility
SonicWall invites ICT managers to discuss BYOD and security trends at its Auckland seminar this Thursday. Key insights from industry expert Florian Malecki.
Sasfis Botnet variants multiplying according to latest Fortinet report
Tue, 3rd Aug 2010
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet report reveals a surge in Sasfis botnet variants, evolving to spam users with fake invoices and Facebook links.
Fortinet June Threat Landscape Report Shows New Variations of Sasfis Botnet
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet reveals new Sasfis botnet variations, escalating cyber threats in their June report, showcasing the evolving malware landscape.