IT for small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
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Opinion
06 Dec 2024
Six trends that will define cyber through to 2030
From Covid-19 to war in Ukraine, SolarWinds Sunburst, Kaseya, Log4j, MOVEit and more, the past five years brought cyber to mainstream attention, but what comes next? The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank looks ahead to the second half of the 2020s Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Dec 2024
How AI can help you attract, engage and retain the best talent in 2025
On the Fifth Day of AI, we explore how AI is reshaping HR – boosting productivity, addressing concerns, and preparing organisations for the future. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2016
Unlicensed software rife among Asean computer users, says BSA
The Asean region has the highest levels of unlicensed software use, according to the 2016 Global Software Survey from the Business Software Alliance (BSA) Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2016
Millions of sensitive IT services exposed to the internet, study finds
Encryption should become the default as study reveals millions of sensitive services are exposed to the internet, says Rapid7 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
26 May 2016
UK government details plans for National Cyber Security Centre
The objectives of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre are to address systemic vulnerabilities, reduce risks, respond to serious incidents and nurture national cyber security capability Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
25 May 2016
Digital Catapult creates open source permissions platform to track creative IP
The Digital Catapult innovation centre launches an open permissions platform to allow creatives to track where their content has been used Continue Reading
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News
19 May 2016
Lessons from LinkedIn data breach revelations
There are several important lessons to be learned from revelations about LinkedIn's 2012 data breach, say security experts Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
18 May 2016
Cyber espionage campaign targets Ukraine separatists
Security researchers discover a surveillance operation against separatists in Eastern Ukraine using spear phishing attacks to spread previously unknown malware Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
17 May 2016
Police set for better engagement with UK tech firms
The policing lead for digital investigation and intelligence says new structures will improve engagement and collaboration between the UK tech industry and police forces Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
13 May 2016
Time to shift information security focus away from prevention, says Swiss bank CISO
Organisations need a new approach which recognises security is “breakable”, according to Michael Meli Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
13 May 2016
10 key facts businesses need to note about the GDPR
With less than two years before the new EU data protection rules come into force, there are key areas businesses need to focus on to ensure they will be compliant Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
13 May 2016
Swift reports another Bangladesh central bank-style cyber attack
Global financial messaging organisation Swift warns of a highly adaptive cyber criminal campaign targeting banks with user credentials to submit transfer requests Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
12 May 2016
IAM central to Deutsche Bank’s digital transformation
Deutsche Bank is using a centralised identity and access management (IAM) system and an application program interface (API) architecture for digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
12 May 2016
CCS technology products framework to focus on quality, not cost
The Crown Commercial Service’s £4bn technology products and services framework opens up for SMEs and moves focus to quality rather than price Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2016
Ebay sellers demand better broadband and mobile
A study of SME sellers conducted by eBay in the UK finds that many feel held back by poor broadband and mobile coverage Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 May 2016
EE expands 4G roll-out with satellite backhaul
EE signs communications provider Avanti to use satellite capacity for mobile backhaul on its 4G network at a number of sites in the UK Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
06 May 2016
Ransomware emerges as a top cyber threat to business
Security researchers at Kasperky Lab and FireEye confirm that the upward trend of ransomware is continuing and has emerged as a top threat to business Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
05 May 2016
BT pledges to pass two million homes with FTTP by 2020
Telecoms giant ramps up rhetoric around ultrafast broadband following Ofcom’s criticism in its recent market review Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
04 May 2016
D-Day for GDPR is 25 May 2018
The European Parliament’s official publication of the General Data Protection Regulation means it will become enforceable on 25 May 2018 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
29 Apr 2016
Cyber security in Belgium will gain prominence after terror attacks
Belgium’s physical security has been branded inadequate, so how does the country’s cyber security measure up? Continue Reading
By- Stef Gyssels
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News
29 Apr 2016
Saudi Arabia could warm to cloud computing, so long as regulation and connectivity keep pace
One of the world’s biggest oil producers has responded to tumbling crude prices by announcing a $2tn war chest to fund an economic diversification strategy, with IT set to be a beneficiary Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2016
Disrupting IT in the Nordics, from banks to taxis
IT is dramatically changing traditional industry sectors in the Nordic region. Computer Weekly examines the transformation Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2016
Mobilising a workforce drives up performance and productivity
Mobile workers are also more creative, satisfied and loyal, says EIU study Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Apr 2016
IPv6 alone will not secure IoT, warns GE CISO
It is important for all users of the internet of things to understand what they are getting into with IPv6, and to be aware of the risks and myths, says GE CISO Hanns Proenen Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
27 Apr 2016
Singapore is second most cloud ready country in Asia-Pacific
Broadband quality, data privacy and pro-business regime makes Singapore the second most cloud ready country in the Apac region Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2016
Business failing to learn lessons of past cyber attacks, report shows
Organisations are still failing to address basic security issues and well-known attack methods, Verizon’s latest Data Breach Investigations Report reveals Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
25 Apr 2016
Indonesian internet users turn to smartphones to go online
Organisations with a cyber footprint in Indonesia must understand most internet users in the country access online content and services on smartphones Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2016
Employees’ use of personal devices puts firms at risk of malware infection, says report
Downloaders care about their own security while grabbing pirated content, not that of their employers Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Apr 2016
Hyperoptic launches FTTP services in Brighton
Hyperoptic rolls out its fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) broadband service to housing developments in Brighton Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
08 Apr 2016
Interview: GDS CTO Liam Maxwell and deputy CTO Andy Beale
Government Digital Service’s Liam Maxwell and Andy Beale talk about the service’s future, its relationship with departments, tactical outsourcing extensions and lessons learned Continue Reading
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News
07 Apr 2016
Digital Leaders Awards open for public vote
The Digital Leaders 100 is open for a public vote to decide the winners of this year’s awards, including Digital Leader and FinTech Innovation of the Year Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Mar 2016
CW@50: Fertile British breeding grounds for information security innovation
Computer Weekly is marking its 50th anniversary this year with a series of articles celebrating 50 years of British technology innovation. In this article, we look at the evolution of information security threats and some of the British innovation to counter those threats Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
30 Mar 2016
HMRC reaches agreement with IT suppliers on Aspire contract exit
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) plans on going to market next month for a number of smaller IT services contracts for a phased exit of its Aspire outsourcing deal Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2016
Security should be driven by business, says Corvid’s Andrew Nanson
Information security should be business-driven and investments assessed for their effectiveness and business value, according to Corvid CTO Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
29 Mar 2016
Cyber criminals use Microsoft PowerShell in ransomware attacks
A newly discovered family of ransomware, dubbed PowerWare, uses Microsoft PowerShell to target organisations through macro-enabled documents Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
24 Mar 2016
Businesses urged to update Apple software to dodge zero-day attacks
Security experts are urging Apple Mac, iPhone and iPad users to update their operating systems to avoid data-stealing attacks that exploit a new zero-day vulnerability Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
23 Mar 2016
Canadian Elizabeth Denham set for the UK's next information commissioner
Canadian privacy commissioner Elizabeth Denham is to become the UK's next information commissioner as government pushes ahead with the snoopers' charter Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
23 Mar 2016
US hospital claims to have fought off a ransomware attack
A hospital in Kentucky claims to have regained control of its IT systems five days after cyber criminals hit it with a ransomware attack Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
21 Mar 2016
Southend Council to connect key sites with dark fibre network
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council selects CityFibre to supply a 50km dark fibre network across 120 public sector sites in the town Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Mar 2016
National Cyber Security Centre to be UK authority on information security
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is to be the UK's one-stop authority on infosec, based in London and led by GCHQ's Ciaran Martin Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
14 Mar 2016
NHS England injects £55m to boost e-Referrals uptake
NHS England will use £55m to reward GPs and hospitals using digital referrals by 2018 to increase uptake of its e-Referrals programme Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2016
Lack of security knowledge limiting business initiatives, survey shows
Security concerns are limiting the adoption of cloud and mobility throughout organisations, according to the first Dell Data Security Survey Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Opinion
08 Mar 2016
Security Think Tank: Many breaches down to poor access controls
In the modern business environment, what are the most common access control mistakes – and how best are these corrected? Continue Reading
By- Paul Yung
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Opinion
03 Mar 2016
Security Think Tank: Top five access control mistakes
In the modern business environment, what are the most common access control mistakes and what is the best way to correct them? Continue Reading
By- Tim Holman, 2-sec
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News
02 Mar 2016
GDS hindered delivery of rural payments programme, says PAC
The rural payments programme was a “Whitehall fiasco” with too much focus on the digital front end, says the public accounts committee (PAC) Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2016
RSAC16: US works on data access agreement with UK
The US is negotiating with the UK to establish a new framework that will permit UK authorities to access electronic communications directly from US companies Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
25 Feb 2016
Cyber crime is fastest growing economic crime, says PwC report
More than half of UK organisations say they expect to be the victim of cyber crime in the next two years, suggesting it will become the UK’s largest economic crime, says a PwC report Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
23 Feb 2016
Social engineering confirmed as top information security threat
Cyber attackers shifted away from automated exploits in 2015 and instead tricked people into doing the dirty work, Proofpoint researchers found Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
22 Feb 2016
HR technology heads to cloud in Finland
Computer Weekly talked to Finnish experts about Finnish enterprises moving to cloud-based HR IT systems Continue Reading
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E-Zine
18 Feb 2016
CW Europe: February 2016
In Europe cloud is restricted and hybrid setups make use of local compute and storage. Continue Reading
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News
17 Feb 2016
HMRC shares details of IT transformation plans
HM Revenue & Customs has published its IT strategy outlining how it plans to transform its IT estate by taking a platform approach, moving to virtual infrastructure and cloud-based services Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2016
EU managers need to up cyber security collaboration, study finds
There is still much work to be done in the area of collaboration and sharing responsibility when it comes to preventing data breaches, a study has found Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
12 Feb 2016
US IT professionals overconfident in cyber attack detection, study finds
Most US IT professionals are confident in key security controls to detect cyber attacks – but unsure how long it would take automated tools to discover a breach Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Feb 2016
Social engineering is top hacking method, survey shows
Social engineering tops the list of popular hacking methods, underlining the need for continuous monitoring, according to security firm Balabit Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Feb 2016
TechUK calls on government to take reports on spy laws seriously
Government must address the fundamental concerns raised by expert witnesses, MPs and Lords about the draft Investigatory Powers Bill, says TechUK Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Feb 2016
MK:Smart enlists IoT supplier ThingWorx for speedy development
Milton Keynes smart city project selects ThingWorx to provide a rapid application deployment environment Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
08 Feb 2016
Bulk data collection unnecessary for surveillance, says cyber expert
Opting for bulk data collection and other intrusive surveillance overlooks other means available that do not involve collateral damage to businesses and innocent people, says cyber expert Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
04 Feb 2016
Google’s Chrome to flag deceptive embedded content
Browser will warn of any embedded content such as ads that pretend to act like, and look and feel like, a trusted entity Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
01 Feb 2016
DDoS is most common cyber attack on financial institutions
January’s attack on HSBC is typical for the financial sector, but no business should consider itself unlikely to be targeted in this way, say security experts Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
29 Jan 2016
ICO launches data privacy assessment tool for SMEs
The ICO has launched an online self-assessment tool to help SMEs to comply with data protection laws and improve data handling procedures Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
28 Jan 2016
Business urged to take action on data privacy
Security professionals use Data Protection Day to encourage businesses to do more to protect personal data Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
27 Jan 2016
Keep data safe or risk financial impact, ICO warns business
The knock-on effect of a data breach can be devastating for a company, warns information commissioner Christopher Graham Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
27 Jan 2016
New government plan to support cyber security startups
Government has announced a £250,000 programme to increase the rate of cyber security startup development in the UK Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
27 Jan 2016
Average DDoS attacks fatal to most businesses, report reveals
Criminal activity is top motivation for DDoS attacks as average attacks become strong enough to down most businesses, Arbor Networks report reveals Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
22 Jan 2016
$54m cyber fraud hits aircraft supplier share price
Austrian aircraft industry supplier reports cyber fraud loss of $54m, way above the average cost of the worst breaches in the UK of up to $4.4m in 2015 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
22 Jan 2016
Crunch time for Australian CIOs as analytics platforms drive strategy in 2016
CIOs in Australia and elsewhere will be expected to deploy technologies that promise to help them get more from the information they own Continue Reading
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News
21 Jan 2016
Candy Crush maker King secures mobile access through cloud
Candy Crush maker King.com uses cloud-based Duo Security authentication for access to cloud services, customised apps and remote VPNs Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
20 Jan 2016
PwC acquires Polish cloud consultancy for European operation
PwC is buying Poland-based IT services firm Outbox to build its cloud skills and resources across Europe Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 Jan 2016
Government should exploit blockchain technology, says chief scientist Mark Walport
Distributed ledgers – the technology behind systems such as bitcoin – could transform public services, says government chief scientist Mark Walport Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2016
Australian prime minister Malcolm Turnbull calls for free, open and secure internet
International norms of behaviour should prohibit states from conducting cyber intellectual property theft, says Australian prime minister Malcolm Turnbull Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
18 Jan 2016
Chinese university targeted by Islamic State hacktivist
Beijing’s Tsinghua University is the latest organisation to be attacked by hackers with a social or political agenda Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
15 Jan 2016
Intel share price drops despite strong results
Despite growth in Intel's key datacentre and IoT businesses, investors remain concerned by falls in its core PC chip business amid market declines Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
13 Jan 2016
Firms can monitor employees’ online chats, EU court rules
Human rights court says it is not unreasonable for employers to want to verify that staff are completing their professional tasks during working hours Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
06 Jan 2016
Upgrade to Internet Explorer 11 to reduce risk
Failure to update to the latest version of Internet Explorer by 12 January 2016 could put users at risk, Microsoft warns Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
05 Jan 2016
Fears of software skills shortage in Germany and the Netherlands
Organisations in Germany and the Netherlands are struggling to fill positions for software developers as they digitise Continue Reading
By- Rian van Heur
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News
23 Dec 2015
Top 10 cyber crime stories of 2015
Computer Weekly takes a look back at the top cyber crime stories of 2015 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Dec 2015
Eight startups selected for Cyber London security accelerator programme
Cyber London has selected startups from the UK, Finland, Hungary, Israel, Brazil and South Africa for its second cyber security accelerator programme Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Dec 2015
UK firms act quickly to fix payment card data encryption
Security firm found that 16 global companies had failed to effectively encrypt traffic to the payment portion of their websites and apps Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Feature
10 Dec 2015
How to deal with the aftermath of a data breach
Considering that a data breach could happen to any company, at any time, a plan of action is the best tactic Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2015
Russian big data in early stages
The use of big data technologies in Russia is still embryonic and the economic slowdown is stalling developments Continue Reading
By- Vladimir Kozlov
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Feature
07 Dec 2015
The next stage in quantum key distribution
Authentication schemes based on quantum physics are emerging to address the growing number of ways to compromise data traffic Continue Reading
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News
07 Dec 2015
Cyber attacks an increasing concern for Asean countries
Organisations in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations are increasingly the targets for cyber criminals, according to a report focused on the region Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2015
India’s HCL opens Estonian operation to support Nordic customers
HCL Technologies opens an Estonian delivery centre which will support customers across Europe, including those in the Nordic region Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
04 Dec 2015
Wetherspoon pub chain warns customers of data breach
Discovery of a data breach at JD Wetherspoons comes hard on the heels of a breach at TalkTalk, underlining the importance of keeping customer data safe Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
03 Dec 2015
Veracode finds most web apps fail Owasp security check list
The findings of a report on critical vulnerabilities in most web applications is raising concerns over potential security vulnerabilities in millions of websites Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
03 Dec 2015
The US and China agree more steps to fight cyber crime
The US and China have made progress in expanding co-operation on cyber crime as China claims criminals and not state-backed hackers broke into the US Office of Personnel Management Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
01 Dec 2015
Security analytics needs practical approach, says Fico Ciso Vickie Miller
Analytics must form part of a comprehensive defence-in-depth strategy, according to chief information security officer (Ciso) Vickie Miller at software firm Fico Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
01 Dec 2015
Rural payments problems led to 40% increase in costs, says NAO report
Inappropriate behaviour and too much focus on IT procurement led to rural payments programme costs spiralling to 40% over budget, says National Audit Office report Continue Reading
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26 Nov 2015
Dridex banking Trojan regains strength to mount attacks on the UK
Fresh Dridex banking Trojan campaigns target the US, UK and France – despite a recent law enforcement takedown operation – warn security researchers Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
25 Nov 2015
Spending review: Osborne gives NHS £1bn for technology boost
The NHS will get £1bn to spend on technology – including an interoperable patient record system – chancellor George Osborne has announced Continue Reading
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11 Nov 2015
Germany is finalising legislation to shore up CNI cyber security
Germany is working to ensure digital sovereignty through IT security legislation and negotiations on IT security regulations and transatlantic trade at a European Union level Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Nov 2015
EU data protection official optimistic on successor to Safe Harbour
An EU data protection official says he is optimistic that an alternative to the Safe Harbour agreement will be found, but it will take work from both the US and the EU Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Feature
06 Nov 2015
Avoiding security issues when recycling hardware
What are the options for the environmentally and ethically responsible recycling of end-of-life hardware, without compromising data security? Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2015
UAE recognises importance of cyber security, says official
Like the UK, the UAE federal government has identified the importance of creating an environment in which it is safe to do business online Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
30 Oct 2015
Law enforcement cracks down on DroidJack Android snooping malware users
A joint EU/US operation on the DroidJack malware is the latest example of international collaboration between law enforcement officers directed at cyber crime Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
21 Oct 2015
Infosec pros should start preparing for the future, say experts
Information security professionals need to grow their skills, engage with the business, increase security awareness, set business goals and tailor their messages, says a panel of experts Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
21 Oct 2015
Consumer take-up of Gigaclear fibre broadband exceeds BDUK rates
Ultrafast altnet Gigaclear marks a major milestone in its network roll-out and claims a higher take-up rate for its FTTP product than BT is seeing on the Openreach FTTC network Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Oct 2015
CityFibre fills broadband connection voucher gap
CityFibre offers businesses free connections to replace government’s connection voucher scheme Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
19 Oct 2015
How CIOs can raise their 'IT clock speed' as pressure to innovate grows
CIOs are facing pressure from the board to roll out IT projects increasingly quickly. How can they do that without running unacceptable risks? This article, based on cutting-edge research among leading businesses, offers some answers Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Oct 2015
Cyber security innovation is crucial, says security evangelist
Visibility and automation are key areas of cyber security innovation, but firms should concentrate first on the basics and not overlook the human element of security Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
12 Oct 2015
Encryption is a double-edged sword, says Blue Coat
Seven more security suppliers join Blue Coat encrypted traffic management programme amid fresh warnings of attackers using encryption to hide malicious activity Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Feature
09 Oct 2015
The security dangers of home networks
Most companies take reasonable steps to protect their networks from virus attacks, but one area of vulnerability that is often overlooked is infection from employees’ home networks Continue Reading