IT security
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News
17 May 2024
Akamai’s cloud computing play gains momentum
The company’s compute business could eventually account for the majority of its revenues, surpassing its security and content delivery businesses, says its CEO Tom Leighton Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
US authorities crack BreachForums for a second time
The BreachForums data leak website has been seized by the FBI and international partners again Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2018
Mimecast extends core email security to enable cyber resilience
Mimecast continues to widen its cyber security capability through in-house development and strategic acquisition, as well as extend its core email security technologies to all other areas it applies Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2018
Butlin’s warns of potential personal data breach
Holiday camp chain blames cyber breach on a phishing attack, implying that attackers were able to steal user credentials to access customer data – and underlining the need for security awareness training Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2018
NCR patches ATM vulnerabilities
NCR has patched ATM vulnerabilities discovered by Positive Technologies Continue Reading
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10 Aug 2018
Microsoft looks at a Windows VM to sandbox rogue code
A feature revealed in the Windows Insider programme may appear in a future Windows 10 update for enterprises Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
Under half of firms use vulnerability assessments
Less than half of organisations base their cyber defences on strategic vulnerability assessments, and a third of these do the bare minimum to meet compliance requirements, a study shows Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
ICO fines Emma’s Diary £140,000
The UK’s privacy watchdog has fined a marketing company for illegally collecting and selling personal information for political campaigning Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
Smart cities a tempting target for cyber attackers
Smart cities are an attractive target for cyber attackers because of the growing number of connected systems embedded throughout their infrastructure Continue Reading
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E-Zine
09 Aug 2018
CW Benelux: Netherlands to experiment with self-driving trains
In this issue, read how Dutch railway operator ProRail will test self-driving trains on a small set of railroad tracks to learn if they can be part of the country’s notoriously busy network. Also, find out how a network of smart towns and cities is growing in the Netherlands, and why Dutch organisations are being urged to unite to fight DDoS attacks. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
Brace for more Triton-like attacks, researchers warn
The world has not seen the last of industrial control system (ICS) attacks like Triton, researchers have warned Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
Incomplete visibility a top security failing
Incomplete visibility of IT environments is among the most common basic enterprise security failings, as most organisations are still failing to achieve basic cyber security hygiene, a survey reveals Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2018
Financial services firms lack the culture to innovate fast
Finance firms appear to be struggling to release new software quickly, a study from Contino has found Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2018
Check Point warns of WhatsApp vulnerabilities
Researchers are warning of vulnerabilities in WhatsApp that allow threat actors to intercept and manipulate messages sent in a group chat Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2018
Cyber security double agents most common in the UK
Cyber security professionals who alternate between criminal and legitimate activities or move full-time into cyber criminal activity are more common in the UK than other countries, a report reveals Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2018
Australia calls for interventionist approach in new cyber agenda
The Australian government is forming a cyber defence network comprising security agencies and private sector partners to support a more interventionist approach towards cyber security Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2018
Starbucks to advise on development of bitcoin trading platform
Coffee giant Starbucks has joined a group of firms advising Intercontinental Exchange on the development of a digital assets platform Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2018
AI security hype putting businesses at risk
The hype around artificial intelligence may be putting businesses at risk, according to a study that found most IT decision-makers believe AI is the answer to all cyber security challenges Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2018
Lack of Dmarc email validation puts brands and customers at risk
There is a worldwide lack of Dmarc email validation to defend against fraud and phishing attacks, putting organisations and customers at risk, a study shows Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2018
Industrial control systems a specialised cyber target
Cyber attackers specialising in industrial control systems are fast, efficient and able to move between IT and OT environments, a study has revealed Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Aug 2018
Security Think Tank: Outsource responsibility, not accountability
What critical security controls can be outsourced and how do organisations, SMEs in particular, maintain confidence that they are being managed effectively and appropriately? Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2018
Mobile banking Trojans reach all-time high
Mobile banking Trojans topped the list of cyber threats in the second quarter of the year, according to research by Kaspersky Lab Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2018
Half of UK consumers to exercise GDPR rights within a year
More than half of UK consumers will exercise their General Data Protection Regulation rights within a year and almost two-thirds will retract or review data use because of the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal, a study shows Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2018
Virus outbreak at iPhone chip plant could delay shipments
A computer virus at an iPhone chip manufacturing plant could delay shipments of Apple’s latest smartphones, but the impact will be limited, say analysts Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Aug 2018
The value of unified endpoint management
Given the diversity of devices people can use for work, IT needs to look at how it can unify device security Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2018
Alibaba Cloud makes deeper inroads into Malaysia
The Chinese cloud supplier’s second availability zone and upcoming DDoS scrubbing centre in Malaysia comes on the heels of growing investments in the Southeast Asian nation Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Aug 2018
Security Think Tank: Almost all security can be outsourced, but not the risk
What critical security controls can be outsourced and how do organisations, SMEs in particular, maintain confidence that they are being managed effectively and appropriately? Continue Reading
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News
03 Aug 2018
UK security centre to launch IoT security standard
The London-based Centre for Strategic Cyber Space and Security Science is working on an internet of things security standard and has roped in participants from eight markets Continue Reading
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News
03 Aug 2018
Google to alert firms of state-sponsored attacks on G Suite users
As cyber security increasingly becomes a market differentiator, Google has announced that businesses using G Suite cloud-based software can opt in to cyber attack alerts Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Aug 2018
Security Think Tank: Risk tolerance key to security outsourcing policy
What critical security controls can be outsourced, and how do organisations – SMEs in particular – maintain confidence that they are being managed effectively and appropriately? Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2018
Gorgon Group shows simple cyber attacks remain effective
A highly effective cyber attack group that appears to be based in Pakistan is carrying out targeted attacks against nation states at the same time as criminal operations, researchers have found Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2018
Reddit breach exposes 2FA flaws
Reddit has reported a password breach despite using 2FA, exposing the weaknesses of two-factor authentication based on mobile text messages Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2018
GDPR harmonised with local laws in Nordic EU states
Sweden provides an interesting challenge for the European Union’s data protection regulation due to its laws around freedom of press and free speech Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Aug 2018
Who should bear responsibility in cyber attacks on healthcare IT systems?
On 20 July, the Singapore government revealed that the non-medical personal details of about 1.5 million patients who had visited SingHealth’s specialist outpatient clinics and polyclinics between ... Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2018
Three Carbanak cyber heist gang members arrested
Three alleged members of the Carbanak gang believed to be responsible for more than 100 cyber heists worldwide have been arrested, US authorities have announced Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Aug 2018
Security Think Tank: Top things to consider in security outsourcing
What critical security controls can be outsourced, and how do organisations – SMEs in particular – maintain confidence that they are being managed effectively and appropriately? Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2018
Bromium evolves virtualisation-based security
Virtualisation-based security firm Bromium has evolved its technology to offer bidirectional protection for applications and underlying operating systems Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2018
Top dark web indicators of compromise
There are 10 common activities on the dark web that indicate a data breach or some other security compromise has taken place, according to a specialist monitoring firm Continue Reading
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Opinion
31 Jul 2018
Security Think Tank: A risk-based approach to security outsourcing
What critical security controls can be outsourced and how do organisations, SMEs in particular, maintain confidence that they are being managed effectively and appropriately? Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2018
UK business overestimating level of consumer trust, study shows
UK consumer trust is low, with the majority of UK businesses admitting to selling customer data, a report reveals Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2018
SamSam ransomware reaps $5.9m and counting
In just two and a half years, SamSam campaigns are believed to have netted nearly $6m for cyber criminals, an analysis of this adaptive and evasive strain of active ransomware reveals Continue Reading
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31 Jul 2018
Cyber security top priority for aircraft makers, says Airbus
There is a high level of collaboration in the aircraft industry on cyber security, but not all other industries are at the same level, according to an industry veteran at multinational aerospace and defence firm Airbus Continue Reading
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E-Zine
31 Jul 2018
How Estonia took a digital lead
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at one of the world’s most digitally advanced nations, Estonia, and ask what the UK government can learn from this small Baltic state. We talk to Airbus about how aircraft manufacturers are prioritising cyber security. And we examine how AI and robots will augment – not replace – human productivity. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2018
Australia’s health sector reports most data breaches again
In the first full quarter since Australia’s mandatory breach disclosure scheme came into effect, healthcare providers reported the most data breaches amid controversy over the national health record system Continue Reading
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31 Jul 2018
Dixons Carphone ups data breach figure to 10 million
Dixons Carphone now believes the number of personal data records affected in 2017’s data breach is nearly 10 times greater than initially thought Continue Reading
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31 Jul 2018
Briton ran pro-Kremlin disinformation campaign that helped Trump deny Russian links
A British IT manager and former hacker from Darlington ran a disinformation campaign that duped former US intelligence agents and provided Donald Trump with manufactured “evidence” to deny that Russia interfered with the US election Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2018
Pentagon flags risky software suppliers
The Pentagon has drawn up a list of software suppliers that it wants the US military and defence contractors to avoid due to fears of risks to national security Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Jul 2018
Security Think Tank: Not all security service providers are created equal
What critical security controls can be outsourced, and how do organisations, SMEs in particular, maintain confidence that they are being managed effectively and appropriately? Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2018
Digital identity system for EU nationals should be used for all UK citizens, says report
Policy Exchange report recommends extending Home Office system for registering EU nationals post-Brexit to become UK-wide digital identity application Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2018
Search begins for UK’s cyber security Unsung Heroes
The Security Serious cyber awareness campaign has opened nominations for the third annual cyber security Unsung Heroes awards Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2018
Burden of data protection rests on firms and governments
A senior executive at Singapore’s Cyber Security Agency stressed the role of corporate data governance and government regulations in raising the bar on cyber security Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2018
Post-quantum security on Airbus’s radar
With quantum computing on the horizon, multinational aerospace and defence firm Airbus is among those organisations that are looking at evolving their cryptography capabilities to stay ahead of technology Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2018
Fileless malware a growing trend, warns McAfee
Cyber attackers are increasingly moving away from traditional malware to using trusted Windows executables to invade systems and breach corporate networks, say security researchers Continue Reading
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News
27 Jul 2018
Hackers targeting software supply chains, US report warns
A US government report on cyber espionage by China, Russia and Iran says software supply chains are increasingly under attack Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jul 2018
App users in developing APAC prefer convenience over security
By Kimberly Chua Mobile app users in developing Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries prefer convenience over security, signaling a potential rift between companies and users, a new F5 Networks study has ... Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2018
Large organisations less confident over cloud security compared to smaller businesses
A study has found larger enterprises are not as confident as smaller businesses about the security of their data in the public cloud Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Brace for PowerGhost cryptominer, warns Kaspersky Lab
Corporate networks are the target of a new illicit cryptocurrency mining malware that is difficult to detect and eradicate, security researchers warn Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2018
Crest report highlights need for bug bounty best practice
A lack of best practice guidelines for bug bounties is leaving researchers, organisations and bounty platforms confused and at risk, a report reveals Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Cities key to making data a new form of infrastructure, says Nesta
City governments need to take charge of data use and leverage responsible innovation, as data should not be seen as a saleable commodity, but a common good, according to the innovation foundation Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Software development remains insecure
The prevalence of common and well-known web-based vulnerabilities underlines the need for better education around secure software development Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Facebook stock price falls on slowing growth forecast
Facebook’s stock price has fallen dramatically in response to a forecast of slower revenue growth in 2018 and lower-than-expected user growth for the second quarter Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Cyber security vulnerability concerns skyrocket
Security professionals are more worried about data breaches and cyber attacks than they were a year ago, with most fearing that Meltdown-Spectre attacks are becoming the norm Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2018
Combat mobile device security threats at home and abroad
Employees that travel for business face a higher risk of a mobile security breach. Take these steps to ensure that your mobile device fleet is secure. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Jul 2018
Smart cities face challenges and opportunities
IHS Markit analysts Noman Akhtar and Kevin Hasley assess the way forward for smart city technology projects around the world Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2018
Dark web cyber crime markets thriving
The market for cyber criminals’ services is thriving on the dark web, research reveals Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2018
ERP applications are under cyber attack, research confirms
ERP applications are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals, hacktivists and nation-state actors, a report reveals Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Jul 2018
Beyond GDPR: ePrivacy could have an even greater impact on mobile
From how we monitor air pollution and manage our public transport systems, to how we enable connected cars and the next generation of 5G mobile services, the forthcoming ePR could have a lasting impact on European society Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2018
Apache OpenWhisk users urged to patch
IBM has patched vulnerabilities in its Cloud Functions service that is based on Apache OpenWhisk in response to vulnerability disclosures, and all other users are urged to do the same Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2018
Application attacks demand new security approach
Applying security software updates is an ineffective way to deal with application layer cyber attacks and businesses should change their approach, security experts advise Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2018
Ransomware concern drops despite being top cost
Fewer organisations are worried about ransomware even though it remains one of the most costly cyber attacks Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2018
Australian energy sector caught in security catch-22
With regulators unwilling to accept security investments that would lead to higher tariffs, there is a chance that Australia’s National Energy Market could face increased cyber risks Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2018
Google wants to ease hybrid cloud woes
Cloud supplier Google claims its Cloud Service Platform will alleviate complexities in managing microservices in a hybrid IT environment Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2018
Ramp up security to mitigate Office 365 attacks
Public clouds tend to be more secure, but Office 365 has become a major target for attacks, which means internal IT security needs tightening Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2018
Top execs cyber security hypocrites, report shows
There is a critical disconnect between the cyber security behaviour that top executives recommend and the way they behave themselves, while many firms do not know where their data lives and moves, a report reveals Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2018
Most firms have software security vulnerability
Most firms have a software vulnerability that can be exploited by cyber attackers, a study has revealed Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Jul 2018
What the ICO's Facebook fine teaches us
Legal expert Alexander Egerton considers whether the ICO’s planned £500,000 fine for Facebook is the precursor of a spate of increased fines across the board, or if it shows the ICO’s stance has not changed and will continue to target certain activities Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2018
MPs call for inquiry into smart meter roll-out
Government urged to conduct a review of the roll-out of smart meters for electricity and gas, and to intervene to tackle a number of failures Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2018
Singapore public healthcare sector limits internet use
Healthcare workers who require internet access will have to use separate internet workstations following an unprecedented attack on Singapore’s public healthcare system Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2018
Zero trust security model boosts business confidence
Organisations that combine the zero trust security model with next-gen access are more confident about meeting access control challenges, a study shows Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Jul 2018
Cyber security: A work in progress
Piers Wilson, director of the Institute of Information Security Professionals, reflects on the findings of the latest IISP industry survey and suggests there is still more work to do Continue Reading
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News
20 Jul 2018
Huge Singapore data breach shows need for new approach
A major data breach in Singapore underlines the need for a new approach to protecting critical data and applications, say security experts Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2018
GDPR drives down UK insider threat
The insider threat in European countries is falling post-General Data Protection Regulation, but continues to rise in the US, a study has revealed Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2018
NCSC report underlines cyber threat for legal firms
Legal firms are a top target for cyber attackers, the latest report from the National Cyber Security Centre shows, emphasising the need for comprehensive cyber defence capabilities Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2018
Uptick in UK privacy awareness, says ICO
The UK’s privacy watchdog, the Information Commissioner’s Office, reports increased public awareness of privacy and information rights issues Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2018
UK alerted to potential cyber risks of Huawei equipment
A report has raised concerns about the shortcomings of Huawei engineering processes, which it says could put UK telecommunications networks at risk Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2018
Cyber criminals use fake domains to scam businesses
UK police are warning businesses that cyber criminals are using fake domains to scam businesses out of hundreds of thousands of pounds Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2018
CNI sector lacks cyber security skills, government warned
The UK’s critical national infrastructure sector is being negatively impacted by the lack of cyber security skills, a report warns Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2018
Collaborative alliance to advance UK’s cyber security profession
Leading UK organisations in cyber security have united to develop a national professional body in the field Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2018
How Splunk is ‘splunking’ data for APAC enterprises
Splunk’s regional vice-president talks up the company’s business strategy and how its customers are using big data analytics in security and IT operations Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2018
Uber appoints first privacy and data protection chiefs
Uber is getting its privacy and data protection house in order in the wake of damaging data breaches and in anticipation of the company’s planned stock market launch in 2019 Continue Reading
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E-Zine
18 Jul 2018
CW ASEAN: Defend against disruption
The security of industrial control systems (ICS) has come under the spotlight with several high-profile incidents affecting power plants and other critical infrastructure in recent years. What are the threats to these systems in ASEAN, and what is the common approach to securing ICS systems? In this month’s issue of CW ASEAN, we take a closer look at how ICS operators are improving the visibility of ICS environments without jeopardizing operations, addressing security vulnerabilities and enhancing cooperation between IT and operational technology teams. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2018
NHS on the hunt for chief data officer
The NHS CDO will report directly to NHS Digital CEO Sarah Wilkinson, get paid up to £176,750 and be responsible for a budget of around £57m Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2018
Retail cyber security spending ineffective as breaches rise
Cyber attacks on the retail sector are increasing, and although most retailers plan to increase cyber security spending, planned investments are unlikely to be effective, a report reveals Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2018
Deloitte launches EMEA-wide initiative to close cyber security gender gap
Professional services organisation Deloitte expands its UK efforts to encourage more women into cyber security to cover the EMEA area Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2018
Cyber security top priority for aircraft makers, says Airbus
There is a high level of collaboration in the aircraft industry on cyber security, but not all other industries are at the same level, according to an industry veteran at multinational aerospace and defence firm Airbus Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2018
Singapore to bolster threat intelligence sharing in financial sector
Singapore’s Cyber Security Agency has partnered the Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Centre to glean cyber threat intelligence for the country’s financial industry Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2018
Spectre variant gives buffer overflow a new twist
New variants of the Spectre microprocessor bugs use buffer overflow-style attacks to run malicious code Continue Reading
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17 Jul 2018
Most airports not protected from cyber threats
The chairman of the Israel Airports Authority paints a dismal picture of the state of cyber security in aviation, and offers advice on what can be done to avert the next disaster. Continue Reading
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17 Jul 2018
How Australia is keeping pace with ICS threats
Besides bridging the security gap between IT and operational technology teams, Australia is driving efforts to bolster the security of IoT devices Continue Reading
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E-Zine
17 Jul 2018
CW ANZ: Fix the weak links
Recent reports have suggested that cyber threats are increasingly aimed at critical information infrastructure such as power grids, water treatment plants and transportation networks. While the scale of the problem that Australian industry faces is hard to quantify, no one disputes the threat is real. In this edition of CW ANZ, we look at how Australia is securing its industrial control systems and how it is bridging the security gap between IT and OT teams. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2018
An insider’s look into the dark web
A principal research scientist at Sophos offers a glimpse into the abysses of the dark web in a bid to uncover what cyber crooks are up to Continue Reading