Privacy and data protection
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News
10 Dec 2024
Dangerous CLFS and LDAP flaws stand out on Patch Tuesday
Microsoft has fixed over 70 CVEs in its final Patch Tuesday update of the year, and defenders should prioritise a zero-day in the Common Log File System Driver, and another impactful flaw in the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
10 Dec 2024
iOS vuln leaves user data dangerously exposed
Jamf threat researchers detail an exploit chain for a recently patched iOS vulnerability that enables a threat actor to steal sensitive data, warning that many organisations are still neglecting mobile updates. Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 Feb 2018
PyeongChang Winter Games hit by cyber attack
Although critical operations were not affected by the incident, event organisers at the PyeongChang Winter Olympics had to shut down servers and the official games website to prevent further damage Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
09 Feb 2018
Europe in the firing line of evolving DDoS attacks
The Europe, Middle East and Africa region accounts for more than half the world’s distributed denial of service attacks, a report from F5 Labs reveals Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Feb 2018
Malaysian regulator and firm sued over data breach
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission and a local company have been caught in a civil lawsuit over a massive data breach reported last year Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
08 Feb 2018
DMA Group working to reduce fear around GDPR
The DMA Group is focused on the GDPR for customer communications and marketing, but says the key aim is to reduce fear in the market Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
08 Feb 2018
More POS malware detected in the wild
The first new point of sale malware in many months is stealing data from the magnetic strips on payment cards, security researchers warn Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
08 Feb 2018
Swisscom downplays data breach
Telecommunication provider Swisscom has downplayed a data breach affecting around 800,000 customers, but security experts warn of potential long-term risks Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
08 Feb 2018
Data breaches set to affect future sales
The failure to protect customer data is set to create long-term business problems for organisations in Europe and the US, a survey reveals Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
08 Feb 2018
CW Benelux: Dutch IT expert on a mission to expose vulnerabilities
Dutch ethical hacker Victor Gevers took full-time leave from his IT job last year and used the time to hunt for vulnerabilities. Read about his mission to find vulnerabilities, report them responsibly and then, hopefully, get them fixed by the vulnerable parties involved. Also in this issue, read how Proximus, Belgium’s largest telecommunications operator, is leaning on Cloudify to support its adoption of network functions virtualisation, and how journalists showed that the email addresses of Dutch politicians are easy to spoof. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Feb 2018
Mobile biometrics set to be game-changer in APAC
Telcos, financial institutions and other industry players risk losing market share if they do not keep up with the demand for security, convenience and mobility Continue Reading
By- Lareinna Roxanne Lee and Quah Mei Lee
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News
07 Feb 2018
UK government orders review of online laws
The UK Law Commission is to review current legislation on offensive online communications to ensure they are up to date with technology Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
06 Feb 2018
Most NHS trusts have failed their cyber security assessments, NHS Digital admits
NHS Digital deputy CEO Rob Shaw told Public Accounts Committee all 200 trusts assessed for cyber security, both before and after the WannaCry attack, have failed their assessments Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2018
UK leads international crackdown on Luminosity spyware
Law enforcement agencies shut down international support network for a hacking tool that allowed cyber criminals to gain remote control of victims’ computers Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Opinion
06 Feb 2018
Security Think Tank: Take care of security basics before automating
How can organisations evolve their security operations teams to do more automation of basic tasks and cope with dynamic IT environments? Continue Reading
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News
05 Feb 2018
Lauri Love plans to use ‘internet as a force for good’
Engineering student Lauri Love says he plans to help businesses fight cyber crime, after the court of appeal ruled that he can be tried in the UK for allegedly hacking US computer systems, rather than face extradition to the US Continue Reading
By- Julia Gregory and Niels Ladefoged
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Opinion
05 Feb 2018
3, 2, 1, GDPR: How to be prepared on 25 May
There are seven key areas organisations should review to ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation, and even though the deadline is less than four months away, it is still not too late to start Continue Reading
By- Omer Tene, IAPP
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News
05 Feb 2018
NCSC shows how first year affected cyber attacks on the UK
Initiatives by the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have detected and prevented millions of online commodity attacks, the agency’s first annual report shows Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
05 Feb 2018
Appeals court rules Lauri Love will not be extradited over US hacking charges
The lord chief justice, Lord Burnett, says 33-year-old engineering student Lauri Love will not be extradited to the US to face hacking charges, in a landmark legal decision, and the Crown Prosecution Service should bring proceedings against Love in the UK Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin & Julia Gregory
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News
04 Feb 2018
Government backs national cyber policy and strategy competition
London is to host a national cyber policy and strategy competition, which has the backing of government, industry and academia Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Opinion
02 Feb 2018
Security Think Tank: Approaches to strengthening security operations
How can organisations evolve their security operations teams to do more automation of basic tasks and cope with dynamic IT environments? Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2018
Appeal Court to give landmark verdict on Lauri Love extradition
The Appeal Court will decide whether Lauri Love, who has serious health issues, should be extradited to the US to face hacking charges, or face trial in the UK. The landmark case is the first test of legal protections introduced by Theresa May to protect vulnerable people Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Feb 2018
CIO interview: Aaron Powell, CDO, NHS Blood and Transplant
NHS Blood and Transplant chief digital officer Aaron Powell explains why pushing a digital transformation agenda has a real impact on people’s lives Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Feb 2018
Europe’s shameful role in spy-tech exports that led to torture and jail
Governments in Europe actively assisted in government oppression in Iran, Bahrain and Russia by providing states with sophisticated surveillance equipment. The European Parliament is pressing for changes in the law to restrict exports of spy-technology to countries with poor human rights records Continue Reading
By- Marietje Schaake, European Parliament
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News
02 Feb 2018
ASEAN nations among worst hit by cryptocurrency-mining operation
Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia recorded high download numbers for the XMRig software that was surreptitiously slipped into user devices to mine Monero Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Opinion
01 Feb 2018
Security Think Tank: Automating basic security tasks
How can organisations evolve their security operations teams to do more automation of basic tasks and cope with dynamic IT environments? Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 Feb 2018
Privacy lessons from the fitness fiasco
Most of us already recognise that technology has the potential to wipe out our privacy, if checks and balances are not in place – or at least I hope we do! What’s scary then in the recent hoo-hah ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Betts, Freeform Dynamics
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News
01 Feb 2018
Dutch companies not ready for GDPR despite approaching deadline
Organisations in the Netherlands are racing towards General Data Protection Regulation compliance, but there is still much to be done Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2018
Facebook reports $15.9bn profit after ‘hard’ year
Facebook has reported a strong fourth quarter and a strong year with quarterly profit up 20% and annual profit up 56%, but chief Mark Zuckerberg admits it has been a challenging 12 months Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
31 Jan 2018
Many businesses still using outdated security, says Troy Hunt
Too many businesses are using out-of-date approaches to security, a world-renowned cyber security author and trainer warns Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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Opinion
31 Jan 2018
Security Think Tank: Don’t automatically automate security
How can organisations evolve their security operations teams to do more automation of basic tasks and cope with dynamic IT environments? Continue Reading
By- Simon Persin, Turnkey Consulting
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News
31 Jan 2018
UK finance sector cyber security pros admit shocking practices
UK financial sector IT security teams face immense challenges that are undermining business opportunities and continuity in financial services, a survey reveals Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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Feature
31 Jan 2018
Navigating ASEAN’s patchy cyber security landscape
Cyber resilience remains low across Southeast Asia, a regional economic powerhouse that is increasingly susceptible to cyber threats as its digital economy grows Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
31 Jan 2018
Data breach disclosure law will lift Australia’s cyber security game
New rules underscore Australia’s recent efforts to tackle cyber security challenges on the local and international stage Continue Reading
By- Stuart Kennedy
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News
30 Jan 2018
Cyber security salaries will rise 7% in 2018, says research
Salaries for increasingly popular technology roles such as cyber security are set to rise over the next year Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
30 Jan 2018
Government surveillance regime unlawful, court rules in Tom Watson case
Appeal court ruled in favour of Labour MP Tom Watson in a legal battle with the government over the UK’s surveillance laws, leading to calls to rethink controversial Investigatory Powers Act Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jan 2018
IT Priorities 2018: Data protection a top priority ahead of GDPR
Data protection continues to be a key focus for IT security investment for European firms in 2018, as does the emphasis on cloud and mobile security as companies move to these technology platforms Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
30 Jan 2018
Most online retail sites put customers at risk of phishing
Most top online retail sites fail to protect consumers from phishing attacks, a study has revealed Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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Opinion
29 Jan 2018
Security Think Tank: Humans and AI machines in harmony
How can organisations evolve their security operations teams to do more automation of basic tasks and cope with dynamic IT environments? Continue Reading
By- Piers Wilson, IISP
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News
29 Jan 2018
Millennials set to disrupt authentication, shows IBM study
Young adults are lax on passwords, but are more comfortable than older generations with biometric and multifactor authentication, an IBM study shows Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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Blog Post
29 Jan 2018
GDPR’s latest gift? Class action privacy cases
Europeans will in future be able to bring US-style class actions for (alleged) privacy violations, instead of having to sue individually and expensively. It’s thanks to a little-known clause of the ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Betts, Freeform Dynamics
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News
29 Jan 2018
NGO to fight for GDPR rights set to launch
A new breed of NGO aimed at helping EU citizens fight for privacy rights under the GDPR is set to launch after achieving the minimum funding required Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
29 Jan 2018
Business cyber crime up 63%, UK stats show
Despite an overall decrease in fraud and computer misuse in 2017, the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports show that incidents involving computer misuse and malware against business are way up Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
28 Jan 2018
How blockchain can secure the IoT
By doing away with a central authority in internet of things (IoT) networks, blockchain technology can reduce the risk of IoT devices being compromised by a single point of security failure Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
26 Jan 2018
ICO launches data protection excellence award
UK’s privacy watchdog launches data protection excellence award to mark international Data Protection Day, as security suppliers issue data protection tips and guidelines Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
26 Jan 2018
UK likely to remain strategic EU data protection partner
Head of European Union’s independent data protection authority says UK is likely to remain a strategic partner in data protection after Brexit Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
25 Jan 2018
Ransomware was most popular cyber crime tool in 2017
Detections of ransomware increased by more than 90% last year compared with 2016 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
25 Jan 2018
Security spending not on most-effective controls, report reveals
While planned spending on IT security is up globally, so too are data breaches, with evidence mounting that hackers are hitting the bottom line, a global security survey reveals Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
24 Jan 2018
Most UK organisations unaware of new data protection laws
The UK’s digital and culture secretary is urging businesses and charities to prepare for stronger data protection laws in the light of new information Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
24 Jan 2018
GDPR worries hit cloud storage investments, says survey
NetApp-sponsored survey finds lack of customer confidence in cloud service providers’ retention of GDPR-affected data has led organisations to rethink and scale back cloud investments Continue Reading
By- Antony Adshead, Storage Editor
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News
24 Jan 2018
AI is moving towards acceptance in cyber security, says Check Point
Artificial intelligence is well on its way to being a useful tool in the cyber security professional’s kit, but according to Check Point, there are still big challenges to overcome Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
24 Jan 2018
Sweden puts government IT outsourcing under increased scrutiny
Government introduces rules to tighten security in IT outsourcing deals following a very public data leak last year Continue Reading
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News
24 Jan 2018
Two-thirds of startups ill-prepared for GDPR
While most startups collect personal data, a survey reveals that many are not very well prepared for compliance with the EU’s forthcoming data protection regulation Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
24 Jan 2018
NHS organisations to get cyber security alerts service
As part of a deal between NHS Digital and Microsoft, NHS organisations will be able to get a threat detection service, alerting them to any cyber security issues Continue Reading
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News
24 Jan 2018
Dark web Dream Market drives cyber fraud industry
An international operation shut down the AlphaBay and Hansa marketplaces in July 2017, but new ones have sprung up on the dark web, with one in particular helping to drive cyber fraud Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
23 Jan 2018
Thousands of critical systems affected by serious security flaws
Multiple and serious vulnerabilities have been found in a software management system widely used in corporate and industrial control environments, researchers warn Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
23 Jan 2018
Facebook offers funding to secure the internet
Facebook has announced that it is offering funding for research into ways of improving internet security Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
23 Jan 2018
New controversies as Trump passes US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act
The amended Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which seeks to legitimise US surveillance on foreigners, has been signed off by president Trump Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2018
Interview: Kaspar Korjus, Estonian e-Residency lead
As the number of people signing up to become Estonian e-residents exceeds the country’s birth rate, Computer Weekly speaks to the man heading up the programme Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
23 Jan 2018
Uncontrolled cyber attacks on UK cyber defenders’ radar
Uncontrolled cyber attacks are just as much a threat as targeted attacks, according to the UK’s cyber defence agency, which continues to consider a major cyber attack imminent Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
23 Jan 2018
China’s Yitu eyes ASEAN market with facial recognition know-how
Facial recognition software specialist Yitu, which recently won a face identification accuracy contest in the US, has already nabbed regional clients such as Singapore’s Certis Cisco Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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E-Zine
23 Jan 2018
Will banking regulations create a new Big Bang?
In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at two important new financial services regulations, PSD2 and open banking, which promise to revolutionise the industry by opening up customer data. We ask security researchers to explain the Spectre and Meltdown processor flaws and how to tackle them. And we examine the NVMe protocol and its likely benefits for storage technologies. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Jan 2018
GDPR: Not too late to ensure real risks will be addressed
With just four months to go before the General Data Protection Regulation compliance deadline, there is a growing anxiety in many parts of the regulated community that their GDPR plans may not be fit for purpose Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
22 Jan 2018
Almost a quarter of London businesses unaware of GDPR
Nearly one in four London businesses unaware of new data protection regulation, a survey has revealed, with just months before the compliance deadline Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
22 Jan 2018
Norwegian healthcare breach alert failed GDPR requirements
Norwegian healthcare authorities failed General Data Protection Regulation requirements for notifying those affected by a personal data breach by waiting a week before disclosing a breach discovered on 8 January 2018 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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News
22 Jan 2018
Judge will take time to seek answers from EU court over Max Schrems Facebook privacy fight
The Irish High Court will take time to decide what questions to put before the European Court of Justice in a case with significant implications for EU and US trade and the privacy of EU citizens Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2018
European Parliament votes to restrict exports of surveillance equipment
European Parliament votes to tighten export controls to restrict supply of surveillance and encryption technology to states with poor human rights records amid fears British companies may not have to comply after Brexit Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2018
Cyber attackers exploiting trust in FTP servers
Some cyber attackers are exploiting trust in FTP servers to distribute malware, security researchers warn Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Security Editor
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Feature
22 Jan 2018
The rights and wrongs about GDPR compliance
We explore some common myths surrounding the forthcoming General Data Protection Regulation Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2018
Create security culture to boost cyber defences, says Troy Hunt
Security suffers when there is tension between software developers and security professionals, but it is common in many organisations, says world-renowned security blogger and trainer Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
18 Jan 2018
Cyber attackers upped their game in 2017, warns report
Cyber attackers ranging from criminals to nation states have upped their game in the past year, “moving the needle” in terms of tactics, techniques and procedures, a report by a cyber security firm warns Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
17 Jan 2018
Business needs to reduce cyber threat to payment card data
Cardholder data is a prime target for cyber criminals, and that is only likely to increase in the coming year, according to a cloud-based secure payments firm Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
17 Jan 2018
North Korean hackers tied to cryptocurrency attacks in South Korea
North Korea's Lazarus Group targeted South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges and users in late 2017, but may soon go after exchanges and users in other countries, warns report Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
17 Jan 2018
Davos: Disintegration of the internet could create economic turmoil
Politicians and business leaders will discuss the risks posed by fake news, cyber attacks, and artificial intelligence to jobs, political stability and global security, at the World Economic Forum in Davos Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jan 2018
Vulnerability exploit report shows importance of patching
Latest vulnerability exploit report by security firm AlienVault shows the most popular vulnerabilities remain exploited for several years Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
16 Jan 2018
LeakedSource operator could face up to 10 years in jail
Canadian man accused of selling stolen identities and passwords on website Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jan 2018
Sweden pilots surveillance technology to combat terrorism and crime
The Swedish police and security agencies are trialling surveillance equipment to help them respond to terrorism and crime more quickly Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
16 Jan 2018
Skygofree Android spyware active since 2014, say researchers
Powerful, highly advanced spyware has been targeting Android mobiles for the past four years, security researchers have discovered Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
16 Jan 2018
How to fix the Meltdown and Spectre chip flaws
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as CIOs come to terms with the Meltdown and Spectre processor flaws that make every computer a security risk, we examine how to protect your IT estate. We find out how Alexa-style voice recognition smart speakers can help with CRM strategies and open up new sources of customer data. And we look at how the public sector is implementing DevOps and the benefits being delivered. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jan 2018
London cyber security careers fair highlights opportunities
A cyber security careers fair in London on 17 January 2018 is aimed at anyone thinking of a career in the field, including experienced professionals and students Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
15 Jan 2018
Ohio computer programmer faces 16 criminal charges over monitoring thousands of computers
A 28-year-old computer expert has been charged for monitoring thousands of computers, using a form of malware he created Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jan 2018
Call for statutory regulation of police number plate cameras amid concerns over accuracy
The UK’s automatic number plate recognition database – one the largest non-military data-gathering systems – records up to 1.2 million false readings of number plates every day. It should be subject to statutory regulation, says an independent watchdog Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jan 2018
Check Point finds AdultSwine malware in Google Play apps
Security researchers have discovered new malware code hidden in game apps, mainly aimed at youngsters Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
12 Jan 2018
Intel makes security-first pledge
As it scrambles to deal with the Meltdown and Spectre processor exploits, Intel has made a series of security commitments Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
12 Jan 2018
F-Secure highlights another critical Intel security issue
As Intel scrambles to issue security updates to address the Meltdown and Spectre exploits, researchers have highlighted another, unrelated, critical security issue that could affect millions of corporate laptops Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Feature
11 Jan 2018
How secure are smart energy grids?
The improved efficiency of smart grids need to be weighed against the cost of security - presenting a unique opportunity for the tech sector and a new market for security companies Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2018
Spyware targets North Korean dissidents via social links, says McAfee
Researchers at security firm McAfee have confirmed that social networks are being used to target North Korean dissidents with spyware Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Jan 2018
EC underlines need for data transfer agreement post-Brexit
The European Commission has emphasised the importance of having a data transfer agreement in place after the UK leaves the European Union Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Jan 2018
UAE tech growth prompts firms to review internal IT security
As IT becomes more prominent in the UAE economy, more and more internal connections between people and systems are created, all of which need to be secured Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2018
ICO fines Carphone Warehouse £400,000
Mobile retailer hit with one of the highest fines for putting personal data at risk as UK privacy watchdog warns that more stringent data protection laws will apply from 25 May 2018 Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Jan 2018
Max Schrems champions NGO to fight for GDPR rights
Privacy activist whose legal challenge of Facebook led to the scrapping of the Safe Harbour Agreement says crowdfunding a new type of non-government organisation is essential to deliver privacy rights Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Jan 2018
Meltdown and Spectre a big deal for enterprises
Although consumers are relatively unaffected by the recently disclosed security vulnerabilities in most modern processors, enterprises need to take the threat seriously. Computer Weekly looks at how enterprise IT and security professionals should be approaching these threats Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
09 Jan 2018
Countdown to GDPR
In this week’s Computer Weekly, with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) coming in to force this year, we look at the challenges for businesses to comply by the 25 May deadline. We examine the future for HPE as CEO Meg Whitman steps down. And we find out how the move to hyper-converged systems affects your backup strategy. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2018
Cyber attacks in 2017 drive Nordic security efforts
The volume of cyber attacks last year has increased boardroom focus on security in the Nordic region Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2018
Intel to set up new group to focus on hardware security
Chip maker is reportedly planning to form a new group to focus on hardware security as it scrambles to limit the impact of recently discovered security flaws in chip designs Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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09 Jan 2018
Top UK and US firms still overestimating GDPR readiness
Less than five months before the compliance deadline for the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), most top UK and US firms are still overestimating their state of readiness, a study suggests Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2018
Sweden steps up cyber defence measures
Sweden is tightening up its cyber security defences as part of a wider national security strategy Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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Feature
08 Jan 2018
Get tooled up to meet GDPR requirements
We look at options for tools to help organisations comply with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation Continue Reading
By- Renee Murphy
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News
05 Jan 2018
Patch systems against Meltdown and Spectre, urges ICO
UK’s data protection watchdog is calling for organisations to apply security updates to mitigate against exploits of microprocessor flaws as soon as possible to safeguard personal data Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
05 Jan 2018
2018 could be year of critical infrastructure attacks, says report
The coming year is likely to see an increase in the number of cyber attacks on critical national infrastructure (CNI), according to a report based on experts’ forecasts Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Opinion
04 Jan 2018
Zero in on your zero-day vulnerabilities
A zero-day attack comes, by definition, out of the blue. You cannot predict its nature or assess how much damage it might cause, but you can take some basic steps to protect yourself from a potentially crippling cyber strike Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2018
Critical Intel security patch will slow PCs, servers and Macs
AMD shares rise on news that the performance of millions of Windows PCs, Linux servers and Apple Macs is to be impacted by critical updates for a recently discovered security flaw in Intel chips manufactured in the past 10 years Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst