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Compromised websites spreading Chtonic banking trojan

Thu, 12th Apr 2018
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Affected websites that use outdated versions of WordPress, Joomla and Squarespace content management systems may be compromised.
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'Utterly frightening': UK's critical infrastructure is under attack

Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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​The NCSC recently issued a warning that the UK's critical infrastructure has been under cyberattack for at least a year.
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New Panda Banker campaign targets Japan's financial institutions

Wed, 4th Apr 2018
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Popular banking malware Panda Banker, also known as PandaBot and Zeus Panda is reportedly targeting Japan's financial institutions for the first time.
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INFINIDAT announces public cloud and data protection product lines

Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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INFINIDAT launches Neutrix Cloud for high-performance public storage and InfiniGuard for enhanced data protection, boasting a 10x restore performance.
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iPhone unlockers set a dangerous precedent for abuse, says security expert

Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Apple's attempts to prevent iPhone unlocking have been circumvented by a third-party provider, potentially giving law enforcement access to sensitive data.
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CSA chief David Koh recognised for contributions to Singapore's cybersecurity prowess

Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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David Koh, chief of CSA, honoured with Billington CyberSecurity International Leadership Award for pioneering Singapore's cybersecurity advancements.
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Cryptomining malware affected 42% organisations worldwide in Feb

Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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This persistent threat not only continues to chip away at enterprise CPU power, but once inside a network can carry out other malicious acts.
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Former UK security minister warns NZ about importance of digital infrastructure protection

Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Former UK Security Minister Admiral Lord Alan West warns New Zealanders about the critical need to protect digital infrastructure amidst rising cyber threats.
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Cybercriminals laundering $200b in ill-gotten gains – here's how

Sat, 17th Mar 2018
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​A new report from Bromium has landed with a number of startling findings, including the confirmation of a bustling cybercrime laundry market.
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Everything you need to know about microservices in today's agile world

Tue, 13th Mar 2018
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Microservices will continue to grow in popularity this year, as more companies realise significant business benefits.
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Cryptomining malware a genuine threat to organizations, NTT Security says

Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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There are more than 12,000 Monero mining malware samples 66% of which were submitted between November and December 2017.
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Xero climbs into ASX100 as Vocus Group dropped

Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Xero, the New Zealand-based cloud accounting software, has been added to the ASX100, while telecommunications company Vocus Group is removed.
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Blueliv makes plea for cybercrime intelligence sharing across industries

Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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With malware continually evolving, Blueliv says it's crucial that the 'good guys' begin to collaborate in the fight against cybercrime.
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Criminals abuse email attachments to cash in on 'booming' black market for stolen passwords

Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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Barracuda warns of a 'booming black market' for stolen passwords as cybercriminals increasingly use phishing emails to distribute malware.
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OVUM: Where are enterprises looking to really use AI?

Tue, 27th Feb 2018
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Artificial intelligence (AI) remains highly in vogue as a technology topic across the media and within the IT supplier landscape.
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Kiwi AI company's digital human being tested at UK bank

Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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While NatWest will only deploy Soul Machines' technology if it successfully completes a pilot, it could be used to help free up time human advisors.
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Check Point releases January's 'most wanted' malware

Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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23% of organisations around the world were affected by Check Point's 'most wanted' malware in January, a 'lucrative' revenue stream for criminals.
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Microsoft Dynamics brandjacked in latest wave of email scams

Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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Microsoft Dynamics is one of the latest applications to have its branding mimicked through phishing attacks that collect Microsoft login credentials.
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AU & UK partnership creates secure open banking data system

Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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Australians will be able to download their transactions into a 'secure cloud library' that they own and access.
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Criminals exploit SSL encryption & free certificates in malware attacks

Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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Firms may not inspect SSL traffic because they assume it comes from trusted sources. That has now changed and SSL is now a 'significant' blind spot'.