Industry News
Proofpoint uncovers malware delivery service for hire
Security company Proofpoint has provided details of a staged malware downloader they are calling WhiteShadow that exploits Office macros and SQL commands. [ + ]
Companies detect only 1% of IaaS misconfiguration incidents
Ninety per cent of companies said they have experienced a security issue while using IaaS, but a new report shows they may not be aware of just how many they're facing. [ + ]
Telco complaints fall a further 21% in FY19
Complaints to Australia's Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman continued to decline last financial year, but complex complaints took longer to resolve. [ + ]
CREST offers new cybersecurity qualifications in Australia
CREST International opens its new Australian Chapter, giving Australasian businesses and individuals access to extra cybersecurity qualifications. [ + ]
Windows 10 now on 900 million devices
Windows 10 has seen massive growth over the past year, adding more devices than any previous year — including 100 million devices in the last six months alone. [ + ]
Nominations open for Telstra Business Women's Awards
Telstra is calling for nominations for the 2020 Business Women's Awards, recognising successful women in leadership across all sectors, including tech. [ + ]
5G now a key consideration for smartphone buyers
More than 60% of Australian consumers planning to buy a smartphone before the end of next year consider 5G support to be a key purchasing criteria. [ + ]
AustCyber launches Canberra Cyber Security Innovation Node
Canberra's cybersecurity capabilities are set to move up a gear under a partnership between AustCyber and the ACT Government. [ + ]
Nominations open for NT Digital Excellence Awards 2019
The NT Government is calling for nominations for this year's Digital Excellence Awards, celebrating the Territory's digital achievements. [ + ]
Zoho expands Australian presence
Business application developer Zoho has established a presence at two Equinix data centres in Sydney and Melbourne to help support local customers. [ + ]
Greenbox to expand to NZ after acquring Recytech
Australian IT asset management company Greenbox is set to expand into the NZ market after acquiring Auckland-based IT asset disposal company Recytech. [ + ]
Microsoft extends life of Exchange Server 2010
Microsoft has revealed it is extending the end of support date for Exchange Server 2010 for a further 10 months until October 2020. [ + ]
ACMA takes action against Infinity Telecom
ACMA has issued remedial directions against Sydney-based telco Infinity Telecom after finding it to be in breach of multiple consumer safeguards. [ + ]
Australia 7th top phishing host country, RSA reports
Australia fronted just over 3% of the world's phishing attacks last quarter, putting it at number seven in the top phishing hosting countries, RSA said. [ + ]
nbn to connect traffic signals, cameras and other devices
Traffic signals, automatic teller machines, some types of CCTV and a range of other specialised devices can now connect to the nbn via Network Extensions. [ + ]