Security

Dtex Systems boosts cybersecurity in Australia

05 December, 2017

Start-up company Dtex Systems has just opened its regional headquarters in Canberra.


Apple red-faced after major macOS bug found

30 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Apple has patched a major security vulnerability that allowed root access to Macs running the latest High Sierra operating system without the need to enter a password.


Millions of PCs at risk from Intel firmware flaw

27 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Intel has discovered vulnerabilities in the firmware of a range of processors that could potentially allow attackers to remotely execute code or gain access to sensitive information.


Small business flags cybercrime concerns in survey

22 November, 2017

Most small businesses rate cybercrime as their third biggest risk, according to a national survey.


2018 to be another 'brutal' year for cyber threats

21 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Malwarebytes has forecast a rise in cryptojacking, PowerShell-based attacks and the use of worms to launch malware in the coming year.


Biometric passwords popular among frustrated digital users

17 November, 2017

The vast majority of people use the same password across multiple accounts, a new survey has found.


No proof Kaspersky tools used to breach US fed systems

16 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

A US Department of Homeland Security Official told a house committee it currently has no credible evidence that Kaspersky Lab antivirus software has been exploited to hack into US Government systems.


Apple's Face ID defeated, claims team

15 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

A $200 face mask made in just five days is capable of defeating Apple's Face ID recognition system, a Vietnamese security company claims.


Israel's CyberGym opens global HQ in Melbourne

13 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Cybersecurity training company CyberGym has launched its new global headquarters and cybersecurity training arena in Melbourne.


A/NZ sitting on IoT security time bomb

13 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Close to two-thirds of business and IT leaders are anxious about IoT security risks, but only 31% say their organisation plans to increase their IoT security budget.


Australia heavily targeted by drive-by mining

09 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Australia is the most heavily targeted nation among eight major Asia–Pacific markets by 'drive-by' cryptocurrency mining attacks.


Cyber cooperation between DFAT and Sense of Security

08 November, 2017

Sense of Security and DFAT are working together to enhance cybersecurity in the Indo–Pacific region.


Australia is a ransomware hotspot

07 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Ransomware accounted for well over half of all cyber threats in Australia during the past six months as attacks on both Windows and other platforms increased, a SophosLabs report indicates.


Infringement notice served on TPG Internet for spam emails

06 November, 2017

Spam breaches have led to TPG Internet paying a $360,000 infringement notice.


Netflix, Microsoft spoofed in email scams

06 November, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-Embling

Cybercriminals continue to hijack trusted brands in email-based phishing attacks, with scam campaigns mimicking Netflix, Office 365 and Telstra all emerging in the past few weeks.


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