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With $2.5m in its pocket, local security firm Kasada sets its sights on the US

Two Australian venture capital firms have raised $2.5 million for local cybersecurity firm Kasada, which will now set its sights on the US market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018

Malware

Attackers exploit macro-less Office documents to create havoc

Cybercriminals use Microsoft Office documents to conduct 'macro-less' attacks that dodge organisations' defences and inject malware.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018

Risk & Compliance

iJET International expands 24/7 risk management to APAC through Singapore base

iJet International enhances its 24/7 risk management footprint in APAC with a new Singapore base, boosting global capabilities and local support.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Mar 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Malicious 'bad bots' account for more web traffic than ever before

4% of bad bot traffic is made up of moderate or sophisticated bots, which evade detection by distributing their attacks over multiple IP addresses.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Mar 2018

Encryption

Encryption firm Echoworx moves into 'underserved' Asia Pacific region

Echoworx plans to bring encryption to the 'underserved' Asia Pacific market, starting with a data center in Australia.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Mar 2018

Phishing

Malaysians urged to watch out for clickbait and 'fake news' as election season approaches

Quann Malaysia is warning Malaysians to be vigilant and watch for clickbait phishing links as the 14th Malaysian General Elections get closer.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Mar 2018

Private Cloud

STUDY: How security managers protect data in public and private clouds

More data is being stored in the cloud, where IT departments have less control over it – and this trend is only set to continue.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Mar 2018

Encryption

iPhone unlockers set a dangerous precedent for abuse, says security expert

Apple's attempts to prevent iPhone unlocking have been circumvented by a third-party provider, potentially giving law enforcement access to sensitive data.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Mar 2018

Malware

Report finds legacy cybersecurity a cinch for modern cybercrime

Data collected in 2017 shows that attacks like ransomware and cryptojacking are easily bypassing legacy security solutions due to lax businesses.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Mar 2018

EduTech

Tech Data brings Lightspeed Systems to ANZ with new distie deal

Lightspeed Systems is an education technology provider that partners with schools to deliver mobility and management solution programs.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Mar 2018

Cybersecurity

CSA chief David Koh recognised for contributions to Singapore's cybersecurity prowess

David Koh, chief of CSA, honoured with Billington CyberSecurity International Leadership Award for pioneering Singapore's cybersecurity advancements.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Mar 2018

Hyperscale

Baidu backs Seagate's new hard drive for hyperscale data centers

Baidu has endorsed Seagate's latest 14TB Exos X14 drive, designed to enhance performance and capacity in hyperscale data centres amidst soaring data growth.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018

Distributed Denial of Service

The next major DDoS battleground: DNSSEC a 'significant new risk'

DDoS attacks using amplification to increase severity rose 110% in Q4 2017, with DNSSEC to blame for the surge, according to Nexusguard's Q4 2017 Threat Report.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018

Cloud Services

Kiwi startup DROPIT's live auctions to feature at Formula One Grand Prix

DROPIT is an interactive, fan engagement app connecting sponsors and teams with their fans during drop auctions.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018

Data Privacy

APEC says there's a balance between privacy and data flow for digital trade

The future of trade will balance eCommerce and consumer protection, says APEC. It highlights challenges in dealing with data protection.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Mar 2018

Breach Prevention

Businesses confident about their 'cyber resilience' - but 77% don't have an incident response plan

Most organisations lack a formal cybersecurity incident response plan, but feel more cyber resilient than last year, according to a study by IBM and Ponemon.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018

Encryption

Decrypted: Phantom Secure takedown a 'significant blow' against Australia's organised crime networks

Australian, US and Canadian law enforcement agencies collaborate to bust Canadian security firm providing encrypted communications to organised crime market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018

Malware

China cyberespionage group targets US maritime & engineering sectors

A China-based cyberespionage group may be targeting United States engineering and maritime industries tied up in activities about the South China Sea.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018