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Ordr improves security and management of connected devices
Malware

Ordr improves security and management of connected devices

It has implemented more than 80 integrations within the Ordr Data Lake while adding security enhancements to accelerate zero trust segmentation.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
Forescout reveals top vulnerabilities impacting OT vendors
IoT Security

Forescout reveals top vulnerabilities impacting OT vendors

Forescout's Vedere Labs has disclosed OT: ICEFALL, naming 56 vulnerabilities affecting devices from 10 operational technology vendors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2022
How rugged devices can support organisations when the cloud goes out
Disaster Recovery

How rugged devices can support organisations when the cloud goes out

Businesses are facing an increased risk from extreme weather events, making rugged devices vital in the case of a disaster.

By Frank Baldrighi • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jun 2022
As the threat landscape evolves, SASE security models may be the answer
Mobile Device Management

As the threat landscape evolves, SASE security models may be the answer

Many organizations lack security solutions for remote employees, according to a new assessment by Check Point Software Technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
TXOne Networks secures industrial operations with latest release
Mobile Device Management

TXOne Networks secures industrial operations with latest release

TXOne Networks, a global provider of ICS and industrial IoT (IIoT) security, has launched a new edition of its portable security device.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jan 2022
The long-tail of COVID-19 and the evolution of ransomware
Malware

The long-tail of COVID-19 and the evolution of ransomware

The long-tail of COVID-19 means security teams are having to deal with user sprawl and device sprawl, causing big headaches in 2022.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Dec 2021
Samsung outlines cybersecurity strategy for devices
Mobile Device Management

Samsung outlines cybersecurity strategy for devices

Samsung is tackling the rise in cyberattacks on smartphones with its Samsung Knox cybersecurity solution, providing end-to-end protection for users' devices.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
Trend Micro bolsters security offering with complete device and identity protection
Mobile Device Management

Trend Micro bolsters security offering with complete device and identity protection

The solution brings together identity theft and dark web monitoring, WiFi protection, password manager and parental controls.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Aug 2021
Apple jumps on the Bluetooth tracker bandwagon pioneered by Tile
Mobile Device Management

Apple jumps on the Bluetooth tracker bandwagon pioneered by Tile

Apple has entered the market for Bluetooth trackers, pioneered by companies like Tile - but as always, Apple puts its own spin on things.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Apr 2021
E-waste becoming a massive issue for businesses, so what can be done?
Unified Communications

E-waste becoming a massive issue for businesses, so what can be done?

COVID-19 has led to a surge in e-waste and data security concerns as employees use more devices, according to a study by Blancco Technology Group. .

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
Nokia phones lead trust rankings finds Counterpoint research
Mobile Device Management

Nokia phones lead trust rankings finds Counterpoint research

Nokia phones are leading the Android ecosystem in providing the fastest software and security updates across the entire portfolio.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Device security stories

Four ways to step up your cyber defence
Data Protection

Four ways to step up your cyber defence

New Zealanders are being urged to tighten account security as attacks rise, with simple steps helping to reduce the risk of theft and identity fraud.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Oct 2020
Mobile malware a rising threat to businesses
Data Protection

Mobile malware a rising threat to businesses

Poor patching and employee privacy concerns are helping mobile malware account for 20 percent of external cyber attacks, a Forrester survey found.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 24th Feb 2019
The top five phishing challenges that lie ahead in 2018
Malware

The top five phishing challenges that lie ahead in 2018

Phishing is expected to drive bigger breaches in 2018 as mobile scams, cloud attacks and ransomware spread beyond email filters.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 21st Jan 2018
Wrong email attachments a thing of the past
Data Protection

Wrong email attachments a thing of the past

Mistaken file sharing could become less risky after a messaging update lets users delete sent attachments from both devices.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Sending an attachment to the wrong person history
Data Protection

Sending an attachment to the wrong person history

A new delete feature lets SafeSwiss users erase mis-sent files from both devices, reducing the risk of leaked business information.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017
CERT report only captures the tip of the iceberg
Data Protection

CERT report only captures the tip of the iceberg

Reported cyber incidents costing NZ companies more than GBP £400,000 in three months may be only a fraction of the true toll, NZTech warns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2017
CERT response team to ward off cyberattacks
Malware

CERT response team to ward off cyberattacks

The new unit will give businesses and internet users a hotline and online tools to report attacks as ransomware and hacking rise.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2017