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Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges
Ransomware

Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges

The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
BlueVoyant appoints ex-NSA Chief Rob Joyce to its board
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

BlueVoyant appoints ex-NSA Chief Rob Joyce to its board

BlueVoyant has appointed cybersecurity veteran Rob Joyce as an independent director, bolstering its strategic vision amid growing demand for advanced cyber protection.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Attestiv unveils deepfake detection tool for video
Generative AI

Attestiv unveils deepfake detection tool for video

Attestiv has unveiled a new deepfake detection platform to help individuals and businesses tackle the rise of fake videos amid growing digital deception concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Memory safety vulnerabilities continue to plague ICS: Here's what to do about it
Cybersecurity

Memory safety vulnerabilities continue to plague ICS: Here's what to do about it

Memory safety vulnerabilities are surging in industrial control systems, with over 3,000 reported in 2022, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures.

By Shane Fry • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats
Multi-factor authentication

Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats

A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics

A joint advisory from international agencies warns of Iranian cyber actors targeting critical infrastructure sectors using brute force tactics for credential compromise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Expert insights on NSA's new guidelines for Active Directory security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Expert insights on NSA's new guidelines for Active Directory security

The NSA, alongside international partners, has unveiled vital new guidelines to bolster security for Active Directory systems amid rising cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet
Storage

NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet

The New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre has teamed up with global partners to tackle a China-linked botnet compromising over 260,000 devices globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Former ReFirm Labs CEO joins NetRise as senior VP
Internet of Things

Former ReFirm Labs CEO joins NetRise as senior VP

Terry Dunlap joins NetRise as Senior VP of Corporate Strategy and Development, bringing valuable cybersecurity expertise to bolster innovation and growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation
Health Technologies

OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation

OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Revamp of cyber security measures needed amid rising global threats
Digital Transformation

Revamp of cyber security measures needed amid rising global threats

Organisations must revamp cybersecurity as digital advancements increasingly expose businesses and public services to cyber threats.

By Leon Poggioli • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2023
Former Northrop Grumman Executive Joins QuSecure Leadership Team
Space

Former Northrop Grumman Executive Joins QuSecure Leadership Team

QuSecure has named former Northrop Grumman executive Aaron Moore as EVP, Head of Engineering to lead its engineering and software development.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
Former NSA Director Joins Duality Advisory Board
Unified Communications

Former NSA Director Joins Duality Advisory Board

Former NSA Director Michael Rogers joins Duality Technologies as advisor for privacy-preserving data collaboration in public and private sectors.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2023
Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia as CEO of Mandiant
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia as CEO of Mandiant

Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia, CEO of Mandiant and cybersecurity expert, to its board and forms a Security Advisory Council to advise on emerging threats.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022
Huawei chairman accuses the US of spying
Spying

Huawei chairman accuses the US of spying

Huawei chairman Guo Ping accuses the US of using its corporate partnerships to spy globally, as tensions rise over Huawei's role in 5G development.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 5 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2019
'Leaker' behind massive NSA breach possibly still working at agency
Breach Prevention

'Leaker' behind massive NSA breach possibly still working at agency

A cybersecurity expert has said it is a 'stunning admission' by the former CIA director about the NSA breach that is being touted as catastrophic.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2017

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Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information

Simple checks can stop account takeovers and phishing, from stronger passwords and two-factor authentication to encrypted connections and attachments.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Jan 2019