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Cybercrime stories - Page 6

Any use of network connected electronic devices such as computers or smartphones for criminal activity is classified as cybercrime. With a long history starting with the misuse of telephone systems (such as ‘phreaking’), cybercrime today includes the creation and distribution of viruses, ransomware, keyloggers and other malware, the download and use of malware produced by others, social engineering tactics such as phishing or (physical) impersonation, the theft and use of credentials for accessing computer systems or networks, and the theft of privileged data. Cybercrime is a broad and dynamic field, with cybercriminals constantly adapting their methods in pursuit of usually financial goals, but also occasionally seeking to disrupt, embarrass or shame their targets.
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CertNZ warns NZ users of Kaseya VSA to shut it down
Sun, 4th Jul 2021
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New Zealand organisations using Kaseya VSA software warned of Russian-based ransomware attack, CertNZ urges shutdown.
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Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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Surge in cybercrime ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2021 as almost 80% of domains with the word Amazon are potentially dangerous, warns Check Point Research.
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Trade secret protection rapidly rising up the corporate agenda
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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According to a report by @TheEIU, corporates fear cybercrime and employee leaks as the biggest risks to protecting trade secrets.
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The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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Cybercrime is rising in New Zealand, but victims often struggle to get justice. Anusha Bradley investigates how to better protect cybercrime victims.
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McAfee’s new expansion combines AI learning techniques with human analysis
Wed, 19th May 2021
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McAfee has released a substantial expansion to its XDR platform aimed at proactively stopping targeted attacks.
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Surge of SMS scams impersonating meal kit delivery companies
Wed, 19th May 2021
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Tessian warns of growing trend of SMS scams targeting meal kit delivery companies, as COVID-19 lockdowns increase their usage.
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Cybercriminals take bold steps forward as confidence soars - CrowdStrike report
Wed, 3rd Mar 2021
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Criminals are especially interested in targeting the supply chain as it enables them to go after multiple targets from a single intrusion point.
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COVID-19 sees 400% surge in cyber crime
Wed, 23rd Dec 2020
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COVID-19 crisis leads to a surge in cyber crimes, with online scams increasing by over 400% in March 2020, according to new research.
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NCSC prevents $70m harm against NZ's nationally significant organisations
Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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New Zealand’s nationally significant organisations have faced at least 352 cyber incidents in the 2019/2020 year, but the dangers are far from over.
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AFP arrests two men with ties to Australian SMS phishing scheme
Tue, 29th Sep 2020
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Two men have been arrested for their roles in an SMS phishing scheme that conned Australians out of money and identities.
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Sophos deconstructs Dharma, the 'fast food franchise' ransomware
Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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Dharma ransomware has become a profitable business for cybercriminals, targeting small and medium businesses with devastating results.
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MailGuard intercepts sinister cybercrime emails notifying users of COVID-19 “relief payment”
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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COVID-19 crisis exploited by scammers in new email ruse, warns MailGuard.
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Getting the Board on board: How to talk cyber risk to the C-Suite suits
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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In an era of heightened risk, effective communication between cybersecurity chiefs and business leaders at the board level has never been more important.
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Report: Majority of New Zealanders exposed to cyber crime
Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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Over a third of Kiwis hit by cyber crime, losing NZ$108m last year.
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Acronis: Lack of backup process within organisations causing data losses
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Traditional strategies and solutions to data protection are no longer able to keep up with the modern IT needs of individuals and organisations.
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Scammers using Bitcoin, sextortion to take advantage of Coronavirus fears
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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As people's fear and desire to do something about COVID-19 is dominating the news, it is also being exploited in every way by online criminals.
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Verizon expands security portfolio with new solutions to combat cybercrime
Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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Verizon bolsters cyber defences with new security tools & enhanced response service to tackle cybercrime.
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Cyber attacks worsening among Australian businesses, costing economy $1 billion a year
Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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Aussie firms hit by rising cyber attacks; costing economy over £1bn.
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Interview: Group-IB outlines global threats to stability in cyberspace
Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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CyberCrimeCon report warns of mounting cyber threats from state-sponsored hackers and APTs.
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Interview: Cloudera on why analytics is key in the fight against financial crime
Mon, 2nd Dec 2019
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Westpac scandal highlights urgent need for better financial crime prevention, says Cloudera's Dr Harmon.
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In brief: What's on at CyberCrimeCon 2019 Singapore
Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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CyberCrimeCon 2019 Singapore on November 29 will showcase threat analysis, world-class expertise, and best practices in cybersecurity.
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Singapore to make acquaintance with Group-IB’s CyberCrimeCon
Tue, 19th Nov 2019
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CyberCrimeCon 2019 to spotlight global cybercrime in Singapore this November.
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Hackers increasingly ‘island hopping’ – so what does it mean?
Tue, 14th May 2019
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Cyberattacks escalate as hackers exploit supply chains, urging firms for vigilance.
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Biggest security threat in Australia? Survey says it’s phishing
Mon, 13th May 2019
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Survey: 44% of Aussie firms rate phishing top cyber threat; security budgets tighten amid rising incidents.