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IDC forecasts that the ANZ spending on the Internet of Things (IoT) will reach $24 billion in 2026, a compounded annual growth rate of 10% for 2021-26.

DHL is the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, with scammers accounting for 22% of all attempts worldwide, warns a new report.

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The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.

FormBook is now the most prevalent malware, taking over from Emotet, which has held that position since its reappearance in January.

There is now a need for all organisations to have a security operations centre with 24/7 monitoring, response, and threat-hunting capabilities.

Check Point has helped global shoe company Clarks overhaul its cybersecurity with a consolidated approach, improving security and saving costs.

Check Point Software uncovers vulnerabilities in Xiaomi's mobile payment system, potentially affecting up to 1 billion users. Fixes have been provided.

When breaking down the numbers to education attacks by region in July 2022, ANZ was the most heavily attacked.

Retailers and the wholesale sector saw the largest spike in ransomware attacks, with an alarming increase of 182%. .

Social media platform LinkedIn has continued its reign as the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Research.

New Android banking malware, MaliBot, emerges following FluBot takedown. It disguises itself as crypto mining apps and targets mobile banking users.

The partnership will involve Check Point Quantum IoT Protect Nano Agent being embedded in Provision-ISR’s CCTV cameras for on-device runtime protection.

Check Point Research has identified a security flaw in Rarible, an NFT marketplace with over two million active users.

Cybersecurity company Check Point Software says phishing attacks targeted towards LinkedIn jumped by 44% in 2022 Q1.

Check Point Software is supporting the Rakia Israeli space mission by hosting communication to the specialised control centre.

Russian and Ukraine-themed war documents have become the lure of choice for cyber espionage, according to a new analysis from Check Point Research.

Check Point's Harmony Endpoint has been recognized as a leader in MITRE Engenuity ATT-CK Evaluations for the second year in a row.

Organisations are seeking new ways to protect their expanding attack surface and maintain stability, according to Trend Micro.

Fraudulent donation pages promising aid to the Ukraine are appearing on the Darknet, according to Check Point Software.

Cyberattacks on Ukraine's government and military have dropped by 50% in the last week, according to Check Point Research.

As the cyber threat landscape evolves and becomes more dangerous every year, protecting IT infrastructure will only become more challenging.

In February, the top malware impacting New Zealand cyber incidents was Sohanad (3.96%), followed by SnakeKeylogger and Formbook.

Emotet, Formbook and Trickbot have remained the top three malwares affecting Australians in the month of February, according to new research.