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What’s the story around cyber attackers and IoT devices?
Wed, 9th Nov 2022
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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.
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Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report
Wed, 26th Oct 2022
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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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Check Point launches new MSSP program to accelerate growth
Fri, 21st Oct 2022
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Benefits include a fully integrated security portfolio, automated processes and access to hundreds of Check Point experts and researchers.
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SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study
Wed, 12th Oct 2022
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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.
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August's top malware: Emotet knocked off top spot
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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FormBook is now the most prevalent malware, taking over from Emotet, which has held that position since its reappearance in January.
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Check Point Software Technologies launches new Horizon innovation
Thu, 15th Sep 2022
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advanced persistent threat protection
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it infrastructure
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cyber attacks
There is now a need for all organisations to have a security operations centre with 24/7 monitoring, response, and threat-hunting capabilities.
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Global retailer overhauls cybersecurity posture with Check Point
Thu, 8th Sep 2022
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endpoint protection
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network management
Check Point has helped global shoe company Clarks overhaul its cybersecurity with a consolidated approach, improving security and saving costs.
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Check Point Research finds vulnerabilities in Xiaomi's mobile payment mechanism
Thu, 18th Aug 2022
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commerce systems
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payment gateways
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research
Check Point Software uncovers vulnerabilities in Xiaomi's mobile payment system, potentially affecting up to 1 billion users. Fixes have been provided.
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Education sector seeing highest volumes of cyber attacks
Fri, 12th Aug 2022
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When breaking down the numbers to education attacks by region in July 2022, ANZ was the most heavily attacked.
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Ransomware now impacts 1 out of 40 organisations a week
Fri, 29th Jul 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Retailers and the wholesale sector saw the largest spike in ransomware attacks, with an alarming increase of 182%. .
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LinkedIn, Microsoft top brands to be faked in phishing attempts
Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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email security
Social media platform LinkedIn has continued its reign as the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Research.
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Check Point reveals top malicious threats in June 2022
Fri, 15th Jul 2022
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smartphones
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New Android banking malware, MaliBot, emerges following FluBot takedown. It disguises itself as crypto mining apps and targets mobile banking users.
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Check Point and CCTV expert join forces to boost protection
Thu, 26th May 2022
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The partnership will involve Check Point Quantum IoT Protect Nano Agent being embedded in Provision-ISR’s CCTV cameras for on-device runtime protection.
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Check Point discovers security flaw in major NFT marketplace
Thu, 21st Apr 2022
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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Check Point Research has identified a security flaw in Rarible, an NFT marketplace with over two million active users.
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LinkedIn most imitated in global phishing attacks - report
Wed, 20th Apr 2022
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phishing
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email security
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linkedin
Cybersecurity company Check Point Software says phishing attacks targeted towards LinkedIn jumped by 44% in 2022 Q1.
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Check Point Software supports Rakia mission to space
Wed, 13th Apr 2022
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satellites
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cybersecurity
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innovation
Check Point Software is supporting the Rakia Israeli space mission by hosting communication to the specialised control centre.
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Russian, Ukraine-themed war lure of choice for cyber espionage
Fri, 8th Apr 2022
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cybersecurity
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ukraine
Russian and Ukraine-themed war documents have become the lure of choice for cyber espionage, according to a new analysis from Check Point Research.
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Check Point recognised for leading threat detection solution
Wed, 6th Apr 2022
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cloud services
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Check Point's Harmony Endpoint has been recognized as a leader in MITRE Engenuity ATT-CK Evaluations for the second year in a row.
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Aus experts face record cyber threats, overwhelming workload
Wed, 23rd Mar 2022
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malware
Organisations are seeking new ways to protect their expanding attack surface and maintain stability, according to Trend Micro.
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Fake donation pages promising help to Ukraine appear on Darknet
Mon, 21st Mar 2022
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dark web
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dark net
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fraud
Fraudulent donation pages promising aid to the Ukraine are appearing on the Darknet, according to Check Point Software.
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Cyberattacks on governments beyond Ukraine surge by 21% - Check Point
Thu, 17th Mar 2022
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email security
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phishing
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hackers
Cyberattacks on Ukraine's government and military have dropped by 50% in the last week, according to Check Point Research.
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Check Point reveals cybersecurity challenges for banks, data centers and trading platforms
Tue, 15th Mar 2022
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malware
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banking industry
As the cyber threat landscape evolves and becomes more dangerous every year, protecting IT infrastructure will only become more challenging.
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Check Point Research identifies top malware threats to NZ
Mon, 14th Mar 2022
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ransomware
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malware
In February, the top malware impacting New Zealand cyber incidents was Sohanad (3.96%), followed by SnakeKeylogger and Formbook.
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Top 10 malware impacting Australians - Check Point
Mon, 14th Mar 2022
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malware
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Emotet, Formbook and Trickbot have remained the top three malwares affecting Australians in the month of February, according to new research.