About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 238
Misconfiguration sees Android user data at risk of being exposed
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
More than 19,300 Android apps have been found to expose user data due to misconfiguration of the Firebase database, according to Avast.
A10 Networks expands security portfolio to bolster Zero Trust architectures
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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malware
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ddos
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zero trust security
A10 Networks has enhanced its security solutions to help customers meet and accelerate their Zero Trust strategies.
Android espionage: ESET uncovers BladeHawk campaign via Facebook
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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smartphones
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facebook
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cyber espionage
ESET researchers uncover targeted mobile espionage campaign against Kurdish group, distributed via Facebook profiles.
Google says NZ's lack of cybersecurity knowledge is putting users at risk
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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google
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netsafe
Nearly 70% of New Zealanders are not actively improving their online security, despite experiencing hacks and scams, says Google.
Lenovo to leverage smart tech as it commits to climate change goals
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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dei
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cleantech
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lenovo
Lenovo commits to ambitious climate change and sustainability goals, including improvements in energy efficiency and use of renewable energy.
91% of industrial companies open to cyber attacks
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
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positive technologies
Over 90% of industrial companies are vulnerable to cyber attacks, with attackers gaining access to critical systems.
The growing cybersecurity menace that is Droppers-as-a-Service
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Droppers for hire are delivering bundles of malicious content to targets looking for cracked versions of popular business and consumer applications.
WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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cybersecurity
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whatsapp
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check point software
Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.
APAC top target for network DDoS attacks - report
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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ddos
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devops
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apm
Asia Pacific top target for network DDoS attacks, with a third of attacks targeting Taiwan, according to new research from Imperva.
Hootsuite deepens partnership with Microsoft Teams
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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uc
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
The deepening of Hootsuite and Microsoft's alliance will enable brands to extend their reach through employee networks.
New IOTech partnership to deliver artificial intelligence and visual inference at the Internet of Things edge
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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iot
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partner programmes
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ai
IOTech partners with Lotus Labs to deliver AI and visual inference solutions at the IoT edge. Exciting opportunities for businesses in various sectors.
Cryptocurrency users to benefit from increased range of currencies
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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trading technologies
New Swyftx crypto trading platform launching in New Zealand, offering access to over 280 coins - a 70% increase locally.
Threefold increase in targeted ransomware attacks in 2021
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Ransomware attacks have increased by 288% in Q2 2021, with data leaks and double extortion becoming prevalent, warns NCC Group.
Business leaders concerned ex-employees can access corporate data
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Almost 50% of UK business leaders are concerned that former employees have knowledge of passwords that grant access to corporate data.
Layered security strategy vital to combat Microsoft 365 phishing threat
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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phishing
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email security
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microsoft
Layered security strategy vital to combat Microsoft phishing campaign, warns cyber security specialist Cyren. Office 365 customers targeted.
Check Point acquires cloud email and collaboration security firm
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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dlp
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cybersecurity
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m&a
Organisations can modernise legacy solutions with email security as-a-service and protect cloud email and collaboration suites from sophisticated attacks.
New spear phishing detection and response service launched for Microsoft 365
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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phishing
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email security
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microsoft
SlashNext has launched its Email Detection and Response service for Microsoft 365, aiming to detect targeted attacks with accuracy.
Commerce Commission releases draft report on telco dispute scheme
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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uc
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commerce commission
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tcf
The number of complaints received by the Telecommunications Dispute Resolution Scheme has grown on average by 14% year on year.
New artificial intelligence application attracts 100 investors in first week of launch
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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ai
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investment
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communication
New AI tool GetMee aims to tackle declining communication skills caused by the pandemic. Over 100 investors back the launch.
Fitbit extends health partnership
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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wearables
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partner programmes
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healthtech
Fitbit and Diabetes New Zealand have announced an extension to their multi-year partnership, are five years of doing business together.