Norton stories - Page 5
Big win for Microsoft as Symantec moves to Azure
Tue, 17th Oct 2017
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Symantec will move its data servers to Microsoft Azure cloud – a key step in the company's initiative to adopt a hybrid cloud strategy.
In-depth: Security experts explain the WannaCry ransomware's world domination
Mon, 15th May 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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casb
Does it make you WannaCry? Experts from around the world comment on the ransomware's deadly attacks over the weekend, & if there's a way to stop it.
Is your network protected? Cyber crime in the age of information
Fri, 27th Jan 2017
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Within the last four years, online security and data breaches have grown increasingly threatening, compromising big name companies.
Norton gives the low down on the Google breach
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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google
Over one million Google accounts hacked through malicious Android apps, with 13,000 new infections daily. #Gooligan.
Dropbox's massive 68 million password breach prompts warning about account security
Thu, 8th Sep 2016
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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symantec
Dropbox customers, change your passwords now, especially if you joined in 2012. 68 million passwords have been hashed and salted, but not used - yet.
Mark Zuckerberg masks his webcam - should you?
Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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facebook
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hackers
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tablets
Both the webcam and dual microphone on his laptop are covered by tape, this shows the tech-savvy Facebook boss is worried about being spied on.
FLocker malware targeting Android smart TVs
Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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digital entertainment
FLocker is the latest a malicious ransomware agent that is targeting smart TVs running the Android operating system, Norton reports.
Security hole in Symantec antivirus exposes Windows, Linux and Macs
Wed, 18th May 2016
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endpoint protection
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edr
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av
A major security vulnerability has been uncovered by UK white hat hacker and Google Project Zero developer, Tavis Ormandy.
What does a child genius and dance music have in common? Cyber security, of course
Fri, 5th Feb 2016
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gaming
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data analytics
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martech
TechDay talked to Walter O'Brien, founder of Scorpion and computer science extraordinaire, about his latest foray into the world of cyber security.
NZ in danger of becoming a 'cyber dinosaur'
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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cybersecurity
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institute of directors
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partners
New Zealand businesses face cyber dinosaur fate if information sharing hubs not established, warns Institute of Directors.
Hands-on Review: Norton Security 2015
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
In the bad old days keeping a PC secure was simple. Nowadays, a huge chunk of our lives exists online, and digital security issues have escalated.
Android App Review: Norton Security Antivirus
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Norton has been a household name in antivirus software for as long as I've been old enough to care about such things.
Symantec splits Chairman and CEO positions
Fri, 25th Jan 2013
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symantec
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sprint
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partners
Symantec revitalizes strategy by splitting Chairman and CEO roles, appointing Dan Schulman as Chairman. Aims to boost customer value and innovation.
New Android malware infecting thousands
Thu, 24th Jan 2013
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malware
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cybersecurity
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symantec
Spammers may have already stolen up to 450,000 thousand pieces of personal information from infected devices worldwide in just two weeks.
Norton 360 Multi-Device
Wed, 12th Dec 2012
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symantec
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tablets
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reviews
Norton 360 Multi-Device expands to Mac, offering up to 5-device protection including Android, but lacks iPhone/iPad support.
Review: Norton 360 V6
Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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symantec
Norton 360 V6 impresses with its user-friendly interface, robust security features, and minimal system impact. A top pick for PC protection.
Review: Norton Internet Security 2012
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Internet security is a bit like insurance – it seems expensive at the time, but when you get a computer-ravaging virus, you're glad you invested.
Symantec to users: disable pcAnywhere
Fri, 27th Jan 2012
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apple
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symantec
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technology gifts
Symantec urges pcAnywhere users to disable the tool amid security risk revelations linked to a 2006 source code breach.
Symantec spends US$115m on cloud archive company
Tue, 17th Jan 2012
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symantec
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information governance
Symantec broadens its tech horizons by acquiring cloud archive firm LiveOffice for $115m, enhancing info governance services amidst hacker threats.
Review: Norton Mobile Security
Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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symantec
Symantec's Norton Mobile Security for Android promises robust protection with features like remote locking, data erasure, and call blocking for GBP £59.99.