Security + Compliance

Nearly half of enterprise networks show evidence of DNS tunnelling

Infoblox has published results of the Infoblox Security Assessment Report for the second quarter of 2016, which finds that 40 percent—nearly half—of files tested by Infoblox show evidence of DNS tunnelling, a significant security threat that can indicate active malware or ongoing data exfiltration within an organisation’s network.

Switzerland named safest nation for data privacy

International risk map ranks 170 countries on data privacy.

Fringe defence: identifying devices and protecting your business from cyber attacks

With the rise of the Internet of Things, businesses are now exposed more than ever before to the threats of cyber attacks and online fraud.  How can you ensure you minimise the risks posed by unsolicited fringe devices and keep your company protected? Jason Fry, a cybersecurity specialist and Managing Director at PAV i.t. services, investigates.

Report showcases evolution of ransomware and BEC scams

As Trend Micro predicted, 2016 has proven to be a year of online extortion through various malicious attack methods.

Alert Logic makes three key executive hires

Alert Logic has made three new executive hires that will be instrumental in helping to facilitate its continued global growth.  Alert Logic hired Houston-based John Karnes as the new Chief Financial Officer, John Carse as the new Vice President of Security Operations and Bob Layton as Vice President of Global Channels.

BeyondTrust survey uncovers growing disparity managing privileged access