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Why security suites are ousting traditional antivirus programs
Virtual Private Networks

Why security suites are ousting traditional antivirus programs

In recent years, user privacy and security have become paramount, while criminals attempt to coerce, steal and manipulate users for their data.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2018
Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device
Endpoint Protection

Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device

Macs are no longer immune to malware; Bitdefender's new antivirus offers robust protection against a range of threats, ensuring your device and data stay safe.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Going beyond antivirus with Trend Micro's Maximum Security
Malware

Going beyond antivirus with Trend Micro's Maximum Security

With the widening scale of cyber threats targeting consumers, its crucial that our security solutions simultaneously protect every type of device.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Wed, 16th May 2018
Antivirus solution protects privacy in the era of social media
Endpoint Protection

Antivirus solution protects privacy in the era of social media

In the wake of Cambridge Analytica's scandal, Trend Micro's Maximum Security offers a robust antivirus solution to protect privacy on social media.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018
Survey finds businesses stung with $16m hidden cybersecurity costs every year
Malware

Survey finds businesses stung with $16m hidden cybersecurity costs every year

New research from Bromium has found the hidden costs of 'detect-to-protect' security are immense with businesses being blindsided every year.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
Kaspersky taps ex-Microsoft talent for APAC channel head role
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky taps ex-Microsoft talent for APAC channel head role

Kaspersky appoints Naina Parhar, ex-Microsoft talent, as APAC head of channel sales to drive regional growth and enhance cybersecurity distribution frameworks.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018
Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth
Malware

Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth

WatchGuard Technologies' latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2017
US Govt & Kaspersky in dispute over cyberespionage claims
Endpoint Protection

US Govt & Kaspersky in dispute over cyberespionage claims

The fiasco comes after DHS suspected a link between Kaspersky officials and Russian intelligence that could potentially risk US national security.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017
Hackers speak: Privileged accounts best way to steal data
Endpoint Protection

Hackers speak: Privileged accounts best way to steal data

From the mouths of the hackers themselves, organisations' privileged accounts are the most attractive targets for gaining access to critical data.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2017
Cylance announces AI-driven next generation consumer antivirus
Endpoint Protection

Cylance announces AI-driven next generation consumer antivirus

CylancePROTECT Home Edition uses AI to extend smart, simple security that prevents execution of malware from corporate office to home office.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Aug 2017
The need for internet security on your devices
Malware

The need for internet security on your devices

As cybercrime costs Kiwis over £257m annually, securing your devices with robust internet security is crucial to thwart hackers.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
IObit & Malwarebytes spat continues as 'legitimate' program is blacklisted as PUP
Malware

IObit & Malwarebytes spat continues as 'legitimate' program is blacklisted as PUP

IObit criticises Malwarebytes for flagging its Advanced SystemCare as a PUP without warning; tension has existed between the companies since 2010.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2017
CrowdStrike's new APAC vice president says it's an exciting time as revenue soars
Endpoint Protection

CrowdStrike's new APAC vice president says it's an exciting time as revenue soars

CrowdStrike's Andrew Littleproud eyes APAC expansion amid a surge in revenue and innovative endpoint security solutions.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017
Cylance outshines competition in AV testing stakes
Malware

Cylance outshines competition in AV testing stakes

AI security provider Cylance has beaten five of the top legacy AV vendors in a test designed to analyse unknown and known malware detection.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2017
Carbon Black claims 'breakthrough' approach to endpoint security
Malware

Carbon Black claims 'breakthrough' approach to endpoint security

Carbon Black has eyed endpoint security market, with the launch of a new solution that it claims stops more attacks than machine learning antivirus.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2017
ESET walks away with 100th industry accolade in 'monumental milestone' for security
Malware

ESET walks away with 100th industry accolade in 'monumental milestone' for security

ESET's NOD32 anti-malware is the first ever product to receive 100 VB100 awards for a single product, achieving a 'monumental milestone'.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Jan 2017
Hands-on Review: Trend Micro security packages - more than just anti-virus
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Trend Micro security packages - more than just anti-virus

For a package that's unobtrusive and that doesn't strain your CPU or your patience, this may just be the product you're looking for.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Arm your battle stations: Ransomware is growing like the plague
Malware

Arm your battle stations: Ransomware is growing like the plague

Ransomware attacks surged by 32% in 2017, with more than 17 million malware threats detected in New Zealand alone, warns cybersecurity firm Trend Micro.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018