Global Stories

Expert says Germany's 'hack back' proposal is a slippery slope

German intelligence has urged to be granted legal authority to 'hack back' in the event of international cyberattacks - is it the right idea though?.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

Elections

State-sponsored election hacks are acts of cyber warfare - survey

78% of respondents said they would deem an act as cyber war if a nation-state was behind a successful or attempted hack of another country's election.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2017

Hyperscale

US judge squashes Yahoo's attempt to stop data breach lawsuits

Both Yahoo and victims of its multiple data breaches have been granted – and denied – the ability to dismiss lawsuits after its massive data breaches.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Sep 2017

It's possible for cyber attackers to change what's in your emails

A newly-discovered exploit called ROPEMAKER allows an attacker to remotely change the content of any email post-delivery.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2017

Distributed Denial of Service

Upside-down flag prompts hack against Malaysian websites

Malaysian websites have been hit by hacks and DDoS attacks reportedly in response to an error in the Kuala Lumpur SEA Games 2017 booklet.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Aug 2017

Malware

Malware in your DNA sequence data? Technically, it's possible

Could hackers exploit your DNA sequence and encode it with malware? A new study from the University of Washington says yes, it's possible.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2017

Microsoft

Chinese firm hacks way to success at Microsoft Hackathon

China-based IT firm Ping An Technology was the only Chinese company to be invited to Microsoft's Hackathon in the US this year.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Mandiant security researcher stung by hackers - parent co FireEye denies entire network breach

It seems that not even security experts are immune to hacks, after reports surfaced this week that one unlucky researcher was hit by hackers.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Aug 2017

Malware

How education can avoid being the next hacking target

US tech firm offers crucial cyber security tips for educational institutions facing rising threats, urging a balance between connectivity and protection.

By Darrick Kristich • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

Cybersecurity

Hooligans! Mexican bike gang charged with hacking Jeep Wranglers

Nine members of a Mexican-based motorcycle gang have been charged with stealing 150 Jeep Wranglers worth at least $US 4.5 million.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

Malware

Gemalto's perspective: Hacking for the greater good

Ethical hackers are now one of the most important and effective tools at strengthening collective security and making the cyber landscape safe.

By Graeme Pyper • 3 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017

Malware

Pirates of the Caribbean film held ransom by, well.. pirates

The hackers have demanded an enormous undisclosed amount of money be paid in Bitcoin. Disney apparently refuses to pay, and is working with the FBI.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Tue, 16th May 2017

Malware

Epic hacker fail: An exclusive look at the Netflix hack with ESET

We chatted with ESET's senior research fellow Nick Fitzgerald for an expert's views on what the Netflix hack means for the future of streaming.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017

Gaming

Film Review: The Fate of the Furious

Thrilling ride with 'The Fate of the Furious'; a spectacular feast of action that leaves viewers yearning for another watch!.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017

Smart Home

'Smart' vibrator allows strangers to watch

Apparently the Svakom Siime Eye, an internet-connected sex toy with a built in camera, is laughably easy to hack.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017

Health Technologies

Espionage expert offers five viewpoints on state-sponsored hacking

Carbon Black sits down with former CIA operative Eric O'Neill to talk state sponsored attacks and why the ANZ regions is probably not a future target.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2017