2degrees stories - Page 7

Email prime target for cyber attacks, FirstWave responds with domain filter
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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In a bold move against cyber threats, FirstWave launches an innovative Typo Domain filter to shield emails from insidious phishing attacks.

Phishing scam targeting Kiwi taxpayers
Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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New email phishing scam targets Kiwi taxpayers, asking for credit card details to claim a tax refund. MyTax.co.nz warns against responding.

NZBA warning against Catphishing scams
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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The New Zealand Bankers' Association warns online daters of catphishing scams, where fake romantics aim to steal your money and personal info.

Sophisticated SMS cyber attack targets Australian banking customers
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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A persistent and sophisticated SMS phishing campaign is currently targeting mobile banking customers in both Australia and New Zealand.

Elaborate widow scam sees Kiwi suffer 'significant' financial loss
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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The victim received a letter that appeared to be from the Minister of Internal Affairs and the DIA threatening extradition if payment wasn't received.

Four arrested in email phishing scam
Fri, 4th Dec 2015
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Detective Inspector Stu Graham encourages all computer users to protect themselves by making themselves familiar with the various types of scams.

The Warehouse launching prepay mobile service
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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personal computing devices
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noel leeming
The Warehouse will launch a prepay mobile service with 2degrees later this month, building on its longstanding selling other companies offerings.

SMX warns Kiwi companies of 'highly sophisticated' email scam
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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Attackers are even following up with telephone calls prior to, as well as during, these attacks to further embellish the hoax.

Why did Vodafone acquire Worldxchange?
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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Vocus, WxC’s current provider of IP transit (according to the ISP map) will lose out as WxC will have their transit agreements migrated to Vodafone.

Social media phishing attacks pose large threat to businesses
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Dell's Ian Hodge says cyber criminals are evolving their methods of phishing attacks, using social media to hook people and expose vulnerabilities.

iSocket arrives to notify Kiwi businesses of power outages via text
Thu, 19th Feb 2015
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Without committing themselves to a monthly fee, customers get a cell phone alert that gives them time to take corrective action.

LinkedIn Alert: Scammers use security update to phish for credentials
Thu, 15th Jan 2015
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Scammers are exploiting a bogus LinkedIn security update to phish for credentials, warns Symantec. Users should enable two-step verification for protection.

The never-ending security challenge... How do resellers stay on top?
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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cybersecurity
As cyber threats evolve, experts reveal how staying vigilant is crucial for resellers to protect customer networks amidst increased complexity.

ESET offers tips to phish out fakes on back of YouTube scam
Sat, 6th Sep 2014
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ESET advises heightened vigilance as phishing scams mimic YouTube alerts, urging users to verify email legitimacy to avoid falling victim to fraud.

Kiwi businesses beware... of Silver Spaniels and rats
Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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cybersecurity
Palo Alto Networks warns New Zealand businesses to be aware of 'Silver Spaniel' malware campaigns targeting organisations.

Security the biggest loser during the World Cup...
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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email security
The 2014 World Cup hailed as most connected yet, but it was also a playground for cybercriminals, exposing fans to unprecedented online threats.

2degrees narrows 2013 loss
Tue, 24th Jun 2014
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2degrees Mobile reduces 2013 losses by 20%, boasting positive operating earnings and a revenue surge amid ongoing investments.

Check Point: Dangerous phishing attacks in detail...
Fri, 13th Dec 2013
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martech
Phishing attacks and their more recent variations such as spear-phishing and whaling are by now well-known parts of the threat landscape.

Apple-related phishing sites hit ANZ hard
Fri, 15th Nov 2013
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ANZ rated the third highest region for hosting Apple targeted phishing sites, accounting for 10.7% of the phishing sites blocked globally in Q3 2013.

Vodafone NZ stops the rot, adds 19,000 this qtr
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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Telco reports customer increase across New Zealand, bucking the previous trend spanning nine consecutive quarters.