Most UK firms are planning to hire extra staff to help them meet the requirements of the EU’s new data protection regulation
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425542/Two-thirds-of-UK-firms-hiring-for-GDPR
What key things should organisations be doing in terms of cyber defences to ensure they are resilient?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Resilience-means-preparing-for-unpreventable-cyber-threats
It is a single line in GDPR, but the right to be forgotten has huge implications on corporate IT. Io-Tahoe vice-president, Stuart Tarmy, explains why
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425395/Executive-interview-Stuart-Tarmy-on-the-technical-challenges-of-GDPR-compliance
A breach of the personal details of more than two million customers of used technology goods store CeX has prompted fresh calls for better data protection by retailers
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425401/CeX-breach-shows-personal-data-is-still-vulnerable
What key things should organisations be doing in terms of cyber defences to ensure they are robust/resilient?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Look-to-frameworks-guidance-and-legislation-to-boost-resilience
A security researcher has discovered a spambot using more than 711 million compromised email accounts to spread data-stealing malware
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425396/Researcher-finds-over-711-million-compromised-email-accounts
With the European Union NIS Directive to be implemented into UK law in May 2018, it is important for technology companies to ascertain if and how they will be affected
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/The-NIS-Directive-the-implications-for-UK-technology-businesses
Most UK local authorities are unable to meet the EU General Data Protection Regulation’s right-to-be-forgotten requirement, and nearly a quarter of firms have yet to hire a data protection officer
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425316/UK-local-councils-failing-on-key-GDPR-requirement
What key things should organisations be doing in terms of cyber defences to ensure they are robust/resilient?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-No-one-size-fits-all-security-solution
Google has axed around 300 Play Store apps after security researchers revealed the apps were hijacking Android devices to carry out DDoS attacks
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425292/Google-removes-Play-Store-apps-used-in-WireX-DDoS-botnet
Almost two-fifths of the UK’s national infrastructure providers have not completed basic cyber security steps recommended by the UK government, an FOI response shows
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425198/UK-critical-infrastructure-skipping-security-checks
Business digital transformation and cyber threats have outpaced enterprise security capacity, a survey has revealed
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425191/Business-confidence-in-managing-digital-threats-low-survey-shows
Security professionals have named the top reasons for successful cyber attacks, which are affecting more than half of organisations
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425184/Security-professionals-name-top-causes-of-breaches
US authorities have arrested a Chinese national for allegedly using malware linked to a breach of millions of records at the US federal personnel agency
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425178/US-arrests-Chinese-national-for-using-malware-linked-to-OPM-hack
AlphaBay and Hansa shutdowns are unlikely to jeopardise the future of dark web markets, according to a security analyst
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425112/Future-of-dark-web-markets-not-yet-in-question-says-analyst
Simple but hard-to-detect phishing campaigns are targeting all industry sectors as a key enabler of business email compromise attacks, security analysts warn
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425108/Flashpoint-warns-of-under-the-radar-phishing-campaigns
Malware targeting the Mac operating system has seen a significant growth in the first half of this hear, according to security firm Malwarebytes
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425100/Mac-malware-continuing-to-escalate-warn-security-researchers
Business has welcomed government proposals for data protection to enable unhindered data sharing with the EU after Brexit
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450425089/UK-business-welcomes-government-post-Brexit-data-sharing-plan
Russian hacking group Fancy Bear has exposed 150 footballers worldwide for allegedly taking banned substances, underlining the importance of protecting personal data
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424977/Russian-hackers-expose-allegedly-doping-footballers
Email security firm warns of a newly-discovered email exploit that could be a game-changer if used by attackers
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424936/Mimecast-calls-for-action-to-counter-game-changing-email-exploit
Some of the most popular industrial and domestic robot brands have various vulnerabilities that could by exploited by cyber attackers, a research paper warns
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424913/Industrial-robots-a-security-risk-warns-IOActive
Hackers have reportedly used stolen contact details to trick investors into sending funds to a fake trading platform digital wallet, but some allege poor password security is to blame
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424902/Cyber-criminals-hack-Enigma-to-steal-500000-in-Ethereum
Malware attack has shown that the shipping industry is vulnerable to cyber attacks, with Danish shipping giant Maersk reporting potential cost of up to $300m
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424771/NotPetya-highlights-cyber-risk-in-shipping-industry
We assess how Microsoft’s secure productive enterprise licence can help enterprises coordinate their digital transformation
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Microsoft-SPE-helps-joined-up-thinking
Business leaders and artificial intelligence experts sign an open letter to governments warning of the risks of an AI arms race in autonomous weapons
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424745/AI-leaders-call-for-a-stop-on-development-of-autonomous-weapons
UK intelligence officials were reportedly aware that security researcher Marcus Hutchins risked arrest by travelling to the US to attend a series of cyber security conferences
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424744/GCHQ-knew-WannaCry-hero-risked-arrests-by-travelling-to-the-US
The UK’s top firms and charities urgently need to do more to protect themselves from online threats, according to a government-backed audit
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424701/Top-UK-directors-lack-training-to-deal-with-cyber-attacks
Security researchers have discovered a supplier-neutral and stealthy smart car hack that can drastically affect the performance and function of the vehicle
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424689/Researchers-find-potentially-lethal-car-hack-with-no-quick-fix
Cyber security apprenticeships are a good alternative to ‘clearing’ and debts, according to security certification body, Crest
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424649/School-leavers-urged-to-look-at-cyber-security-apprenticeships
YouGov survey commissioned by Cobham Wireless finds UK commuters are increasingly frustrated with connectivity standards on the rail network
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424637/UK-rail-passengers-dont-trust-on-board-Wi-Fi
Businesses need to rethink cyber defences with nation-state attack tools in the hands of ordinary cyber criminals, warns Check Point
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424627/Cyber-criminals-command-top-level-attacks-warns-Check-Point
LG Electronics have been hit by ransomware that uses malicious code that could signal another WannaCry attack
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424623/LG-Electronics-hit-by-suspected-WannaCry-attack
The growing demand for developers with security skills is outpacing supply, but a survey reveals that a lack of formal security education and training by employers is contributing to the growing skills gap
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424614/Developers-lack-skills-needed-for-secure-DevOps-survey-shows
Danish shipping line Maersk estimates that the NotPetya cyber attack in June cost the company up to $300m
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424559/NotPetya-attack-cost-up-to-300m-says-Maersk
Many UK workers are interested in cyber security and would consider a career in the field, a survey has revealed, which could help close the skills gap
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424571/UK-workers-interested-in-cyber-security-survey-shows
Awareness of the impact of cyber attacks on business and regulation are expected to be the top drivers of continued and increased spending on cyber security, according to research firm Gartner
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424541/Regulation-and-impact-of-cyber-attacks-driving-security-spending
The Scottish parliament has been hit by a cyber attack similar to the one that struck Westminster in June
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424525/Hackers-hit-Holyrood-with-Westminster-style-brute-force-attack
Four key exploits at the heart of hacking tools leaked by the Shadow Brokers have given malware authors a lot of power, say security researchers
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424473/Leaked-SMB-exploits-make-malware-powerful-warns-Cylance
Leaked exploits became the game changer of the cyber threat landscape in the second quarter of 2017, say security researchers
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424459/Exploit-leaks-are-a-cyber-security-game-changer-says-Kaspersky-Lab
Briton, 23, pleads not guilty to charges of writing and distributing malware
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424441/WannaCry-hero-Marcus-Hutchins-under-house-arrest
The UK’s new data protection legislation is vital to a successful Brexit and for continued UK leadership in technology
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/The-Data-Protection-Bill-is-about-securing-UK-data-leadership
Data breach statistics show retailers need to address customer data security ahead of the GDPR compliance deadline, a law firm has warned
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424395/Statistics-show-retailers-need-to-improve-data-security
In the wake of the global WannaCry ransomware attacks, NHS Digital has signed a cyber security support agreement with Microsoft
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424387/NHS-Digital-signs-cyber-security-agreement-with-Microsoft
HBO appears to be standing firm and refusing to negotiate with hackers as more stolen television content is released
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424368/HBO-stands-firm-as-hackers-release-more-stolen-content
Malicious email campaigns saw a spike in volume and increased variety in the second quarter of 2017, a cyber security report reveals
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424322/Malicious-email-spikes-in-Q2-reports-Proofpoint
A Russian cyber espionage group is targeting hotel Wi-Fi networks to carry out malware infections and potentially steal credentials, researchers warn
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424310/Russian-cyber-espionage-group-targeting-hotel-Wi-Fi
Manufacturers are a key and growing target for cyber criminals, a threat intelligence report reveals
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424302/Manufacturing-a-key-target-for-cyber-attacks
China has tested a prototype communication system that uses the principles of quantum mechanics to make it impossible for hackers to access
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424255/China-tests-hack-proof-quantum-satellite-communications
Security firm Kaspersky Lab is to drop a complaint that Microsoft is abusing its market dominance to promote its security software in light of changes to the latest Windows 10
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424237/Kaspersky-Lab-to-drop-EU-complaint-against-Microsoft
Information Commissioner’s Office fines TalkTalk for putting up to 21,000 customers’ details at risk of exposure prior to September 2014
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424226/New-TalkTalk-fine-takes-total-for-poor-data-protection-to-500000
Government’s controversial online identity system has missed important milestones that formed the basis of its original 2015 business case
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424217/Govuk-Verify-fails-to-meet-key-business-case-targets
The Information Commissioner’s Office has warned against misinformation about the EU’s new data protection rules and how they will be applied
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424213/ICO-hits-out-at-misinformation-about-GDPR
Theft of data from US television network has become personal with the release of details of actors in Game of Thrones and could signal a trend of cyber attacks on entertainment firms
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424165/HBO-hacking-gets-personal
Many company websites still contain critical vulnerabilities that cyber criminals can use to carry out a variety of cyber attacks, a security audit shows
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424158/Websites-giving-hackers-easy-access-audit-reveals
The US court appearance of British WannaCry hero on charges of writing and distributing malware has been postponed
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424153/WannaCry-hero-malware-trial-postponed
The Briton who played a key role in halting the global WannaCry ransomware attacks is due in court in the US to face charges in connection with the Kronos banking Trojan
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424107/WannaCry-hero-due-in-court-on-malware-charges
What are the best security controls to ensure a safe working environment where employees do not have the unfair pressure of being the first line of cyber defence?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Use-a-combination-of-approaches-to-create-cyber-safe-work-environments
UK government plans to implement the EU’s Network and Information Systems (NIS) Directive have been welcomed for assuring its commitment to cyber defence post-Brexit
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424101/NIS-Directive-plans-show-UK-is-serious-about-tackling-cyber-threats
Children should be encouraged to spend more time online learning cyber skills to inspire future generations of computer scientists, cyber defenders and engineers, says former GCHQ head
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424084/Child-cyber-exploration-good-for-the-UK-says-ex-GCHQ-head
The UK is considering the same hefty fines for critical national infrastructure (CNI) providers with poor cyber security as those failing to protect the personal data of UK citizens
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424025/UK-mulls-hefty-fines-for-CNI-providers-with-poor-cyber-security
The cyber security industry has generally welcomed planned UK data protection legislation, but some say it is hypocritical in the light of the Investigatory Powers Act
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424013/Security-industry-welcomes-planned-UK-Data-Protection-Bill
Managing how people within an enterprise deal with data is a vital element of shoring up security around the internet of things, says Vodafone
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424026/Cultural-change-a-critical-but-neglected-element-of-IoT-security
A new generation of internet-connected cars will have to be better protected from cyber attackers, under tough new UK government guidance
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450424005/UK-calls-for-smart-car-cyber-protection
New legislation will require social media platforms to delete information about children and adults when asked
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423941/Government-to-strengthen-UK-data-protection-law
What are the best security controls to ensure a safe working environment where employees do not have the unfair pressure of being the first line of cyber defence?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Five-security-controls-to-keep-employees-out-of-cyber-firing-line
Critical vulnerabilities detected in 47% of corporate systems investigated in security audits by Positive Technologies
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423928/Security-audits-reveal-poor-state-of-corporate-cyber-defences
Manchester is to host an international conference exploring the future of transparency and access to information in the UK and worldwide
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423922/Manchester-to-host-international-freedom-of-information-event
The Briton credited with stopping the WannaCry global malware attacks in their tracks in May has been arrested in the US on malware charges
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423915/FBI-arrests-UK-WannaCry-hero-on-malware-charges
Following the money is a classic technique used by law enforcement to link criminals to crimes by tracing associated financial exchanges, but that may not be easy in the case of the WannaCry attacks
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423875/Cyber-criminals-make-it-difficult-to-follow-the-money
What are the best security controls to ensure a safe working environment where employees do not have the unfair pressure of being the first line of cyber defence?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Use-the-work-environment-to-educate-on-cyber-security
The use of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks to extort money from organisations is on the rise, warns security firm Kaspersky Lab
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423857/Ransom-DDoS-attacks-on-the-rise
IT professionals are focusing on endpoint security in the face of custom malware that is bypassing traditional perimeter defences, a survey shows
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423852/IT-pros-look-to-endpoint-security-to-counter-custom-malware
What are the best security controls to ensure a safe working environment where employees do not have the unfair pressure of being the first line of cyber defence?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Are-employees-cyber-pawns-or-cyber-heroes
US Republican and Democrat senators have proposed legislation seeking to address security vulnerabilities in IoT devices
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423812/US-plans-IoT-security-legislation-but-UK-unlikely-to-follow
Apple’s share price rose 6% in after-hours trading to reach a record high in response to the company’s quarterly financial report
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423788/Apple-share-price-reaches-record-high-on-quarterly-results
In this video we speak to Juniper Research about the findings from its latest research into the rollout of Blockchain
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/video/Blockchain-why-and-how-are-companies-deploying-digital-ledgers
What are the best security controls to ensure a safe working environment where employees do not have the unfair pressure of being the first line of cyber defence?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Employees-should-only-have-to-worry-about-social-engineering
With less than a year to go before the General Data Protection Regulation compliance deadline, many businesses are floundering, while others are embracing data-centric security to fast-track compliance
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423730/Businesses-failing-to-understand-GDPR-compliance-status
Small to medium enterprises are failing to prepare adequately to address cyber threats – despite the risks – because of a false sense of security, particularly in the UK, a survey has revealed
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423715/SMEs-failing-to-address-cyber-threats-despite-risks
The UK is to call on US tech giants to take more decisive action against extremist groups that use their online platforms
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450423708/UK-to-call-on-US-tech-giants-to-step-up-fight-against-extremism
What are the best security controls to ensure a safe working environment where employees do not have the unfair pressure of being the first line of cyber defence?
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Security-Think-Tank-Is-a-cyber-safe-working-environment-a-reasonable-target
