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What's the story around cyber attackers and IoT devices?

IDC forecasts that the ANZ spending on the Internet of Things (IoT) will reach $24 billion in 2026, a compounded annual growth rate of 10% for 2021-26.

By Mark Baker • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2022

Global Stories

Check Point Software stories

Phishing

Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report

DHL is the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, with scammers accounting for 22% of all attempts worldwide, warns a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2022

Partner Programmes

Check Point launches new MSSP program to accelerate growth

Benefits include a fully integrated security portfolio, automated processes and access to hundreds of Check Point experts and researchers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2022

Supply Chain

SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study

The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2022

Malware

August's top malware: Emotet knocked off top spot

FormBook is now the most prevalent malware, taking over from Emotet, which has held that position since its reappearance in January.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point Software Technologies launches new Horizon innovation

There is now a need for all organisations to have a security operations centre with 24/7 monitoring, response, and threat-hunting capabilities.

By Nadine Rogers • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Sep 2022

Firewalls

Global retailer overhauls cybersecurity posture with Check Point

Check Point has helped global shoe company Clarks overhaul its cybersecurity with a consolidated approach, improving security and saving costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2022

EduTech

Check Point Research finds vulnerabilities in Xiaomi's mobile payment mechanism

Check Point Software uncovers vulnerabilities in Xiaomi's mobile payment system, potentially affecting up to 1 billion users. Fixes have been provided.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Aug 2022

EduTech

Education sector seeing highest volumes of cyber attacks

When breaking down the numbers to education attacks by region in July 2022, ANZ was the most heavily attacked.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2022

Malware

Ransomware now impacts 1 out of 40 organisations a week

Retailers and the wholesale sector saw the largest spike in ransomware attacks, with an alarming increase of 182%. .

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2022

Phishing

LinkedIn, Microsoft top brands to be faked in phishing attempts

Social media platform LinkedIn has continued its reign as the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Research.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022

Malware

Check Point reveals top malicious threats in June 2022

New Android banking malware, MaliBot, emerges following FluBot takedown. It disguises itself as crypto mining apps and targets mobile banking users.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2022

Surveillance

Check Point and CCTV expert join forces to boost protection

The partnership will involve Check Point Quantum IoT Protect Nano Agent being embedded in Provision-ISR's CCTV cameras for on-device runtime protection.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th May 2022

Digital Transformation

Check Point appoints Les Williamson as managing director for Australia & New Zealand

Check Point has appointed Les Williamson as managing director for Australia and New Zealand, responsible for driving new business and revenue expansion.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2022

Digital Transformation