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In the past six months, the landscape of Android financial threats has seen significant changes. ESET researchers have identified new threats like GoldPickaxe, capable of stealing facial recognition data for deepfake video creation, targeting victims in Southeast Asia. Another variant, GoldDiggerPlus, has been found targeting users in Latin America and South Africa. Infostealing malware is now impersonating generative AI tools, with Rilide Stealer and Vidar infostealer exploiting the popularity of AI assistants and image generators. Gaming enthusiasts face risks from infostealer malware hidden in cracked games and cheating tools. RedLine Stealer has shown a resurgence despite its development ceasing in 2023, with significant detection spikes in H1 2024. The Balada Injector gang continues to exploit WordPress plugin vulnerabilities, while LockBit ransomware’s prominence has been challenged by Operation Chronos. The Ebury botnet, active since 2009, remains a threat with expanded functionalities focusing on monetization through cryptocurrency and credit card theft.
Chillisoft has been named Mimecast’s APAC Distributor of the Year for 2024, recognised for standout initiatives like the Mega-Drive campaign and record new logo growth.
ESET has been recognized as a Top Player in the 2024 Radicati APT Protection Market Quadrant for the fifth year running, praised for its advanced detection capabilities and strong product vision.
Mimecast’s Email Security Cloud Integrated provides world-class protection for Microsoft 365 users. In this deep dive, Matt Youman, Senior Sales Engineer at Mimecast, walks through how to deploy the solution quickly, close security gaps, and safeguard against phishing, malware, ransomware, and more. With real-world stats and a clear path to reducing complexity, this session is a must-watch for any IT team serious about securing their email environment. Try it for yourself or download the presentation to learn more.
ESET has integrated its threat intelligence feeds with Microsoft Sentinel. SOC teams can now access curated, real-time threat data directly within their SIEM to enhance visibility, reduce false positives, and streamline investigations across complex environments.
Chillisoft leveraged its local expertise to recommend Imperva to Silver Fern Farms, highlighting real DDoS incidents in NZ. Cybersecurity Manager Tony Allwood praised the local insights and rapid deployment, which have strengthened Silver Fern Farms’ defenses and enabled smoother day-to-day operations. This real-world case shows how smart deployment of the right tools can deliver tangible, scalable protection.
CybersecCon 2023 brought together 450 attendees for a full day of cybersecurity insights, networking, and awards. Explore the recap and meet the leaders shaping New Zealand’s cyber landscape.