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Security vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure on the rise

Vulnerability disclosures in industrial control systems have surged as cyber attacks on critical infrastructure raise security concerns, says Claroty.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021

Privileged Access Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - BeyondTrust on securing critical infrastructure

In TechDay's second IT Jam with BeyondTrust, we speak to the company's sales engineer Scott Hesford about critical infrastructure and how best to secure it.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2021

Firewalls

Claroty raises $140m, marks largest investment ever for the sector

Claroty raises $140m in funding round to meet growing demand for industrial and critical infrastructure cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Jun 2021

Cloud Security

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — Vectra AI director on the fragility of critical nation infrastructure

Vectra AI director of security engineering Chris Fisher explains why ransomware attacks on critical national infrastructure are becoming increasingly common.

By Nick Forrester • 1 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021

Digital Transformation

How organisations can extract value from IT investments with Living Systems

Organizations are struggling to extract value from their technological investments, but Accenture's new Living Systems approach aims to change that.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021

Microsoft

RedEye Apps integrates with Microsoft to keep critical infrastructure running

Queensland's RedEye Apps has partnered with Microsoft to enhance safety and efficiency for critical assets and infrastructure worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2021

Ransomware

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Who is Claroty?

Its focus is on simplifying OT availability, reliability, and safety for a more secure working environment – without requiring downtime or dedicated teams.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Critical Infrastructure stories

Software-as-a-Service

New Zealand’s critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks

Banks and public services face rising disruption as attackers eye energy and water networks, with millions already lost to cyber incidents.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Sep 2021

Supply Chain

Trades and construction protocols at Alert Level 4

Only essential building work may continue, with contractors required to follow strict COVID-19 controls or defer jobs until restrictions ease.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Aug 2021

Partner Programmes

Secolve and SecurityGate.io tackle CI compliance in Australian first

Secolve and SecurityGate.io partner in Australian first to help businesses comply with new critical infrastructure legislation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Aug 2021

Software-as-a-Service

Waikato DHB attack a wake up call on cyber security

Patients and staff faced disrupted clinical services after hackers crippled Waikato DHB’s systems in a ransomware attack.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Sun, 23rd May 2021

Risk & Compliance

Could Mexico City’s bridge collapse happen here?

Older spans are under fresh scrutiny as Australasia’s 57,000-plus bridges face heavier traffic, climate stress and overdue maintenance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 10th May 2021

Risk & Compliance

Wastewater infrastructure vulnerable to climate change

Health and sanitation in many communities could be put at risk as sea-level rise and heavier rain strain wastewater systems.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Dec 2020

Data Protection

Time to drop the 'she’ll be right' attitude

Thousands of New Zealanders face fraud and blackmail each year as many still skip basic online security steps, CERT NZ says.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Dec 2020

Data Privacy

Who should be first in line for Covid vaccine?

The model could help authorities prioritise scarce doses by targeting places visited by likely superspreaders, researchers say.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Nov 2020

Malware

Double extortion ransomware a new threat to businesses

Pressure is mounting on firms as ransomware gangs now threaten to leak stolen data online if victims refuse to pay.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2020

Auckland Council

Time to review harbour crossing options

Auckland faces heavier truck delays and rising costs unless ministers urgently assess whether a new harbour crossing is needed by 2030.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Oct 2020

Disaster Recovery

WorkSafe’s $200K electricity industry initiative

A near-miss after the Kaikōura earthquake exposed switch-isolation failures, prompting over GBP £200,000 in safety initiatives for the electricity sector.

By Georgie Hughes • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Sep 2020