Kaspersky research shows timely updates can cut business data breach’s costs While vulnerabilities are inevitable in any software, regular patching and updates can minimize the risk of exploitation. That’s why users are always advised to install the latest software versions as soon as they are available, even if these updates can sometimes be difficult or… Continue reading More than 5-in-10 organizations in SEA still use outdated, unpatched software
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Bayad powers Pay & Go Self-Service Kiosk Solution
The need for a more robust payment and settlement system heightens as the country moves toward revitalizing economic activities, according to Bayad, formerly known as Bayad Center, the Philippines’ biggest and widest multi-channel payment platform. As such, the company continues to strengthen both physical and digital channels to broaden access points for Filipinos to settle… Continue reading Bayad powers Pay & Go Self-Service Kiosk Solution
Kaspersky detects increased spread of the Ad-Fraudsters, “SilentFade” malware in Southeast Asia
Researchers from Kaspersky have spotted a significant growth of the malware used by SilentFade, the gang responsible for $4 million fraud on Facebook in 2019. Just last January 2021, experts from the global cybersecurity company have recorded and analyzed Frank rootkit and found similarities to the campaign. The most number of incidents for the past… Continue reading Kaspersky detects increased spread of the Ad-Fraudsters, “SilentFade” malware in Southeast Asia
OOPS!: Nearly 2-in-10 in SEA share news on social media before verifying if it’s true
Kaspersky survey shows “Boomers” from the region most likely to confront family members and friends who share fake news article News consumption from mainstream media and online sources have received a huge uptick globally, including countries in Southeast Asia (SEA), with the public forced to stay at home last year. It is also notable that… Continue reading OOPS!: Nearly 2-in-10 in SEA share news on social media before verifying if it’s true
Behavioral analytics, data hoarding and government crackdowns on encryption: experts share privacy predictions for 2021
2020 demonstrated how overwhelmingly important a connected infrastructure and digital services have become for the daily functioning of society. This realization has led to a shift in attitudes to privacy and the way citizens, organizations and governments perceive it. In response, Kaspersky’s privacy experts share their vision of the changes that lie ahead in the… Continue reading Behavioral analytics, data hoarding and government crackdowns on encryption: experts share privacy predictions for 2021
Safeguard your credit card this 2021
CCAP shares tips to avoid credit card fraud The necessary digital shift brought about by the pandemic has immensely accelerated the growth and potential of technology — something that proves to be a double-edged sword. While tech advancements can be beneficial, they can also be used for malicious means, like committing credit card fraud. Such… Continue reading Safeguard your credit card this 2021
Globe myBusiness offers exclusive perks to registered business owners
Registering your business and renewing government registrations at the Business Process Licensing Office (BPLO) is a necessary part of running and keeping up your enterprise. It establishes your legitimacy and makes you more credible not just to the government, but also to partners, investors, clients, and customers. To aid the ever-increasing number of micro, small… Continue reading Globe myBusiness offers exclusive perks to registered business owners
Kaspersky builds momentum in Asia-Pacific with appointment of new Managing Director
Chris Connell, Kaspersky’s new APAC MD and existing Deputy VP for Global Sales, will be based in Singapore Kaspersky announces today the appointment of Chris Connell as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Chris will spearhead the global cybersecurity company’s APAC business expansion efforts in addition to continuing his role as the Deputy Vice… Continue reading Kaspersky builds momentum in Asia-Pacific with appointment of new Managing Director
Kaspersky shares IT security recommendations for businesses in 2021
Remote work will catalyze a shift from the corporate perimeter concept to micro-office security certification. Outsourcing of IT and cybersecurity functions will be crucial to solve expertise shortages and save budgets. To coordinate managed service providers along with using multiple cloud services, cloud security and management skills will become a “must have”. These and other… Continue reading Kaspersky shares IT security recommendations for businesses in 2021
A new gender balance: SEA’s women in tech face lockdown barriers to career progression
Almost half of women in Southeast Asia (SEA) working in technology believe the effects of COVID-19 have delayed their career progression, despite 64% of women believing that much needed gender equality is more likely to be achieved through remote working structures. While lockdown life was earmarked as a possible accelerator towards equal gender opportunity in… Continue reading A new gender balance: SEA’s women in tech face lockdown barriers to career progression
Protecting vehicles: Kaspersky launches tailored threat intelligence reporting for the automotive industry
Kaspersky has now introduced its tailored threat intelligence (TI) reporting for organizations working in the automotive industry, which was previously available for a selected range of customers. The company’s TI reports provide car manufacturers with in-depth analysis of industry-specific security threats and identify information that could be utilized by malefactors to develop attacks on vehicles,… Continue reading Protecting vehicles: Kaspersky launches tailored threat intelligence reporting for the automotive industry
Self-sufficient: staff in small companies need employer support less than those in larger firms
According to a recent Kaspersky survey, people who work in companies with fewer than 50 employees, on average, need less employer support when working remotely, compared to staff in larger businesses. Emotional or psychological support is an exception. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many companies, but small businesses have suffered more than others. According to… Continue reading Self-sufficient: staff in small companies need employer support less than those in larger firms