Tim Clarkson 
Key Takeaways Layer your defences: endpoints, identity, backups, and email all need separate controls, not one silver bullet. Immutable, offsite backups are what actually gets you back online without paying a ransom. Modern ransomware steals your data before encrypting it, so backups alone do not remove the extortion risk. A written incident response plan turns […]
In February 2026, the medication-management platform Medimap suffered a severe cyber attack that forced a system-wide shutdown. The breach, which resulted in alarming data manipulation, has reignited urgent debates regarding the resilience of security protocols across New Zealand’s private health services and the oversight of sensitive patient information. ### Key takeaways A significant cyber attack […]
Key Takeaways Most phishing gets through on trust, not technical trickery. Train staff to question urgency, not just spot bad spelling. DMARC, SPF, and DKIM stop attackers from spoofing your domain in the first place. Multi-factor authentication is the single biggest thing you can do to stop a stolen password becoming a breach. Simulated phishing […]
Key Takeaways Securing your digital environment requires a consistent and disciplined approach to managing credentials across all platforms. Adopting a structured strategy for storage and access significantly improves your long-term security posture. Prioritise the use of unique, complex passwords for every single online account you own. Utilise a centralised vault to store and protect sensitive […]
Technology quietly runs everything inside a modern business, until it suddenly doesn’t. A slow network, a system crash, or a cyber incident can bring operations to a halt in seconds. For many companies in Christchurch, these disruptions are not just inconvenient, they directly affect revenue, staff productivity, and customer trust. That’s where IT Support […]
The cybersecurity community is abuzz following the announcement of Anthropic’s advanced AI model, Claude Mythos. This powerful AI has demonstrated an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit software vulnerabilities, raising significant concerns about its potential impact on global cybersecurity. While Anthropic has withheld public release due to these risks, a recent report of unauthorized access […]
To wrap things up, managing who gets access to what is super important for keeping your digital stuff safe. Here are the main things to remember: Key Takeaways Always give people only the access they absolutely need to do their job. No more, no less. Use extra security steps, like a second password or code, […]
The New Zealand government has launched a new AI Advisory Pilot program aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) harness the power of artificial intelligence to enhance productivity and foster growth. Announced by Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk, the initiative provides practical, co-funded support to demystify AI adoption for businesses. Key Takeaways […]
Implementing zero trust security is a big step, but it’s worth it. Here are the main things to remember: Key Takeaways Zero trust means you don’t automatically trust anyone or anything, even if they’re already inside your network. You always check. Strong passwords and making sure people can only access what they absolutely need are […]
Moving your business to the cloud can seem like a big step, but it offers a lot of advantages. Here are the main things to remember about using cloud migration services: Key Takeaways Cloud services help your business run smoother and become more efficient. You can easily add or remove resources as your business needs […]
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