AVG, who distribute AVG Internet and mobile security software in New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific are alerting Internet shoppers to be wary of scams infiltrating online competitions. “Cyber criminals have created highly lucrative illicit revenue streams by using legitimate advertising networks and fraudulently altering promotional collateral, including competition entry forms – often from […]
The most common reason for security breaches is employees’ losing or misplacing devices with confidential data on them, such as USB sticks and laptops. This was revealed in a study by the Ponemon Institute. It was also revealed that Small Business employees were “reported to be more likely to engage in “risky” behavior: 58 percent […]
Robert Mann, the IT manager at Westminster Canterbury Richmond has revealed why he decided to use LOK-IT secure flash drives to protect sensitive company & customer data. “Beyond the financial strain and damage to WCR’s reputation a data breach could pose, it’s our duty to protect our customers’ data. LOK-IT helps us fulfill that duty.” […]
It’s an old article, but one worth revisiting. IronKey‘s John Jefferis runs through the benefits of using USB sticks, while also outlining the security issues that come with using USB sticks in the workplace. You can read more over at infosecurity-magazine.com For a secure USB solution, check out our range of IronKey & LOK-IT products.
Neil J. Rubenking, the Lead Security Analyst at pcmag.com has reviewed the LOK-IT Secure Flash Drive. Rubenking rated the product 4/5, saying… “Bottom Line With its on-board PIN pad LOK-IT offers platform-independent hardware-based secure portable storage. It uses no software or drivers. When locked it cuts all outside communication, so hackers can’t get a foothold. […]
While small businesses are taking advantage of the benefits of the internet a new study has found that 30 per cent don’t run a firewall & 16 per cent aren’t running any anti-virus software. You can read more information from the study at news.com.au
If you follow this blog you’ll know we often post about data leaks from all sorts of companies. Due to the prevalence of these leaks it’s no surprise IT companies are looking into new and improved security solutions. One of the most effective tools to protect data is the use of self-encrypting drives, or SEDs. […]
CAPTCHA can now be solved for you, at a price. “Virtual sweatshops” are being set up to solve these puzzles. Using low cost labour in China, India, Pakistan, and Vietnam, the service is heavily used by spammers to help assist them spread spam to websites who think they’re protected. You can read more at http://www.smh.com.au/it-pro/security-it/virtual-sweatshops-defeat-antispam-tests-20120110-1psej.html#ixzz1kFCHzjN1
Michael L Berman of scrippnews.com has shared his thoughts on the Apricorn & LOK-IT product ranges. “That little USB flash drive you carry around in your pocket or briefcase probably contains everything from personal documents to phone numbers. But what happens if you lose it or it gets stolen? It may even be password protected, […]
William King has recommended IronKey as a key device for workers on the move. “IronKey is a super secure USB flash drive which can keep your data (…) safe if it gets stolen.” You can read more over cmvlive.com
