Ernst & Young launches first cyber security centre
Professional services firm Ernst and Young Global Ltd. on Tuesday announced the launch of its first Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) here - the first in the world.
Jun 09, 2015, 17:30 PM IST
Nasscom sets up cyber security task force
The task force members, led by NIIT Chairman Rajendra Pawar, will include industry leaders across IT-BPM, internet, banking, telecom as well as representatives from government and academia.
May 25, 2015, 22:41 PM IST
Help us fight fakes, Alibaba tells global brands
When it comes to fighting fakes, Alibaba`s head of internet security says cooperation beats the courtroom any day.
May 18, 2015, 17:06 PM IST
BlackBerry to buy WatchDox to bolster data security
BlackBerry Ltd said on Tuesday it is acquiring privately-held U.S. tech company WatchDox, which makes software that secures files for clients ranging from private equity firms to Hollywood studios, in a bid to boost its security offerings.
Apr 22, 2015, 00:09 AM IST
iViz to hire 300 ethical hackers in 2 years
US-based iViz will hire about 300 ethical hackers in the next two years for its facility in Bangalore as it looks to tap into the multi-billion dollar global opportunity for cyber security firms.
Apr 12, 2015, 13:30 PM IST
IT has changed the way the world looks at India: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Information Technology has revolutionised the way the world looks at India, adding that progress is incomplete without `information ways`.
Mar 01, 2015, 19:45 PM IST
Options traders bet on growing US demand for cyber security
A barrage of damaging cyber attacks has shaken up the security industry, and traders in the options market are betting on cyber security companies benefiting from increased spending as governments and businesses boost security.
Feb 20, 2015, 03:13 AM IST
Anthem warns US customers of email scam after data breach
The No. 2 U.S. health insurer said on Wednesday that hackers breached its computer system containing data on up to 80 million people.
Feb 07, 2015, 06:48 AM IST
Google splurged $1.5 million on bug finders in 2014
Google reportedly splurged a whopping 1.5 million dollars as awards to security researchers who pointed out flaws in its open-source programmes last year.
Jan 31, 2015, 15:54 PM IST
Cameron meets Obama, vows cyber security cooperation
Cameron referenced the recent cyberattack allegedly launched by North Korea against Sony Pictures in a video posted just before the talks.
Jan 16, 2015, 09:35 AM IST
Cyber crimes in India may double in 2015: Study
The number of cyber crimes in India may touch 300,000 in 2015, almost double the level of last year, causing havoc in the financial space, security establishment and social fabric, a study said.
Jan 04, 2015, 10:39 AM IST
'Cyber crooks scouting for vulnerabilities in Apple Pay'
Cyber criminals are looking at ways to exploit tech giant Apple's recently-launched digital payment solution Apple Pay, according to top cyber security solutions firm Trend Micro.
Dec 29, 2014, 15:43 PM IST
India logs 40% annual increase in cyber crime cases
Hacking, publication of obscene contents, credit card and banking frauds among other cyber crimes have registered an annual increase of more than 40 percent in the country in the past two years.
Dec 28, 2014, 09:36 AM IST
Need to re-look at IT Act to counter cyber crime: Govt
Cyber crime has become a challenge and this needs to be addressed by taking a relook at the IT Act and revamping criminal laws, government told the Rajya Sabha Wednesday.
Dec 10, 2014, 18:20 PM IST
Password, SMS stealing virus hits Android phones
Cyber security sleuths have alerted Android-based smart phone users against an infectious Trojan virus which steals vital information from the personal device and can even illegally send SMSes to those on the mobile contact list.
Dec 09, 2014, 16:13 PM IST
Advanced cyberspying tool dates from 2008: researchers
The largest number of infections discovered - 28 percent - was in Russia, and Saudi Arabia was second with 24 percent.
Nov 24, 2014, 19:44 PM IST
China says controls on Internet needed to maintain stability
Chinese officials called on Wednesday for controls on the Internet to preserve stability, saying its model for cyberspace regulation can be the framework for spawning commercial successes like Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
Nov 19, 2014, 18:44 PM IST
Apple devices under 'masque attack' threat: Cyber agency
Cyber security sleuths have alerted users of 'Apple' iphones and ipads against a lurking "masque attack" on their devices that could compromise gadget safety and steal sensitive private information.
Nov 18, 2014, 15:32 PM IST
Caution against Windows-2003 OS as Microsoft announces its end
The CERT-In is the nodal agency to combat hacking, phishing and to fortify security-related defences of the Indian Internet domain.
Nov 17, 2014, 15:49 PM IST
'Indian organisations lack skills to combat cybercrime'
According to the EY Global Information Security survey, companies are lacking agility, budget and skills to mitigate known vulnerabilities and successfully prepare for and address cybersecurity.
Nov 16, 2014, 11:00 AM IST
