Information Security
FBI arrests 'WannaCry' accidental hero
A researcher credited with disabling a global cyber attack has been arrested on unrelated charges of conspiring to advertise and sell malicious software.
'Cyber-ransoming' on the rise in NZ
Cyber ransoming, where hackers seize files or intellectual property and demand money for their return, appears to be increasing, Minister Responsible for the GCSB Christopher Finlayson says. Audio
Cyber attacks breach Australian government networks
Computer hackers based in China are suspected over sensitive Australian government and corporate computer network breaches over the past five years.
Councillors' documents thrown out in the trash
Wellington city councillors have been told to go dumpster diving if they want to retrieve personal documents thrown out with no warning by staff. Audio
SIS defends NZ jihadi brides secrecy
The SIS was not in a position to reveal details of the Jihadi brides controversy when the story broke, and did not intend to mislead the public, its director says.
Privacy a major concern for NZers - survey
New Zealanders are becoming increasingly worried about their privacy, according to a new survey.
Push for privacy in domain game
People registering for New Zealand website domain names could keep their details secret in certain cases for the first time.
108 cyber crime attacks per day in NZ
Cyber criminals are targeting New Zealand at a growing rate and there are warnings it will get worse without tougher laws.
Security 'at risk' with justice from home
The Ministry of Justice's plan to make some staff work from home raises security concerns, the Public Service Association says.
NZers confidence in cyber security falls
New Zealand organisations are far less confident about the security of their information and of their suppliers according to a new survey out this morning. Audio