Global security vendor Sophos claims to have discovered a new strain of Windows ransomware which is the final executable payload in a manual attack where every other stage is delivered through a PowerShell script. One of the entry points was an on-premises Microsoft Exchange Server installation.



Oracle is providing the Tasmanian Government with free use of the Oracle Health Management System to manage its COVID-19 vaccination program.

Optus has launched a new home Internet plan specifically designed for gamers which it says aims to not only provide great Wi-Fi coverage, but will also address congestion issues for gamers in households where multiple devices are being used, by prioritising their gaming traffic within the premises.

Trend Micro Cloud One – Open Source Security by Synk exposes open source software vulnerabilities for security operation teams and tackles open source risk on a single platform.

Managed service provider Brennan IT has appointed oOh! Media founder and former CEO Brendon Cook as chairman of its advisory board.

Acer affirms its commitment to the environment by joining RE100 and have adopted a sustainable initiative with its laptops. Acer also launches new products and updates.

Melbourne-based additive manufacturing specialist Titomic has appointed 3D printing expert Herbert Koeck to the role of chief executive officer, effective 1 July 2021.

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