Aura Information Security have received a number of questions about Zoom video conferencing software for online meetings. With so many staff now working from home, these sorts of video conferencing tools have become essential to keep operating. But how do you know which one to trust?  

The pandemic has upended the way we work, collaborate and do business - this is unprecedented disruption. It's easy for good cyber security posture to slip when you're distracted and under pressure. 

Despite most people in New Zealand having access to a smartphone or computer for work, many Kiwis underestimate how vulnerable we are to cyber criminals. We mistakenly believe that our country’s geographic distance makes us an ‘island’ on the Internet. However, the reality is that everybody is connected in this digital world.

If you’re using the Microsoft suite of services, you probably have a good grasp of why direct connections to the Microsoft cloud are beneficial. However, as our team dived into conversations with customers looking to use ExpressRoute, we noticed there’s some misunderstanding around its suitability for accessing Office 365 and Teams.

When talking to our customers about the impact of cyber-crime on their business last year, many felt overwhelmed by the increasing volume of security alerts demanding immediate attention. 'Notification Fatigue' is a new trend occurring in small to medium sized businesses throughout New Zealand.