Exposed services…huh? Open ports…what? Have you heard these terms mentioned recently and wondered what on earth they are? Or why are they important? We’re here to provide some clarity. Exposed services and open ports actually mean the same thing… and they pose a...
Because we use email every day, and we often use passwords to access it, email can feel safe and secure – but, unfortunately, that’s not always quite true. If you look at the statistics around cybercrime, phishing and credential harvesting are the most common types of...
Mobile Device Management or MDM is a software tool that helps you wrangle the digital devices in your school or kura. It puts you in control by allowing you to set policies, configure devices and make them more secure. MDM means, for example, when an app developer or...
Protecting ākonga, safeguarding systems and creating positive digital experiences A safe digital space isn’t necessarily secure, and a secure one isn’t always safe. Confused? Online safety and security are often used interchangeably – and whilst they’re closely...
Schools and kura send, receive and store a lot of private information such as students’ names, ages, contact details, academic records and history as well as private information about their staff. Some of this is more sensitive data, such as student health records and...
Following the successful launch at the end of last year, Grok Academy will be re-launching Cyber Comp this month to enable students who would have previously been focusing on exams to participate and test their cyber skills. With many new students starting the 2023...
We all know the internet is a critical learning resource and environment for ākonga. However, it’s increasingly important for us all to be vigilant against the threat of potential dangers and stay safe online. Over 12 months (2021/2022), 7 billion potentially...