26 Dec 2025

I wouldn’t plug that USB in if I were you!

Posted in IT policy, Security
I wouldn’t plug that USB in if I were you!

You’re leaving work and see a USB drive someone’s dropped in the elevator. It looks like the same one you have at home that you bought from JB Hi-Fi. Do you A. plug it in to track down the owner (or out of curiosity), B. hand it in as a lost item, C. throw it […]

31 Oct 2025

Our national response to cyber-crime is top-heavy

Posted in IT policy, Security
Our national response to cyber-crime is top-heavy

Cyber-crime continues to evolve rapidly, becoming more sophisticated and widespread, prompting the New Zealand government and several non-profit organisations to respond with enhanced policies, initiatives and guidance. Government organisations and initiatives remain primarily focused on protecting our critical infrastructure and government agencies from threats and breaches, which ultimately keeps us all safer. Meanwhile, private non-profit […]