Schools, iPhones and the IoT: WatchGuard Predicts New Hunting Grounds for Hackers in 2016

          - From spear phishing to IoT and malvertising, security threats to plan for in the coming year

          WatchGuard(R) Technologies, a leader in multi-function firewalls, revealed  its full list of 10 new information security predictions for 2016. WatchGuard's security research highlights new and emerging threat trends that include: advanced ransomware moving on to alternate platforms; an increase in targeted iOS attacks; and a new hunting ground for criminals to find data that leads to identity theft.

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          "The security threat landscape is constantly changing, as cyber criminals deploy old and new methods to expand their reach, exploit users, and gain access to valuable data," said Corey Nachreiner, chief technology officer at WatchGuard. "To play better defense, we recommend following security best practices; training employees about threats and targeted social engineering techniques; and deploying the latest network security technologies so organizations identify security issues in real-time to address the majority of attacks we anticipate in 2016."

          1.  Ransomware Reaches New Platforms
          2.  Social Engineering Keeps People as Your Biggest Threat
          3.  SMB Security Breaches Go Back to Basics
          4.  Malware on iOS Will Rise
          5.  Malvertising Increases by Leveraging Encryption
          6.  Automation Brings Security to the Next Level
          7.  Cyber Criminals Go Back to School to Get Data
          8.  Hijacked Firmware Attacks the Internet of Things
          9.  Wireless "Ease-of-Use" Features Expose the Next Big Wireless Flaw
          10. Hacktivists Hijack Broadcast Media

          Relevant Resources: 2016 Security Prediction Downloads from WatchGuard

          - 2016 Security Predictions  Interactive Microsite
          - 2016 Security Predictions  Full Length Video
          - 2016 Security Predictions  Infographic
          - 2016 Security Predictions  Detailed eBook
          - WatchGuard Security Center Blog

          About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

          WatchGuard(R) Technologies, Inc. is a global leader of integrated, multi-function business security solutions that intelligently combine industry standard hardware, best-of-breed security features, and policy-based management tools. WatchGuard provides easy-to-use, but enterprise-powerful protection to hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide. WatchGuard products are backed by WatchGuard LiveSecurity(R) Service, an innovative support program. WatchGuard is headquartered in Seattle, Wash. with offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. To learn more, visit WatchGuard.com.

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          Contacts:
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          Jolene Goh
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          +65-9725-8867
          Jolene.Goh@watchguard.com

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