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Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Amid a significant talent gap, Google has launched its Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia to equip around 40,000 individuals with vital cybersecurity skills, in response to a 23% increase in cybercrime incidents.
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Zadara completes IRAP process, expands availability in Australia

Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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Zadara, an international cloud service provider, completes Australia's Information Security Registered Assessors Program (IRAP), enhancing its expansion into the country.
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Okta attains IRAP security status for Australian government use

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Okta, a leading identity partner, achieves an IRAP-protected-level assessment, strengthening the Australian Government's trust in modern Identity solutions by reinforcing security against cyber threats.
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Tenable Solutions passes IRAP assessment for optimal cyber security

Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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Tenable Solutions successfully passes a PROTECTED level IRAP assessment, reinforcing its commitment to top cyber security standards.
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Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods

Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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Rising cybersecurity threats prompt a shift from traditional, vulnerable password methods to phishing-resistant authentication solutions.
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Zimperium launches Australia's first sovereign-hosted MTD capabilities

Wed, 8th Nov 2023
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Zimperium has launched Australia's first sovereign-hosted mobile threat defence service, enhancing national cybersecurity efforts.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Ricoh Australia

Tue, 5th Sep 2023
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Yasu Takahashi, who is the Managing Director of Ricoh Australia, joins us today to tell us more about Ricoh Australia and their solutions for the APAC market.
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LOTL cyber attack technique growing in popularity

Thu, 25th May 2023
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'Living off the land' cyberattack techniques are growing in popularity, according to Tony Jarvis, Director of Enterprise Security at Darktrace.
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Ransomware BianLian changes tactics, focusing on extortion

Thu, 25th May 2023
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BianLian ransomware group shifts focus to data extortion, targeting Australian and US companies and critical infrastructure, warns cybersecurity advisory.
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AUCloud appoints Rafe Berding as Chief Marketing Officer

Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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Australia's sovereign cloud provider, AUCloud, has appointed Rafe Berding as their new Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for the company's market strategy.
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Australians want better cybersecurity: Palo Alto Networks

Tue, 27th Dec 2022
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The latest research by Palo Alto Networks and Savanta indicates that most Australians need more confidence in Australia's cyber security capabilities.
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How managed detection and response can bolster security in an increased threat landscape

Thu, 10th Nov 2022
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The digital operating environment has made doing business easier, yet this dependence has opened the floodgates for malicious cyberattacks.
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How leaders can safeguard customer data against today's new threats

Wed, 9th Nov 2022
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Australian businesses lost over $33 billion to cyber attacks in 2021. The government is considering fines of up to $50 million for data breaches.
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Making cyber security and data privacy a big issue for small businesses

Wed, 19th Oct 2022
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Optus and Telstra cyber attacks highlight the threat to Australian small businesses. Awareness and action must be taken to prevent devastating damage.
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CyberCX aims to help AU businesses achieve Essential 8 compliance

Thu, 13th Oct 2022
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The E8 are a set of priority mitigations recommended by the Australian Cyber Security Centre as the most effective controls against cyber threats.
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Workday completes IRAP and gains FedRAMP authorisation

Mon, 18th Jul 2022
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Workday achieves IRAP Protected level assessment, enabling customers to process data in compliance with Australian government policies.
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Barracuda customises training to fit ACSC Essential Eight

Wed, 6th Jul 2022
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Barracuda's Security Awareness Training now aligns with the ACSC's Essential Eight to help Australian businesses combat cyber threats.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from CyberArk

Fri, 1st Jul 2022
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Olly Stimpson joins us today to discuss the importance of MSP programmes and how MSP partners are experiencing success with CyberArk.
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ACSC warns businesses to defend themselves against Russian cyber attacks

Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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The Australian Cyber Security Centre has warned Australian businesses to urgently protect themselves against targeted Russian cybercriminal activity.
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Vulnerabilities pose danger to SonicWall SMA 100 remote access appliances

Thu, 20th Jan 2022
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SonicWall and Australia’s ACSC are urging all businesses using SonicWall SMA 100 Series appliances to patch the devices as soon as possible.