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Cyber attacks impact 60% of mid-sized Australian businesses
Fintech

Cyber attacks impact 60% of mid-sized Australian businesses

A MYOB survey reveals that three in five mid-sized Australian businesses have faced cyber attacks, with the highest rates in finance and insurance sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Microsoft, NAB & CITT join forces to boost cybersecurity for Victoria's SMBs
Cybersecurity

Microsoft, NAB & CITT join forces to boost cybersecurity for Victoria's SMBs

A $1 million cybersecurity training initiative between Microsoft, National Australia Bank, and CITT aims to bolster security understanding for small businesses and equip students with practical industry experience in Victoria.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 17th Feb 2024
Lacework lands IRAP for cloud safety platform
Hyperscale

Lacework lands IRAP for cloud safety platform

Sydney's Lacework earns the IRAP certification for its cloud security platform, underscoring its commitment to security in cloud environments.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Australia aims to become global cybersecurity leader by 2030
Multi-factor authentication

Australia aims to become global cybersecurity leader by 2030

Australia intensifies its cybersecurity measures with ambitions of becoming a global frontrunner in digital protection initiatives by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Dec 2023
Boomi completes independent assessment under IRAP framework
Cloud Services

Boomi completes independent assessment under IRAP framework

Boomi has announced the completion of its independent assessment for cloud security controls under the Government's IRAP framework.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022
NEXTGEN appoints Mick Lehmann as General Manager Government
Security Information and Event Management

NEXTGEN appoints Mick Lehmann as General Manager Government

Former military Colonel and Splunk executive, Mick Lehmann, joins NEXTGEN as GM Government, with a focus on investing and growing public sector business.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Sep 2022
ASD will not get more powers for mass surveillance on Australians
Australian Government

ASD will not get more powers for mass surveillance on Australians

Rumours suggesting that the Australian Signals Directorate may get more powers to spy on Australians are completely unfounded.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018

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Australian Signals Directorate stories

World Backup Day underscores importance of Australian data protection
Data Protection

World Backup Day underscores importance of Australian data protection

World Backup Day (March 31) underscores the vital need for Aussies and businesses to consider rigorous data protection in light of increasing cyber threats, according to Pete Murray, Managing Director ANZ at Veritas Technologies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
Okta welcomes Essential 8 push for phishing resistant authentication
Digital Transformation

Okta welcomes Essential 8 push for phishing resistant authentication

Okta commends Australia's Essential 8 cybersecurity framework for its push for phishing-resistant Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), aiming to bolster defence against cyber threats.

By Brett Winterford • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024
Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience
Ransomware

Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience

In response to the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, the Australian Signals Directorate has revised its Essential Eight Maturity Model (E8MM), incorporating exposure management to proactively identify and prioritise risks, aiding businesses in effectively defending against cyber attacks.

By Scott McKinnel • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
ASD updates Essential Eight, strengthens phishing-resistant MFA requirements
DevOps

ASD updates Essential Eight, strengthens phishing-resistant MFA requirements

The Australian Signals Directorate has revised the Essential Eight Maturity Model, lowering the bar for organisations and amplifying phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication requirements to fortify cyber breach prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024
Tenable Solutions passes IRAP assessment for optimal cyber security
Australian Cyber Security Centre

Tenable Solutions passes IRAP assessment for optimal cyber security

Tenable Solutions successfully passes a PROTECTED level IRAP assessment, reinforcing its commitment to top cyber security standards.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2023
Exabeam completes protected level IRAP assessment in Australia
Security Information and Event Management

Exabeam completes protected level IRAP assessment in Australia

Exabeam has successfully passed an IRAP assessment at the Protected level for its Security Operations Platform in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods
Multi-factor authentication

Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods

Rising cybersecurity threats prompt a shift from traditional, vulnerable password methods to phishing-resistant authentication solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2023
Building on the 'Essential Eight' with a people-centric approach to cybersecurity
Internet of Things

Building on the 'Essential Eight' with a people-centric approach to cybersecurity

Organisations often combat threats by placing too much emphasis on technology alone and too little emphasis on people and their behaviour.

By Yvette Lejins • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2022
Adobe Sign completes Australian IRAP security assessment
Marketing Technologies

Adobe Sign completes Australian IRAP security assessment

Adobe Sign secures IRAP certification, ensuring high levels of information security for digital and e-signatures.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Jun 2021
Five security priorities to consider with a remote workforce
Wireless Networks

Five security priorities to consider with a remote workforce

Recently, Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) issued a warning over the usage of insecure video conferencing apps, citing security concerns.

By James Ley • 4 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020
Breaking down the ASD's “top four” strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents
Privileged Access Management

Breaking down the ASD's “top four” strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents

We take a deep dive into the absolute essential aspects of a robust security strategy, as outlined by the Australian government.

By Patrick Martlew • 6 min read • Mon, 18th Jun 2018