Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) stories - Page 1

Australian councils urged to adopt managed security services
4 days ago
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ransomware
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
In light of rising cyberattacks, Australian councils are urged to consider Managed Security Service Providers essential for robust cybersecurity and public trust.

Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges
Last week
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.

Elastic completes IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Elastic has achieved the Protected level IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud, ensuring compliance with Australian government security requirements.

Why unified secure access service edge is the next critical evolution in secure network architecture
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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digital transformation
As cyber threats evolve, experts urge businesses to adopt unified secure access service edge (SASE) to ensure robust security across modern networks.

Cyber threats cost Australian businesses AUD $300 million
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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partner programmes
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
A new report reveals that 91% of Australian small businesses neglect vital insurance and risk management, exposing them to cybercrime costs of AUD $300 million annually.

Australian small firms risk exposure amid cyber threats
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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cyber threats
A new report reveals that 91% of Australian small businesses neglect essential insurance, exposing them to cybercrime costing $300 million annually.

Australia sees rise in cyber threats & financial losses
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Australia's cyber security landscape is deteriorating, with over 1,100 incidents reported and average losses surging to AUD $30,700, warns the ACSC.

ThreatLocker aids Australian firms in meeting Essential Eight
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
ThreatLocker has unveiled a whitepaper to assist Australian businesses in achieving compliance with the Essential Eight cybersecurity strategies.

Australian shoppers brace for record Black Friday sales
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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mfa
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ecommerce
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cybersecurity
As Australians gear up for a record-breaking shopping season, concerns about online scams heighten, with potential spending surpassing $69.7 billion.

Qualys Cloud Platform achieves IRAP PROTECTED status
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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australian government
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acsc
Qualys' Cloud Platform has been evaluated as 'PROTECTED' by IRAP, affirming its security for sensitive data in Australia's government and critical sectors.

Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.

Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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government
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nsa
A joint advisory from international agencies warns of Iranian cyber actors targeting critical infrastructure sectors using brute force tactics for credential compromise.

LogicMonitor achieves key security milestone with IRAP certification
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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encryption
LogicMonitor has achieved IRAP certification, confirming its compliance with Australian Government security standards and enhancing its offerings for public sector clients.

Enhancing data centre security with mobile access control
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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endpoint protection
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encryption
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physical security
Mobile access control is revolutionising data centre security, addressing insider threats and ensuring compliance with mandates like GDPR and NDB.

NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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storage
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firewalls
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iot
The New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre has teamed up with global partners to tackle a China-linked botnet compromising over 260,000 devices globally.

Action1 enters Australian market with local data centre
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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edutech
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healthtech
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government
US-based Action1 enters Australian market with local team and Sydney-based data centre, aiming to help organisations meet ACSC's Essential Eight through automated patch management.

CSCAU updates cyber security standard for SMBs to fight threats
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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business continuity
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acs
Cyber Security Certification Australia (CSCAU) unveils its first update to the dynamic SMB1001:2025 standard, enhancing SMB cyber defence against emerging threats.

Boxing star Danny Green fronts new Cyber Wardens, Cyber Security campaign
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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telstra
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australian government
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cybersafety
Boxing legend Danny Green champions the Cyber Wardens campaign to boost cyber security for small businesses amidst rising online attacks.

Optus teams with Devo for new managed threat monitoring service
Sun, 11th Aug 2024
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siem
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it automation
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ueba
Optus, partnering with Devo Technology, launches a new Managed Threat Monitoring Service to bolster cybersecurity for enterprise clients using AI and real-time analytics.

Clearing cybersecurity hurdles: Queensland's sprint to secure the 2032 Olympics
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Queensland ramps up cybersecurity to safeguard the 2032 Olympics against evolving threats, prioritising identity security and global standards compliance.