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CSCAU updates cyber security standard for SMBs to fight threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CSCAU updates cyber security standard for SMBs to fight threats

Cyber Security Certification Australia (CSCAU) unveils its first update to the dynamic SMB1001:2025 standard, enhancing SMB cyber defence against emerging threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
Boxing star Danny Green fronts new Cyber Wardens, Cyber Security campaign
Telstra

Boxing star Danny Green fronts new Cyber Wardens, Cyber Security campaign

Boxing legend Danny Green champions the Cyber Wardens campaign to boost cyber security for small businesses amidst rising online attacks.

By COSBOA • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Optus teams with Devo for new managed threat monitoring service
Security Information and Event Management

Optus teams with Devo for new managed threat monitoring service

Optus, partnering with Devo Technology, launches a new Managed Threat Monitoring Service to bolster cybersecurity for enterprise clients using AI and real-time analytics.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 11th Aug 2024
Clearing cybersecurity hurdles: Queensland's sprint to secure the 2032 Olympics
Digital Transformation

Clearing cybersecurity hurdles: Queensland's sprint to secure the 2032 Olympics

Queensland ramps up cybersecurity to safeguard the 2032 Olympics against evolving threats, prioritising identity security and global standards compliance.

By Nam Lam • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale
Firewalls

Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale

Louis Droguett, CEO of Software@Scale, urges firms to bolster cybersecurity with multi-layered approaches as threats from groups like APT40 intensify.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification
Cybersecurity

Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification

Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare
Ransomware

Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare

As cyber attacks surge, doctors warn clinics to protect operations, with some even considering a return to paper records.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses
EduTech

Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses

CommBank and Telstra team up with COSBOA to launch Cyber Wardens, a free training program aimed at safeguarding Australia's small businesses from costly cyber threats.

By COSBOA • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024
Cyber security in retail: How proactive measures build trust and loyalty?
Data Protection

Cyber security in retail: How proactive measures build trust and loyalty?

Amid rising cyber attacks, 69% of Australian retailers are prioritising cyber security in 2024, with a focus on building consumer trust and loyalty.

By Vasko Ckorovski • 4 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap
Data Analytics

Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Zadara completes IRAP process, expands availability in Australia
Storage

Zadara completes IRAP process, expands availability in Australia

Zadara, an international cloud service provider, completes Australia's Information Security Registered Assessors Program (IRAP), enhancing its expansion into the country.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Okta attains IRAP security status for Australian government use
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Okta attains IRAP security status for Australian government use

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2024
Zimperium launches Australia's first sovereign-hosted MTD capabilities
Network Infrastructure

Zimperium launches Australia's first sovereign-hosted MTD capabilities

Zimperium has launched Australia's first sovereign-hosted mobile threat defence service, enhancing national cybersecurity efforts.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Nov 2023

Global Stories

NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet
Storage

NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Report reveals reliance on memory-unsafe languages in OSS projects
Cybersecurity

Report reveals reliance on memory-unsafe languages in OSS projects

A new cybersecurity report reveals that 52% of critical open-source projects rely on memory-unsafe programming languages, posing significant security risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Software supply chain security: Finding the weakest link
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Software supply chain security: Finding the weakest link

Security in the software supply chain stands on shaky ground, as reliance on prebuilt and open-source code leads to rampant vulnerabilities and 91% of firms report incidents within the last year.

By Richard Sorosina • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Apr 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
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