Australian Signals Directorate stories

AI-driven agents and rising network attacks are reshaping cyber risks, experts warn, as Safer Internet Day 2026 urges 'verified trust' online.

McAfee boosts its Scam Detector with instant QR checks and smarter message scanning to counter a surge in personal, AI-powered frauds.

DigiCert predicts Asia-Pacific firms will prioritise AI integrity, certificate automation and quantum-safe cryptography in 2026 security plans.

Cyber resilience is now a critical CFO challenge, with cybersecurity failures directly impacting Australian companies' financial health and regulatory compliance.

Ransomware attacks in Australia surged in 2023–24, costing businesses up to AUD $97,200 on average, urging firms to bolster cyber defences and response plans.

In November 2024, a surge of over 60 DDoS attacks targeted 39 Australian websites, driven by the pro-Russian group NoName057(16) protesting government actions.

The Five Eyes Alliance has endorsed Semperis's Purple Knight tool to enhance security in Microsoft Active Directory systems, vital for UK firms.

QuintessenceLabs has installed its Trusted Security Foundation appliance in Equinix's Canberra data centre, boosting defences against quantum computing threats.

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.

Despite increasing cyber threats, Yubico's survey reveals 39% still rely on just usernames and passwords. Regional VP Geoff Schomburgk calls for urgent cybersecurity reforms.

Post-Quantum Cryptography is redefining digital security, with new NIST standards challenging organisations to adopt quantum-resistant solutions.

Yubico's Jeff Schomburgk has discussed the critical rise of phishing-resistant authentication and its pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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