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Security agencies urge stronger AI data protocols & SIEM shift
Semiconductors

Security agencies urge stronger AI data protocols & SIEM shift

Global security agencies urge enhanced AI data security and updated SIEM-SOAR protocols to combat evolving cyber threats and safeguard critical systems.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
The Ransomware Threat: How to respond and protect your organisation
Data Protection

The Ransomware Threat: How to respond and protect your organisation

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.

By Jamie Humphrey • 5 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?
Data Protection

How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?

Small and medium Australian businesses face rising data privacy threats, with cybercrime costs averaging AUD$49,600 as regulations tighten on data protection.

By Rakesh Prabhakar • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Under attack: Exposing upscale hacktivist DDoS tactics
Firewalls

Under attack: Exposing upscale hacktivist DDoS tactics

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.

By Matthew Hanmer • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Exclusive: Qualys MD discusses cybersecurity in ANZ region
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Qualys MD discusses cybersecurity in ANZ region

In an exclusive interview, Qualys' MD for Australia and New Zealand, Sam Salehi, discusses evolving cybersecurity challenges and the importance of basic practices.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Five Eyes recommend Semperis' Purple Knight for cyber defence
Cybersecurity

Five Eyes recommend Semperis' Purple Knight for cyber defence

The Five Eyes Alliance has highlighted Semperis' Purple Knight tool in new guidance aimed at bolstering cybersecurity against identity threats.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Five Eyes backs Purple Knight for Active Directory defence
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Five Eyes backs Purple Knight for Active Directory defence

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

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
QuintessenceLabs deploys key appliance in Equinix centres
Data Protection

QuintessenceLabs deploys key appliance in Equinix centres

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

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024

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Australian Signals Directorate stories

Australia faces rising cyberattacks targeting key infrastructure
Firewalls

Australia faces rising cyberattacks targeting key infrastructure

Cyberattacks on Australia's critical infrastructure surged 50% to 143 in 2022–23, raising serious concerns over national security and service disruptions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA
Ransomware

Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA

Australian organisations face rising cyber threats bypassing MFA, prompting a shift to passwordless authentication and a AUD $288.1 million government security boost.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Adobe Acrobat Sign achieves IRAP certification in Australia
Digital Transformation

Adobe Acrobat Sign achieves IRAP certification in Australia

Adobe Acrobat Sign has achieved IRAP certification at the PROTECTED level in Australia, enhancing its support for government agencies with secure digital solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Women in Security Network wins global diversity award
Cybersecurity

Women in Security Network wins global diversity award

The Women in Security Mentoring Network has won the 2024 Global Award for Best Diversity Initiative, recognising its AI-driven efforts to enhance diversity in cybersecurity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Virsae completes IRAP & ISM Essential Eight assessments
Data Protection

Virsae completes IRAP & ISM Essential Eight assessments

Virsae has enhanced its cybersecurity platform by completing the Australian Infosec Registered Assessors Program and ISM Essential Eight assessments.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025
Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust
Data Protection

Australian firms face challenges in consumer data trust

Paul Henaghan highlights the pressing challenges in Australia's cyber security, noting consumer distrust in data handling among local enterprises.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Obsidian Security completes IRAP assessment for SaaS
Hyperscale

Obsidian Security completes IRAP assessment for SaaS

Obsidian Security has successfully completed the IRAP Assessment, now enabling its SaaS security platform for Australia's Federal Government agencies amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
SquareX unveils browser security tech at Melbourne CyberCon
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SquareX unveils browser security tech at Melbourne CyberCon

SquareX unveils its innovative Browser Detection and Response solution at the AISA Melbourne CyberCon 2024, targeting rising browser-based cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
SMBiT joins DSI to help develop SMB cybersecurity standard
Firewalls

SMBiT joins DSI to help develop SMB cybersecurity standard

SMBiT Professionals has joined Dynamic Standards International's Steering Committee to help develop the vital SMB1001 cybersecurity standard for Australia's SMB sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Australian firm DSI expands global cyber standard SMB1001
Cybersecurity

Australian firm DSI expands global cyber standard SMB1001

Dynamic Standards International has announced its expansion into global markets with the SMB1001 standard to enhance cybersecurity for SMBs, starting 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024