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Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures
Multi-factor authentication

Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures

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

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Exclusive: Yubico finds majority still using outdated methods to secure data
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: Yubico finds majority still using outdated methods to secure data

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.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Post-Quantum Cryptography set to revolutionise digital security
Quantum Computing

Post-Quantum Cryptography set to revolutionise digital security

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

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Exclusive: Why creating phishing-resistant users is key to cybersecurity
EduTech

Exclusive: Why creating phishing-resistant users is key to cybersecurity

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

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 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
Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities
Software-as-a-Service

Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities

Organisations shifting to hybrid-cloud models for physical security are unveiling lucrative opportunities for channel partners to aid in their transition and innovation.

By Djeffri Setiawan • 7 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Cequence & Singularity Tech forge API security partnership
DevOps

Cequence & Singularity Tech forge API security partnership

Cequence partners with Singularity Tech to enhance API security in Australia and New Zealand, tackling API sprawl and compliance challenges in regulated sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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

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New cyber security legislative package: How will it impact organisations?
Encryption

New cyber security legislative package: How will it impact organisations?

Australia's government has unveiled a legislative package to enhance cyber security, impacting organisations through mandatory reporting and new device standards.

By Dan Pearce • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security
Data Protection

Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security

Proofpoint has achieved IRAP certification for its email protection services, ensuring compliance with Australian government security standards amid rising cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Adobe's AEM Gov AU achieves IRAP PROTECTED security level
Marketing Technologies

Adobe's AEM Gov AU achieves IRAP PROTECTED security level

Adobe's AEM Gov Cloud Australia reaches the PROTECTED level of security in the IRAP assessment, boosting digital service adoption among Australian agencies.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Three steps to secure compliance with Australia's new technology asset stocktake requirements
Supply Chain

Three steps to secure compliance with Australia's new technology asset stocktake requirements

Australia's new PSPF Direction 002-2024 mandates government entities and suppliers to complete technology asset stocktakes by June 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.

By Zak Menegazzi • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Dragos report shows rising OT cybersecurity threat in Australia
Ransomware

Dragos report shows rising OT cybersecurity threat in Australia

Dragos' 2023 Australian OT Cybersecurity review reveals rising threats, with 13 local ransomware incidents and critical infrastructure at risk. Turner urges stronger measures.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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