Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) stories - Page 2

Optus teams with Devo for new managed threat monitoring service
Sun, 11th Aug 2024
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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.

Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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devops
Louis Droguett, CEO of Software@Scale, urges firms to bolster cybersecurity with multi-layered approaches as threats from groups like APT40 intensify.

Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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public sector
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australian government
Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.

Report reveals reliance on memory-unsafe languages in OSS projects
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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software development
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fbi
A new cybersecurity report reveals that 52% of critical open-source projects rely on memory-unsafe programming languages, posing significant security risks.

Doctors urged to tackle rising cyber threats in healthcare
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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healthtech
As cyber attacks surge, doctors warn clinics to protect operations, with some even considering a return to paper records.

Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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it training
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.

Cyber security in retail: How proactive measures build trust and loyalty?
Tue, 28th May 2024
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data protection
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cx
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martech
Amid rising cyber attacks, 69% of Australian retailers are prioritising cyber security in 2024, with a focus on building consumer trust and loyalty.

Software supply chain security: Finding the weakest link
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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supply chain & logistics
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.

Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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software development
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.

Zadara completes IRAP process, expands availability in Australia
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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storage
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datacentre infrastructure
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cybersecurity
Zadara, an international cloud service provider, completes Australia's Information Security Registered Assessors Program (IRAP), enhancing its expansion into the country.

Okta attains IRAP security status for Australian government use
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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.

Tenable Solutions passes IRAP assessment for optimal cyber security
Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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acsc
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critical infrastructure
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australian signals directorate
Tenable Solutions successfully passes a PROTECTED level IRAP assessment, reinforcing its commitment to top cyber security standards.

Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods
Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Rising cybersecurity threats prompt a shift from traditional, vulnerable password methods to phishing-resistant authentication solutions.

Zimperium launches Australia's first sovereign-hosted MTD capabilities
Wed, 8th Nov 2023
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smartphones
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endpoint protection
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edr
Zimperium has launched Australia's first sovereign-hosted mobile threat defence service, enhancing national cybersecurity efforts.

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Ricoh Australia
Tue, 5th Sep 2023
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network infrastructure
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document management
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digital transformation
Yasu Takahashi, who is the Managing Director of Ricoh Australia, joins us today to tell us more about Ricoh Australia and their solutions for the APAC market.

LOTL cyber attack technique growing in popularity
Thu, 25th May 2023
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malware
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ai security
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cybersecurity
'Living off the land' cyberattack techniques are growing in popularity, according to Tony Jarvis, Director of Enterprise Security at Darktrace.

Ransomware BianLian changes tactics, focusing on extortion
Thu, 25th May 2023
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ransomware
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ai security
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cybersecurity
BianLian ransomware group shifts focus to data extortion, targeting Australian and US companies and critical infrastructure, warns cybersecurity advisory.
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AUCloud appoints Rafe Berding as Chief Marketing Officer
Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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digital engagement
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australian government
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acsc
Australia's sovereign cloud provider, AUCloud, has appointed Rafe Berding as their new Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for the company's market strategy.

Australians want better cybersecurity: Palo Alto Networks
Tue, 27th Dec 2022
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
The latest research by Palo Alto Networks and Savanta indicates that most Australians need more confidence in Australia's cyber security capabilities.