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SonicWall Breach Alert
Feb 4, 2021 SonicWall identified an internal systems breach using a zero-day vulnerability within the SMA 100 series 10.x code.
SonicWall devices targeted with ransomware utilising stolen credentials Alert
Aug 3, 2021 SonicWall devices are being targeted by a malicious cyber actor as targets for ransomware. The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of likely related activity targeting Australian organisations.
Staying secure online during back-to-school shopping News
Jan 19, 2021 Parents are being urged to be vigilant while shopping online for school essentials this month, with back-to-school shopping opening up opportunities for cybercriminals to strike.
Multiple vulnerabilities present in F5 products Alert
May 9, 2022 The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of a F5 Security Advisory Addressing Multiple Vulnerabilities in their BIG-IP Product Range. Affected Australian organisations should take appropriate action.
Use of Log4j vulnerabilities in ransomware activity Alert
Dec 23, 2021 The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) expects an increase in ransomware activity using Log4j as an exploit vector. Malicious actors may take advantage of trivial exploits to impact Australian organisations.
Implementing Certificates, TLS, HTTPS and Opportunistic TLS Publication
Oct 6, 2021 Transport Layer Security (TLS) is a widely used encryption protocol which enables parties to communicate securely over the internet. Through the use of certificates and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), parties can identify each other through a trusted intermediary and establish encrypted tunnels for the secure transfer of information.
Medibank Private Cyber Security Incident Alert
Dec 1, 2022 ASD’s Australian Cyber Security Centre is working closely with Medibank Private following the recent incident.
Be Ready - auDA Domain Name Changes News
Mar 23, 2022 The new domain name category could leave your business or organisation open to fraudulent cyber activity, such as business email compromise.
IRAP Assessors List Program page
May 7, 2024 ASD's IRAP endorses qualified security professionals to provide information security services.
Protect yourself from remote access scams Advisory
Nov 4, 2020 NEVER provide your personal and financial details or give a stranger remote access to your device or computer – simply hang up.
2020-011: Critical Vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver Application Server (CVE-2020-6287) Advisory
Jul 14, 2020 The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) recommends users of these products urgently apply available security patches to prevent an adversary from exploiting this vulnerability.
JCSC virtual presentations on Log4j2 vulnerability – Friday 17 December News
Dec 16, 2021 A critical alert and advisory has been published on the Log4j2 vulnerability. On Friday 17 December 2021, ASD's ACSC’s Joint Cyber Security Centres (JCSCs) will facilitate a series of virtual awareness and advice sessions about this vulnerability. Australians are urged to act now to secure their computer systems against this critical software vulnerability.
COVID-19 malicious cyber activity Alert
May 22, 2020 Malicious cyber actors are actively targeting individuals and Australian organisations with COVID-19 related scams and phishing emails. These incidents are likely to increase in frequency and severity over the coming weeks and months. This is due, in part, to the ease in which existing scam emails and texts can be modified with a COVID-19 theme.
Are you ready for Australian domain name changes? Alert
Aug 8, 2022 Australians have until 20 September 2022 to seek priority allocation of an .au direct domain name that matches their existing domain name.
Vulnerability Affecting BlackBerry QNX RTOS Alert
Aug 18, 2021 BlackBerry has disclosed that its QNX Real Time Operating System is affected by a BadAlloc vulnerability - CVE-2021-22156. QNX is the world’s most prevalent real time operating system.
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Nov 3, 2022 Find the latest cyber security advice and guidance
Artificial intelligence
Apr 12, 2024 This page lists publications on the governance and use of artificial intelligence.
Australia is fighting back against ransomware News
Jun 15, 2021 Australians continue to be targeted by cybercriminals through ransomware campaigns impacting multiple sectors across our economy.
Boost your cyber defences with backups News
Aug 17, 2021 Backing up your data is one of the best defences against ransomware attacks conducted by the opportunistic cyber criminals who continue to threaten Australian businesses, organisations, and families.
Email hardening
Apr 11, 2023 This page lists publications on the hardening of message exchange via electronic mail.
Incident response
Apr 12, 2024 This page lists publications on preparing for and responding to cyber security incidents.
Operational technology environments
Oct 4, 2024 This page lists publications on critical infrastructure and their supporting operational technology environments.
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Update your devices to keep cybercriminals out News
May 3, 2021 Updating the software on electronic devices is one of the easiest and most important ways all Australians can defend against cybercriminals and be protected from online threats.
User education
Apr 11, 2023 This page lists publications on security that concerns the behaviour of people and virtual communities of people.
Cyber Security Awareness Month 2024
Sep 30, 2024 October is Cyber Security Awareness Month and an annual reminder for all Australians to stay secure online.
News and media
Nov 3, 2022 Find the latest in cyber security news and media
Protect yourself
Jul 30, 2024 Advice and information about how to protect yourself online.
Privacy
Oct 24, 2022 The cyber.gov.au website, including the cyber incident reporting portal (ReportCyber), is operated by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC). The ASD's ACSC is part of the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), an Australian Government agency.
