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World Backup Day underscores importance of Australian data protection

Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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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.
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Microsoft, NAB & CITT join forces to boost cybersecurity for Victoria's SMBs

Sat, 17th Feb 2024
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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.
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Okta welcomes Essential 8 push for phishing resistant authentication

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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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.
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Lacework lands IRAP for cloud safety platform

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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Sydney's Lacework earns the IRAP certification for its cloud security platform, underscoring its commitment to security in cloud environments.
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Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience

Mon, 5th Feb 2024
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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.
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ASD updates Essential Eight, strengthens phishing-resistant MFA requirements

Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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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.
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Australia aims to become global cybersecurity leader by 2030

Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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Australia intensifies its cybersecurity measures with ambitions of becoming a global frontrunner in digital protection initiatives by 2030.
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Tenable Solutions passes IRAP assessment for optimal cyber security

Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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Tenable Solutions successfully passes a PROTECTED level IRAP assessment, reinforcing its commitment to top cyber security standards.
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Exabeam completes protected level IRAP assessment in Australia

Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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Exabeam has successfully passed an IRAP assessment at the Protected level for its Security Operations Platform in Australia.
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Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods

Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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Rising cybersecurity threats prompt a shift from traditional, vulnerable password methods to phishing-resistant authentication solutions.
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Boomi completes independent assessment under IRAP framework

Tue, 29th Nov 2022
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Boomi has announced the completion of its independent assessment for cloud security controls under the Government's IRAP framework.
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Building on the 'Essential Eight' with a people-centric approach to cybersecurity

Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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Organisations often combat threats by placing too much emphasis on technology alone and too little emphasis on people and their behaviour.
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NEXTGEN appoints Mick Lehmann as General Manager Government

Fri, 2nd Sep 2022
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Former military Colonel and Splunk executive, Mick Lehmann, joins NEXTGEN as GM Government, with a focus on investing and growing public sector business.
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Adobe Sign completes Australian IRAP security assessment

Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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Adobe Sign secures IRAP certification, ensuring high levels of information security for digital and e-signatures.
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Five security priorities to consider with a remote workforce

Tue, 5th May 2020
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Recently, Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) issued a warning over the usage of insecure video conferencing apps, citing security concerns.
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Breaking down the ASD's “top four” strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents

Mon, 18th Jun 2018
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We take a deep dive into the absolute essential aspects of a robust security strategy, as outlined by the Australian government.
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ASD will not get more powers for mass surveillance on Australians

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Rumours suggesting that the Australian Signals Directorate may get more powers to spy on Australians are completely unfounded.
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ASPI demystifies Australia's 'offensive cyber' capabilities

Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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What does Australia's offensive cyber capabilities actually involve? It seems that many people may have the wrong idea.
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Microsoft officially awarded with “Protected” data certification

Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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25 of Microsoft Azure services and 10 Office 365 services have received the certification from the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD).
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ASD grants Dimension Data the power to host 'protected' government information

Tue, 27th Feb 2018
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Dimension Data Australia will now be able to provide cloud security services to the Australian Government for protected data.