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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

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

Multi-factor authentication

Australia aims to become global cybersecurity leader by 2030

Australia intensifies its cybersecurity measures with ambitions of becoming a global frontrunner in digital protection initiatives by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Dec 2023

Cloud Services

Boomi completes independent assessment under IRAP framework

Boomi has announced the completion of its independent assessment for cloud security controls under the Government's IRAP framework.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022

Security Information and Event Management

NEXTGEN appoints Mick Lehmann as General Manager Government

Former military Colonel and Splunk executive, Mick Lehmann, joins NEXTGEN as GM Government, with a focus on investing and growing public sector business.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Sep 2022

Australian Government

ASD will not get more powers for mass surveillance on Australians

Rumours suggesting that the Australian Signals Directorate may get more powers to spy on Australians are completely unfounded.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018

Offensive Security

ASPI demystifies Australia's 'offensive cyber' capabilities

What does Australia's offensive cyber capabilities actually involve? It seems that many people may have the wrong idea.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2018

Cloud Security

ASD grants Dimension Data the power to host 'protected' government information

Dimension Data Australia will now be able to provide cloud security services to the Australian Government for protected data.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2018

Global Stories

Australian Signals Directorate stories

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

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

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

DevOps

ASD updates Essential Eight, strengthens phishing-resistant MFA requirements

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.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2024

Australian Cyber Security Centre

Tenable Solutions passes IRAP assessment for optimal cyber security

Tenable Solutions successfully passes a PROTECTED level IRAP assessment, reinforcing its commitment to top cyber security standards.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2023

Security Information and Event Management

Exabeam completes protected level IRAP assessment in Australia

Exabeam has successfully passed an IRAP assessment at the Protected level for its Security Operations Platform in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023

Multi-factor authentication

Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods

Rising cybersecurity threats prompt a shift from traditional, vulnerable password methods to phishing-resistant authentication solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2023

Internet of Things

Building on the 'Essential Eight' with a people-centric approach to cybersecurity

Organisations often combat threats by placing too much emphasis on technology alone and too little emphasis on people and their behaviour.

By Yvette Lejins • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2022

Marketing Technologies

Adobe Sign completes Australian IRAP security assessment

Adobe Sign secures IRAP certification, ensuring high levels of information security for digital and e-signatures.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Jun 2021

Wireless Networks

Five security priorities to consider with a remote workforce

Recently, Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) issued a warning over the usage of insecure video conferencing apps, citing security concerns.

By James Ley • 4 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020

Privileged Access Management

Breaking down the ASD's “top four” strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents

We take a deep dive into the absolute essential aspects of a robust security strategy, as outlined by the Australian government.

By Patrick Martlew • 6 min read • Mon, 18th Jun 2018