AI brings fresh power to cybersecurity, hunting threats at speed. It also arms attackers with smarter tools. On one side, attackers sharpen AI to breach systems. On the other, defenders build AI to fight back. What started as tools are...
Threat actors have claimed a cyber attack on an accounting firm in New Zealand. They say they stole client records, emails, databases and 365 gigabytes of documents. The firm, TAS NZ Bay Limited, is in Auckland and known for its client‑centred service....
In 2023–24, espionage incidents cost Australia a staggering $12.5 billion. This figure, revealed in a report by ASIO and the Australian Institute of Criminology, reflects both direct and indirect losses—from stolen intellectual property to the costs of preventing and investigating...
In June 2025, the FBI issued a blunt warning: cybercriminals are targeting the airline industry. This isn’t a one-off. It’s part of a growing trend that puts airlines, airports, and millions of passengers at risk. With rising global tensions and...
Over the weekend, the FBI, Google and Palo Alto Networks flagged a surge in cyber attacks on airlines and travel firms. These alerts match the operating pattern of the hacker group known as Scattered Spider. Recent signs suggest Australia may...
In an era where data is one of a company’s most valuable assets, it’s astonishing that some of Australia’s largest organisations continue to leave gaping holes in their cybersecurity defences. The recent cyberattack on Qantas is yet another wake-up call...
In 2024, the average cost of a data breach reached USD 4.88 million. Such software exploitations remind us that reacting after an attack is no longer enough. Today, responding is not the goal but we need to stay ahead of...
Cyber-attacks are no longer rare events. They’re a daily occurrence. Businesses, small or large are facing constant risk. In Australia, cybercrime cost businesses over $3 billion, according to the ACSC. Every business today relies on digital infrastructure. Customer records, financial...
The Australian Government's Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) Released 2024 was launched on November 1, 2024. The new release is the first in an annual series that aims to improve the security of government operations. The recent version of the PSPF...
For 2025, organisations should anticipate an evolving cyber threat landscape with heightened sophistication and novel challenges. Here are some key predictions that organisations should consider strengthening their cybersecurity posture: Top Cybersecurity Predictions to Safeguard Your Organization 1. AI-Powered Cyber Attacks...