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FBI Warns: Airline Cyber Threats Demand Urgent Action

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...

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Who Is Scattered Spider? A Look at the Airline Hacks and Qantas Data Leak

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...

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Why CEOs Still Ignore Cybersecurity After Breaches

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...

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The Role of SIEM in Proactive Threat Detection and Response

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...

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Why Every Business Needs a Cyber Incident Response Plan

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...

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Protective Security Policy Framework 2024: What You Need to Know

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...

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Global Cyber Threats 2025: Key Risks Every Organisation Needs to Prepare For

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...

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Healthcare Ransomware Attacks Skyrocket to Four-Year Peak

The healthcare sector does not seem to be a main target of cybersecurity issues. However, it is the top target, and the ransomware attacks have seen a four-year surge of cyber incidents in 2024. The "State of Ransomware in Healthcare...

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Best Practices for Successful Vendor Risk Management

In this modern world of business, companies usually depend on third-party vendors for important services like IT support and managing supply chains. These partnerships can help make things more efficient and promote growth, but they also bring risks that require...

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