Australian businesses have crossed a line. Regulators are no longer patient, and courts are no longer gentle. The first judicial privacy penalty has landed, and it’s big. The lesson is simple: security audits aren’t optional but are board-level insurance. In...
Ransomware has changed. What started as a simple data-locking threat has grown into a complex web of extortion, public shaming, and supply chain compromise. Attackers are no longer just after quick payments; they now aim to exploit trust, reputation, and...
Quantum computers run on qubits and quantum effects. They hold the potential to solve certain math problems much faster than classical machines. This makes many current public‑key schemes, like RSA and ECC, vulnerable. Malicious actors might record encrypted traffic today,...
Electric vehicles (EVs) are a cornerstone of the global push toward sustainability. Governments are promoting EV adoption through policy incentives, and many government fleets are transitioning to electric to reduce emissions. For business leaders, EVs represent opportunities for innovation, green...
In less than three weeks, three big names—Ingram Micro, United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), and McDonald’s—faced major data breaches. These businesses span tech distribution, food logistics, and retail. None involved complex nation-state hacks or zero-day exploits. Instead, each fell victim...
In May 2024, a water treatment plant near Sydney was hit by a cyber-kinetic attack. Hackers tried to poison the water supply. And this hit home a key truth: critical systems are not bullet‑proof. What Is SCADA—and Why It Matters...
Some threats on the internet are easy to see. Others work in the background, silently helping cybercriminals stay hidden. Fast flux is one of those hidden threats. It helps hackers cover their tracks, keep malicious sites running, and stay one...
In February 2025, Genea, one of Australia's leading fertility services providers, experienced a significant cyberattack that compromised sensitive patient data, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in healthcare cybersecurity. Discovery and Immediate Response On February 14, 2025, Genea detected suspicious activity within its...
In today's connected healthcare environment, medical devices are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. One such device is the Contec Health CMS8000 Patient Monitor, which has recently been flagged by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) for severe vulnerabilities. These...
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...