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The biggest data breach fines, penalties and settlements so far
Hacks and data thefts, enabled by weak security, cover-ups or avoidable mistakes have cost these companies a total of nearly $1.1 billion and counting.
Tips to prep for digital forensics on Windows networks
Know what data you need to collect and how you will collect it before a security incident occurs on your Windows network.
University of Tasmania breach a tough lesson in cloud misconfiguration errors
Human error back in the spotlight after Office 365 permissions lapse.
People key as updated Australian cyber strategy targets ‘existential threats’
In the era of COVID-19 work-at-home, fostering individual responsibility over security is as important as government capabilities and industry collaboration.
What is the cost of a data breach?
Data breach costs can be ongoing for years, a new study finds. Here's the breakdown of costs and advice on how to minimize them.
Threat intelligence puts on an Australian accent
Details of local breaches are being collated to inform a better cybersecurity response.
Lessons learned from the ANPR data leak that shook Britain
The recent ANPR data leak raised questions regarding privacy versus data security with public surveillance systems. How do private and public organizations maintain transparency while protecting personal data?
Australian government faces epidemic of breaches
Despite improvements, agencies are still struggling to lock down security practices — and a string of breaches highlights the consequences.
How the Australian government is helping you fight data breaches
To help battle hackers, it has developed the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme, is revising its cyber security strategy, and funding security education in universities.
Rowhammer memory attacks close in on the real world
This theoretical security problem is becoming all too real. Expect to see a major Rowhammer security exploit within the next year as attackers tap GPUs, FPGAs and more to accelerate the process. Here's how to protect yourself.
Austal breach analysis a reminder that Australia can do better on credentials
As cyber criminals capitalise on COVID-19 chaos, CSOs should take time to improve credential hygiene.
5 steps to create a security incident response plan
Creating an incident response plan can seem like a daunting task, but there are ways to break the process down into manageable pieces. (Plus: Video on how to create a pandemic disaster recovery plan.)
The 15 biggest data breaches of the 21st century
Data breaches affecting millions of users are far too common. Here are some of the biggest, baddest breaches in recent memory.
Top cybersecurity facts, figures and statistics for 2020
From malware trends to budget shifts, we have the latest figures that quantify the state of the industry.
Aussie Troy Hunt drops Have I Been Pwned sale
The Have I Been Pwned data breach alert service will remain independent
More breaches than ever occurring at Australian companies
Healthcare shamed, email blamed as data breaches increase 17 percent in the second half of 2019
What is a cyber attack? Recent examples show disturbing trends
A cyber attack is an attack launched from one or more computers against another computer, multiple computers or networks. Here are some of the major recent cyber attacks and what we can learn from them.
The OPM hack explained: Bad security practices meet China's Captain America
How the OPM hack happened, the technical details, and a timeline of the infiltration and response.
