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Is Your Organisation Aligned With The Latest Cyber Security Governance Principles? With the release of the updated Cyber Security Governance Principles by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) and the Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre (CSCRC), directors are called to take an active role in safeguarding their organisations against the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. These principles support actionable insights into: 🔹 Defining clear roles and responsibilities. 🔹 Developing and evolving comprehensive cyber strategies. 🔹 Embedding cyber security into risk management practices. 🔹 Fostering a culture of cyber resilience. 🔹 Planning for significant cyber incidents. https://lnkd.in/g8SQeDpG   At CyberOps, we are proud to offer tailored solutions to empower boards and organisations to excel in these areas. Our services, such as Chief Information Security Officer as a Service (CISOaaS), IT Maturity & System Resilience Assessments, Ongoing Vulnerability Management Services and Customised Board Training Workshops, align closely with these principles. Whether it's conducting vulnerability assessments, designing security roadmaps, or facilitating incident simulation exercises, CyberOps is committed to helping Australian directors not just meet but exceed their cyber security governance obligations. The threat landscape is dynamic, but your response doesn't have to be reactive. Proactive alignment with governance principles can enhance resilience and trust while securing your organisation's future. Learn more about how we can support your journey toward cyber security excellence: https://cyberops.com.au [email protected] Derek Grocke. #CyberSecurity #Governance #Directors #RiskManagement #AICD #CyberOps

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Small Business Cyber Security: How to secure your small business from common cyber security threats. Credit: The Australian Signals Directorate's Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD's ACSC) #cybersecurity #Smallbusiness

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📊 The Australian Signals Directorate Cyber Threat Report 2023–24 is a wake-up call for businesses of all sizes. Here are the highlights 👇 🔒 Email Compromise on the Rise:   Email attacks make up 20% of cybercrime reports for businesses with Business Email Compromise (BEC) incidents averaging a financial loss of $55,000. Secure your inboxes with advanced email security solutions like MailGuard. ⚙️ Critical Infrastructure Under Threat:   Over 11% of incidents target critical infrastructure. Phishing, public-facing application exploits, and brute force are the top attack methods, so, proactive defenses and incident response plans are a must. 🤖 Advanced Tech in Cybercrime:   Cybercriminals leverage advanced technologies to scale phishing and social engineering attacks, creating a new level of sophistication. Stay ahead by employing advanced 'zero zero-day' detection tools combined with robust staff training. 💻 Ransomware & Data Theft:   Ransomware continues to dominate, now often paired with data theft extortion. Remember: paying ransoms fuels the problem and doesn't guarantee safety. 📞 ASD Response Stats:   - 1,100+ incidents responded to in FY2023–24.   - 930+ malicious activity notifications issued.  💡 Top Takeaways for Businesses:   - Adopt multi-factor authentication (MFA).   - Train staff to spot phishing attempts.   - Update and patch systems regularly.   - Follow ASD’s Essential Eight Maturity Model for resilience. - Employ specialist ‘zero zero-day’ email threat protection Read and download the full report here ⤵   https://lnkd.in/gd9EuJVn 📢 Don’t wait—Protect your team and data by adding MailGuard's specialist, zero zero-day email security solutions to your security stack. Special Ops for when speed matters!  Our real-time zero zero-day, email threat detection amplifies our client’s intelligence, knowledge, security and defence, and our solutions are recommended by AustCyber, defending against advanced attacks up to 48 hours ahead of the rest of the market. Make time to talk to our team of experts about fortifying your inboxes.  #CyberSecurity #BusinessResilience #EmailSecurity #BECProtection

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Use the Essential 8 framework to bulletproof your business against cyber threats. The Essential 8 cyber security framework is produced by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC). It is the industry standard eight essential mitigation strategies that organisations can use to improve their cyber security and achieve greater cyber security maturity. Implement these 8 strategies into your business today and harden your digital security. Download our free Essential 8 security guide here >> https://lnkd.in/gqsT4tt4 #cybersecurity #techtips #cyberguys #itsupport #smallbusiness

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"Cybercriminals are generally motivated by one thing – money. If they can breach your business, they’ll be immediately looking to see what they can leverage to blackmail you into paying them." Aura Principal Consultant Alastair Miller wrote an insightful column for NZ Optics on cybercrime and the potential implications for the eye care and health industry - with some great takeouts for any business with digital operations. Read the article below https://lnkd.in/gWU9QbJ8 #cybercrime #eyecare #cybersecurity

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🚫 As of today (.NET 6 End of Life - November 12, 2024) Your .NET 6 applications are now: - No longer receiving security patches - Operating without Microsoft support - Potentially non-compliant with security standards - At increased risk of cyber threats Every day your organisation continues to run unsupported .NET 6 applications increases your technical debt and security exposure. The good news? It's not too late to modernise. Our team can help you plan and execute a smooth transition to supported .NET versions. Let's talk >>> https://lnkd.in/gDUBh_cY #DotNET #Cybersecurity #AppModernisation #TechStrategy

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The 6clicks for Australian Government solution is the only IRAP-assessed ✅ cyber GRC platform made in Australia, designed specifically for Australian Government and state government departments and agencies to assess and manage their security programs. ⚙️ Comprehensive GRC platform with integrated multi-framework security compliance, risk management, and audit & assessment capabilities ⚖️ Streamline compliance and align with Australian Government requirements like ISM, IRAP, Essential 8, and industry standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST CSF 🛡️ Centralised control such as configuration and reporting across business units and statutory entities using the powerful 6clicks Hub & Spoke architecture 🔒 Flexible deployment options including our IRAP-assessed community cloud instance in Canberra or private cloud hosting on Microsoft Azure Learn more about 6clicks for Australian Government: https://hubs.li/Q02TL2q90 #AustralianGovernment #6clicks #IRAP #ISM #DISP #Cybersecurity #Compliance

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As we delve further into the digital age, the importance of cyber information governance cannot be overstated. With cyber threats evolving daily, establishing a robust governance framework is not only about protecting assets but also about building a resilient foundation for business continuity and trust. For cybersecurity professionals, IT governance enthusiasts, compliance auditors, and business owners in Australia, staying abreast of the national frameworks and standards is imperative. Siege Cyber is an Australian-owned and operated cyber security company focusing on cyber security services. Our goal is to help our customers secure their organisation. www.siegecyber.com.au [email protected] #cybersecurity #informationsecurity #governance #standards #australia

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This month is Cyber Security Awareness Month - an initiative of the Australian Government - and this week's theme is: Install software updates when available. Software updates are one of the strongest defences in your security toolkit! Updates are new, improved or fixed versions of software or apps - and updating your devices and applications can fix software issues, address new security risks and add new features. Take these 3 steps for success: 1️⃣ Only install reputable software and applications. 2️⃣ Check automatic updates are on so you are notified when an update is available. The longer you leave it, the more vulnerable you could be to a cyber-attack. 3️⃣ Install antivirus on your personal devices and keep this up-to-date. For more information about keeping your devices updated and protected, head to: https://buff.ly/4bRKoYg #actnowstaysecure #cybersecurityawarenessmonth #staysafeonline

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Cybersecurity SEO Mastery: Strong and Weak Practices in the Space 📝 Explore cutting-edge SEO strategies in cybersecurity with the latest at the SEO Melbourne Podcast! We dissect Palo Alto Networks’ approach to keyword optimisation and content development, highlighting how these strategies enhance online visibility and user engagement. Contrastingly, we examine Cybereason’s SEO shortcomings, particularly their inconsistent metadata optimization and weak internal linking. These gaps highlight the critical role of SEO elements in improving website ranking and attracting relevant traffic. Dive deeper into the transformative power of SEO in cybersecurity. For more insights, click here to learn more with SEO Melbourne! #seostrategy #seotips #marketingstrategy #seocasestudy

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Ping Identity's latest survey highlights a significant concern among Australian consumers about identity fraud and the implications of AI on security. A staggering 87% of respondents expressed worries about their identity security as AI becomes more integrated into digital services. Ashley Diffey, VP for Australia and New Zealand at Ping Identity, emphasizes the need for companies to create seamless, secure digital experiences to build trust. https://hubs.la/Q02RpxK50

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Join us at the CISO Canberra Summit, hosted by Corinium Global Intelligence, with EC-Council as an industry partner. This premier event will be bringing together top InfoSec leaders for dynamic discussions on defending government and commonwealth entities from evolving cyber threats. This summit offers a power-packed agenda, including hands-on technical strategies, real-world case studies, and deep dives into zero trust, emerging threats, and securing the cloud for the future. Don’t miss your chance to network with experts and shape the future of cybersecurity! Register now and save $500 with the code CISOEC500. Secure your spot today: https://buff.ly/4h9Gjl3. #ECCouncil #Cybersecurity #CybersecurityAwareness #CISOCanberra #CISO #CybersecuritySummit #CyberThreats #ZeroTrust #CloudSecurity #InformationSecurity #InfoSecLeaders #CyberAttacks #AI #ML #ThreatDetection #NetworkingOpportunities

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Is ASD Essential 8 enough to protect your business, or should you consider a more comprehensive cybersecurity framework like NIST CSF or ISO 27001? In this video, we dive into the key differences between these popular frameworks, exploring why ASD Essential 8 offers a minimum baseline for Australian businesses, while NIST and ISO provide more flexible, risk-based approaches for global companies. We also discuss the importance of controls like network segmentation, often missing from ASD Essential 8 but critical for a robust cybersecurity strategy. Learn how to choose the right cybersecurity framework for your business in 2024 and protect your organisation from evolving cyber threats. 🔗 Read our full blog article: https://lnkd.in/gMRiQiZC #ASDEssential8 #NISTCSF #ISO27001 #CybersecurityFramework #RiskManagement #Cybersecurity2024 #BusinessSecurity #AustralianCybersecurity #CyberThreats #SecurityFrameworks #DataProtection #ITSecurity #CyberRisk #ComplianceStandards

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More than four in five Australian businesses now have a CISO, however the role is still widely misunderstood GUEST RESEARCH: Fastly, a leading global edge cloud platform provider, has found a consolidated chief information security officers (CISOs) hiring boom in 2023, with 81% of Australian businesses now having a CISO, and a further 11% are planning to hire one in the next two years. https://lnkd.in/dPkbkuBe

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