Australian government agencies and organisations have typically prepared for massive electronic attacks from overseas. But that’s changed. New data showing a major increase in locally launched cyber attacks shows the real threats are now close to, or at home. Just look inside your smart TV. Read More
Australia might never have had an official 'cyber attack' by the federal government's definition, and it will be obvious if we ever do. The latest national cyber threat report urges measured language while warning against complacency. Read More
IBM is establishing a National Cyber Security Centre in Canberra (NCSC) to foster greater collaboration with government and business. Read More
Public sector pay scales make it difficult to retain sought-after experts in cybersecurity. But agencies hope collaboration is part of the answer. It's not a zero-sum game, bureaucrats say. Read More
Australian governments have been largely immune from the major hacks that have recently so embarrassed and compromised overseas organisations — until now. Read More
Cyber attacks continue to rise, but the number of significant breaches of government systems is going down. Read More
Cyber security must be a community effort in which agencies, industry and citizens can learn from each others' experiences, Defence Minister Kevin Andrews said today. He warned the trend of cyber attacks is a threat to Australia's Defence capability. Read More
The former chief of Britain's GCHQ, Sir Iain Lobban, will help shape Australia's response to cyber security threats. He joins BCA head Jennifer Westacott and others in providing advice to the government's Cyber Security Review. Read More
