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Latest news: Cyber security

Optus data breach ‘huge wake-up call’: PM

The Optus data breach is a "huge wake-up call", the prime minister says, as the government prepares to unveil new cybersecurity protections.

Cybercrime Squad issue warning after more than $2 million stolen under ‘Hi Mum’ scam

Cybercrime Squad detectives are reminding mobile phone users to remain vigilant, after a spike in reports by victims of an emerging scam dubbed the ‘Hi Mum’ scam.

ASX 100 company directors ill-equipped for cyber attacks: UNSW Canberra

A UNSW Institute for Cyber study has demonstrated a significant skills gap around cyber security awareness and resilience among ASX 100 company directors. 

Liberals target big tech for online safety

Big tech will be required to enhance devices with safety controls that are easy for parents to use and hard for children to bypass, if the coalition is returned to government.

5 tips to keep kids safe online from Australia’s eSafety Commissioner

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, shares expert tips for parents to help keep children safe online.

US reports ‘new Chinese hacking tool’

Security researchers with US cybersecurity firm Symantec say they have discovered a "highly sophisticated" Chinese hacking tool that has been able to escape public attention for more than a decade.

New online safety laws come into effect

Australians who are being subject to online abuse will be able to report incidents to the eSafety commissioner under sweeping new powers now in force.

Beefed up cyber powers pass parliament

Beefed up powers for Australian cyber spies to intervene in major attacks across a wide range of essential services have passed parliament.

Labor unveils national ‘scambuster’ policy

Federal Labor has promised to establish a "tough cop on the beat" to tackle scams that cost victims $33 billion last year alone.

Cyber criminals target lockdown homebodies

Working from home during COVID-19 lockdowns has triggered an exponential growth in online and telecommunication fraud, according to technology firm Citadel Group.

Big tech on notice to stop cyber bullying, abuse

The Morrison Government is putting big tech companies on notice as it tries to clamp down on cyber bullying and abuse, particularly against children.

Call for tighter rein on cyber crime laws

MPs from across the political divide want tighter controls on the federal government's proposed hacking powers and cyber crime laws.

Australia, US allies accuse China of hacks

Australia has joined the US in calling out China over its global hacking activities, saying it has undermined international security.

Australians lose $139m to scammers in six months

Australians have lost $139 million to scammers in the first half of 2021, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

Scale emerges of massive US cyber attack

Cybersecurity teams have been working feverishly to stem the impact of the single biggest global ransomware attack on record.

New UC course bridges cyber security and business

The University of Canberra has announced a new Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Management that will bridge the gap between cyber security and business. According to the University of Canberra, digital technology evolution...

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