The ‘oversharing’ generation is entering the workforce — what it means for business’ cybersecurity
While gen Z employees may have grown up in the era of TikTok and Instagram, the research suggests our first generation of digital natives are among the least cyber-safe, lacking the awareness and key competencies of cybersecurity compared to their older colleagues.
ATO puts businesses on notice over data storage and scam threats
The ATO's Jeremy Hirschhorn has warned corporates they must not lose sight of matters moral when putting data to work.
Many brands are already entering the metaverse, but the cybersecurity threat is real
Concerns around security in the metaverse are exacerbated by the huge skills shortage in the cybersecurity sector.
Four practices SMEs can employ to protect consumer data
A business with strong digital trust and a reputation for robust security and privacy practices experiences fewer breaches and attracts more customers.
What do small businesses want in this year’s Federal Budget?
The first Labor budget in a decade will be dropped on Tuesday 25 October by the new Treasurer, Jim Chalmers. Amidst an existing economic climate that’s replete with consecutive interest rate rises, mortgage pressure, soaring inflation and a higher cost of living — this will be an important budget for both individuals and small businesses.
Answered: The five most common cybersecurity questions company directors ask
Cybersecurity has moved rapidly from the backrooms of the IT department into the boardroom, meaning company directors must be aware of their obligations when it comes to protecting the systems and data their organisations rely on.
Critical infrastructure security legislation amendment: Here’s what your business needs to do
The Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2021 was passed last week. Here's what Australian businesses should know.
How fear, uncertainty and doubt are employed to sell cyber security packages to businesses
Generating fear, uncertainty and doubt is a common tactic used to sell unnecessary cyber security packages to organisations.
Morrison announces repurposing of defence money to fight increasing cyber threats
The federal government is repurposing $1.35 billion of its planned defence spending over a decade to meet the increasing threat of cyber attacks on Australia.
As cyber attacks make headlines worldwide, our data lakes are sitting ducks
Data lakes are online spaces used by businesses for internal data processing and storage. Unfortunately, they remain exposed to cyber attacks.
Big W customer data leaked due to printer repair mishap
A Big W customer was provided with a confidential document accidentally when they were trying to get their printer repaired.
Four simple things you can do to protect your business against cyber threats
In recent years, small and medium businesses have increasingly become the focus of cyber attacks. So here's how to protect your business from cyber threats.
