Spotlight on Cyber Security Spotlight on Cyber Security

Most infosec leaders agree that traditional security methods, on their own, are no longer enough to combat advanced new threats. But what new techniques and strategies are they using? What lessons have they learnt from breaches?

iTnews will provide some answers to these questions in our Spotlight on Cyber Security, coinciding with the Australian Information Security Association’s national conference on 10-12 October.

US offers millions for information on state-backed hackers

US offers millions for information on state-backed hackers

As it launches an online hub to help ransomware victims.
Sarah N. Lynch Jul 16 2021 6:55AM Security
Microsoft says Israeli group sold tools to hack Windows

Microsoft says Israeli group sold tools to hack Windows

Spyware used to target dissidents.
Christopher Bing Jul 16 2021 6:45AM Security
Industry panel urges govt to adopt clear policy position on ransomware

Industry panel urges govt to adopt clear policy position on ransomware

Including for payments.
Justin Hendry Jul 15 2021 6:03PM Security
Company directors could be held accountable for cyber security failures

Company directors could be held accountable for cyber security failures

Govt considers new governance standards for business.
Justin Hendry Jul 15 2021 11:39AM Strategy
ACSC reinstates level zero maturity rating in Essential Eight

ACSC reinstates level zero maturity rating in Essential Eight

As controls become more strict.
Justin Hendry Jul 15 2021 11:03AM Security
Making security relatable: Elaine Muir's mission to uplift security education

Making security relatable: Elaine Muir's mission to uplift security education

In IAG and across industry.
Jennifer O'Brien Jul 15 2021 10:44AM Training & Development
La Trobe University creates CISO role

La Trobe University creates CISO role

As it prepares to embark on a cyber refresh program.
Justin Hendry Jul 15 2021 6:49AM Training & Development
NortonLifeLock in talks to buy Avast

NortonLifeLock in talks to buy Avast

Could be finalised this month.
Staff Writer Jul 15 2021 6:44AM Security
Researchers bypass Windows Hello facial recognition biometrics

Researchers bypass Windows Hello facial recognition biometrics

Specialised camera hardware needed to mitigate against attack.
Juha Saarinen Jul 14 2021 6:22PM Security
Chinese hackers exploit new zero-day in SolarWinds software

Chinese hackers exploit new zero-day in SolarWinds software

Customers advised to review log files for signs of compromise.
Juha Saarinen Jul 14 2021 5:03PM Security
CBA sets up Group Security division to bridge physical, infosec domains

CBA sets up Group Security division to bridge physical, infosec domains

Leadership and remit revealed.
Ry Crozier Jul 14 2021 12:58PM Financial Services
Macquarie Telecom to build new data centre in Sydney

Macquarie Telecom to build new data centre in Sydney

IC3 Super West to house cyber security centre of excellence.
Justin Hendry Jul 14 2021 11:26AM Storage
Ransomware gang REvil's websites become unreachable

Ransomware gang REvil's websites become unreachable

Sparks speculation the group has been knocked offline.
Raphael Satter Jul 14 2021 6:54AM Security
Major cyber security weaknesses uncovered at TfNSW, Sydney Trains

Major cyber security weaknesses uncovered at TfNSW, Sydney Trains

Through red teaming exercise conducted by auditor.
Justin Hendry Jul 14 2021 6:35AM Strategy
Govt could make IoT security standards mandatory

Govt could make IoT security standards mandatory

Nine months after a voluntary scheme came into effect.
Justin Hendry Jul 13 2021 4:01PM Security
NAB pilots facial recognition for identity verification

NAB pilots facial recognition for identity verification

Tests how solution matches up to government's AI ethics principles.
Kate Weber Jul 12 2021 12:07PM Financial Services
Biden presses Putin to act on ransomware attacks

Biden presses Putin to act on ransomware attacks

Hints at retaliation.
Steve Holland and Andrea Shalal Jul 12 2021 9:43AM Security
Building better cybersecurity for a world without perimeters

Building better cybersecurity for a world without perimeters

Telstra Purple is boosting business agility to speed Australian enterprises along their digital transformation journey
Telstra Purple Jul 12 2021 9:14AM Partner Content
Crowdsourced ransomware payments tracker launched

Crowdsourced ransomware payments tracker launched

Aims to provide transparency.
Juha Saarinen Jul 9 2021 10:25AM Security
Kaseya VSA contained multiple vulnerabilities

Kaseya VSA contained multiple vulnerabilities

Malware in attack excludes former Soviet bloc nations and Syria.
Juha Saarinen Jul 9 2021 10:16AM Security

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