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First published: 05 Sep 2022
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If there is an immediate threat to life or risk of harm please call 000.

Report a cybercrime to the Police

This is where a crime has occurred that involves a computer and a network. This can include things like identity theft, fraud, image abuse and intimidation. Anyone can be a victim of cybercrime - from individuals to government entities.

Report a cyber security incident to the ASD's ACSC

This is when an unwanted or unexpected cyber event has impacted a registered ABN organisation and its ability to conduct its everyday operations. This includes incidents of ransomware, data breach, unauthorised system access and more.

Report a cyber security vulnerability to the ASD's ACSC

This is where you can advise the ASD's ACSC of a flaw or security vulnerability in an application, network or operating system that could affect anyone if exploited.

Want to check the status of a previous cybercrime report?

If you have previously lodged a cybercrime report, you can check its status. Please make sure you have the following details ready before you start:

  • The CIRS report number (Example: CIRS-20180512-1)
  • The reporter's email address used to submit the initial report

Please note, if you submitted the report anonymously you will not be able to check its status.

 

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Call the Australian Cyber Security Hotline

1300 CYBER1 (1300 292 371)
 

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