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Exercise in a Box is here News
Nov 17, 2022 - This service provides an all in one platform that your organisation can use to assess and improve its cyber security practices in your own time, in a safe environment, and as many times as you want.
Supporting Australian organisations through a cyber security incident Guidance
Oct 23, 2025 - Malicious cyber activity continues to pose a significant risk to Australia’s security and prosperity. Australian organisations that have been, or may be impacted by a cyber security incident, are encouraged to reach out to the Australian Signal’s Directorate (ASD) to seek technical incident response advice and assistance.
Cryptomining Threat
Jun 23, 2020 - Cryptocurrency mining (cryptomining) uses the processing power of computers to solve complex mathematical problems and verify cybercurrency transactions. The miners are then rewarded with a small amount of cybercurrency.
Ransomware Playbook Guidance
Oct 10, 2024 - This interactive guide is here to assist you with taking all of the appropriate steps to prepare for, respond to and recover from a ransomware incident.
Technical example: Regular backups Publication
Dec 16, 2022 - Implementing regular backups will assist your organisation to recover and maintain its operations in the event of a cyber security incident, for example, a ransomware attack.
Technical example: User application hardening Publication
Dec 16, 2022 - User application hardening protects an organisation from a range of threats including malicious websites, advertisements running malicious scripts and exploitation of vulnerabilities in unsupported software. These attacks often take legitimate application functionality and use it for malicious purposes. User application hardening makes it harder for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities or at-risk functionality in your organisation’s applications.
ASD's ACSC participation in Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT) Drill News
Aug 24, 2022 - The ASD's ACSC has joined international partners in the annual Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT) Drill.
2021 Top Malware Strains Advisory
Aug 5, 2022 - This joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) was coauthored by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC).
New joint advisory on PRC botnet operations released News
Sep 19, 2024 - Protect your organisation and yourself from botnet operations.
Stay ahead of the quantum threat with post-quantum cryptography News
Sep 22, 2025 - Get updated advice to help your organisation plan and prepare for post-quantum cryptography.
Report and recover from identity theft Guidance
Nov 14, 2024 - Know where to make a report and get help if someone has stolen your personal or business identity.
Malware Threat
Nov 10, 2023 - Malware (short for 'malicious software') is software that cybercriminals use to harm your computer system or network. Cybercriminals can use malware to gain access to your computer without you knowing, in targeted or broad-based attacks.
Aug 25, 2021 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has joined international partners in the annual Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT) Drill.
How to use the internet securely: A guide for seniors Guidance
Oct 1, 2021 - Some basic cyber security practices that you can use to protect yourself when accessing the internet.
Planning for post-quantum cryptography Publication
Sep 22, 2025 - Prepare your organisation for post-quantum cryptography with advice on transition timelines, milestones, and a framework to map transition stages.
Password managers Guidance
May 12, 2025 - Learn how to create and store passwords in a secure location for your important accounts.
Ten things to know about data security Publication
May 16, 2024 - This publication has been developed to assist business owners and information technology managers, particularly those unfamiliar with cyber security, with ten things they should know about data security.
Multi-factor authentication Guidance
May 13, 2023 - Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one of the most effective ways to protect your valuable information and accounts against unauthorised access.
Identity theft Threat
Nov 14, 2024 - Learn about how identity theft can affect you and how to keep your personal information secure.
Report and recover from ransomware Guidance
Jul 14, 2023 - Learn where to get help from a ransomware attack, and steps to protect yourself against future incidents.
