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Phone and email scammers impersonating the ASD's ACSC Alert
Jan 19, 2022 - The Australian government will NEVER phone you to request access to your computer, or request you to purchase cryptocurrencies or gift cards. If you receive a suspicious phone call, take the caller's details, hang up and contact the company they claim to represent via official communication channels listed on their website. Never call a number provided by the scammer.
Kaseya VSA Supply-Chain Ransomware Attack Alert
Jul 12, 2021 - Patch now available for Kaseya VSA platform.
Protect your children online: A guide to cybersecurity for parents and carers Guidance
May 2, 2024 - The steps in this guide can help you ensure that your children stay safe and secure online.
Quishing Threat
Nov 2, 2023 - Quishing is a form of phishing attack that uses QR codes instead of text-based links in phishing emails, digital platforms or on physical items. Quishing is a social engineering technique used by scammers and malicious actors to trick their victims into providing sensitive personal information or downloading malware onto their devices.
Information stealer malware Guidance
Jul 15, 2025 - Information stealer malware is a type of malware designed to steal sensitive data from devices. This can include user credentials, browser data and more.
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.
Essential Eight maturity model changes Publication
Nov 27, 2023 - This publication provides an overview of the changes for the November 2023 release.
Essential Eight maturity model and ISM mapping Publication
Oct 2, 2024 - This publication provides a mapping between the Essential Eight and the controls within the Information security manual (ISM).
2022 Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities Advisory
Aug 4, 2023 - This advisory provides details on the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) routinely and frequently exploited by malicious cyber actors in 2022 and the associated Common Weakness Enumeration(s) (CWE).
Marketing and filtering email service providers Publication
Oct 6, 2021 - This publication provides high level guidance on how to use email service providers (ESPs) in particular deployment scenarios. The considerations and controls described in that publication also apply to ESPs sending email on other organisations’ behalf.
Identity theft Threat
Nov 14, 2024 - Learn about how identity theft can affect you and how to keep your personal information secure.
How to manage your security when engaging a managed service provider Publication
Oct 6, 2021 - Understand the actions organisations can take to manage the security risks posed by engaging and authorising network access for managed service providers.
ASD's ACSC and partners alert organisations to top 2021 malware strains News
Aug 5, 2022 - The top types of malicious software – or malware – seen by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) and international partners through 2021 have been detailed, along with advice on how to counter them.
Recovering a compromised email account Guidance
Nov 10, 2023 - Email accounts are valuable targets for cybercriminals. Not just because they store sensitive messages, but also because they can be used to impersonate the account owner, to spread scams, and to perform password resets.
Countering Chinese State-Sponsored Actors Compromise of Networks Worldwide to Feed Global Espionage System Advisory
Aug 28, 2025 - This joint cyber security advisory gives vital insights on People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored cyber threat actors, how they gain and maintain persistent access, and the capabilities they have. It provides threat hunting guidance and mitigation strategies to help safeguard your networks.
Secure your website Guidance
Jul 29, 2024 - Small business account for over 95% of all businesses in Australia and 72% of them have a website. However, in a world in which websites are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals, only 36% check for updates every week. For those small businesses with a website, or that are considering one, these three quick wins will help you protect your money, data and reputation.
Introduction to connected vehicles Guidance
Jun 30, 2025 - Connected vehicles (CVs) carry cyber security risks that vary depending on their level of connectivity. Learn about the risks before buying a CV and how to stay more secure when using these vehicles.
Essential Eight Assessment Guidance Package News
Nov 23, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate has published updated guidance to help ensure consistent Essential Eight assessment across government and industry.
Security tips for online gaming Guidance
Mar 1, 2024 - The world of online gaming is a popular target for scammers and cybercriminals. Gaming accounts can provide access to game licenses and linked payment methods making them highly valuable.
Medibank Private Cyber Security Incident Alert
Dec 1, 2022 - ASD’s Australian Cyber Security Centre is working closely with Medibank Private following the recent incident.
