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Log4j: What Boards and Directors Need to Know Advisory
Jan 7, 2022 - Log4j is a software library used as a building block found in a wide variety of Java applications. The Log4j vulnerability – otherwise known as Log4Shell – is trivial to exploit, and represents a significant business continuity risk. This publication outlines what Boards and Directors need to know in order to protect their businesses.
Safe Software Deployment Publication
Oct 25, 2024 - It is critical for all software manufacturers to implement a safe software deployment program supported by verified processes, including robust testing and measurements.
Antivirus software Guidance
Apr 11, 2023 - The consequences of viruses, spyware and other malicious software can be serious and far reaching. Follow our guidance about using antivirus software.
Critical vulnerability in ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus exploited by cyber actors Alert
Sep 24, 2021 - A vulnerability exists in certain versions of ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus. A cyber actor could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially enabling the actor to take control of the vulnerable host. Affected Australian organisations should apply the available security update.
Joint cybersecurity advisory released on 2021's top routinely exploited vulnerabilities News
Apr 28, 2022 - Malicious cyber actors are aggressively targeting newly-disclosed and dated critical software vulnerabilities against a broad range of targets, including public and private sector organisations worldwide.
Engaging with artificial intelligence Publication
Jan 24, 2024 - The purpose of this paper is to provide organisations with guidance on how to use artificial intelligence (AI) systems securely. The paper summarises some important threats related to AI systems and includes cybersecurity mitigation strategies to aid organisations in engaging with AI while managing risk. It provides mitigations to assist both organisations that maintain their own AI systems and organisations that use third-party AI systems.
Protect yourself online: A guide to cybersecurity for young people Guidance
May 2, 2024 - The steps in this guide can help you navigate the online world with confidence.
Cybersecurity for charities and not-for-profits Guidance
Mar 12, 2024 - How to avoid common cyberthreats and protect your mission .
Are you protected against ‘fast flux’? News
Apr 4, 2025 - Bulletproof Hosting Providers are using ‘fast flux’ to cycle quickly through bots and DNS records to bypass detection by network defenders and law enforcement agencies.
Email security
Jul 29, 2024 - Protect yourself, your employees and business from an email security incident before it's too late.
Australia is fighting back against ransomware News
Jun 15, 2021 - Australians continue to be targeted by cybercriminals through ransomware campaigns impacting multiple sectors across our economy.
Hacking Threat
Jan 5, 2023 - Hacking refers to unauthorised access of a system or network, often to exploit a system’s data or manipulate its normal behaviour.
Protect yourself from ransomware Guidance
Feb 12, 2025 - A ransomware attack could block you from accessing your device or the information on it. Take some time to consider how a ransomware attack might affect you.
Advisory 2020-009: Recommendations to mitigate APT actors targeting health sector and COVID-19 essential services Advisory
May 8, 2020 - The ACSC recommends that organisations in the health sector implement the following cyber security mitigations:
Cloud Services Program page
Feb 24, 2023 - The Cloud Services Certification Program (CSCP) ceased on 2 March 2020. The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) ceased the Certified Cloud Services List (CCSL) on 27 July 2020 and concurrently released the Cloud Security Guidance package.
Cloud computing security for tenants Publication
Jan 18, 2024 - This publication is designed to assist an organisation’s cybersecurity team, cloud architects and business representatives to jointly perform a risk assessment and use cloud services securely.
Staying secure online during back-to-school shopping News
Jan 19, 2021 - Parents are being urged to be vigilant while shopping online for school essentials this month, with back-to-school shopping opening up opportunities for cybercriminals to strike.
The ASD's ACSC asks, ‘Have you been hacked?’ News
Aug 16, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has launched a new online tool to help people who may be a victim of a cyber attack – Have you been hacked?
Gateway security guidance package: Gateway security principles Publication
Jul 29, 2022 - Guidance written for audiences responsible for the procurement, operation and management of gateways.
Online shoppers the target of Christmas cyber grinches News
Nov 3, 2021 - In the lead-up to Black Friday and festive season sales, Australians must be alert to the cybercriminals seeking to steal your Christmas joy and your money.
Restricting Microsoft Office macros Publication
Nov 27, 2023 - This publication has been developed to discuss approaches that can be applied by organisations to secure systems against malicious Microsoft Office macros while balancing both their business and security requirements.
Malicious insiders Threat
Jun 23, 2020 - Malicious insiders can be employees, former employees, contractors or business associates who have legitimate access to your systems and data, but use that access to destroy data, steal data or sabotage your systems. It does not include well-meaning staff who accidentally put your cybersecurity at risk or spill data.
Privacy Awareness Week 2023 News
Apr 28, 2023 - The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is supporting with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) to support Privacy Awareness Week.
Why it’s time to ditch your one password for passphrases News
Apr 28, 2023 - Your accounts are only as strong as the tools keeping them secure. One of the most effective ways of protecting your personal information and accounts is to use a strong passphrase.
Act now to defend against vicious cybercriminals News
Jul 20, 2021 - Cybercriminals are targeting Australians at an unprecedented level to steal sensitive information and money, including through business email compromise and ransomware attacks.
Small Business Cloud Security Guides: Technical Example - Configure Macro Settings Publication
Dec 16, 2022 - Configuring macro settings protects an organisation’s systems from malicious macros. Macros are powerful tools. They were introduced to improve productivity however their functionality can also be used by cyber criminals to compromise a user’s system.
Scams Threat
Apr 21, 2023 - Online scams cost Australians millions of dollars each year and anyone can be targeted. Cybercriminals often use familiar brands and logos to make themselves seem reliable.
Cybersecurity Research Report Reports and statistics
Dec 15, 2020 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) commissioned exploratory research to better understand audience awareness of cybersecurity threats and practices.
Delivering the goods in cyber security resilience to the transport and logistics sector News
Oct 27, 2022 - National Cyber Security Exercise Series: Australia’s transport and logistics sector – May to August 2023
New Secure by Demand guidance available for operational technology owners and operators News
Jan 14, 2025 - To protect your systems from threat actors targeting your operational technology components, select products from manufacturers who are Secure-by-Design. Find out which security elements to prioritise.
