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Secure your NAS device Guidance
Nov 29, 2024 - Protect your network-attached storage (NAS) device and the important data it holds with this guide.
Essential Eight Assessment Course News
Jul 4, 2023 - Today, the Australian Signals Directorate has launched the Essential Eight Assessment Course pilot in collaboration with TAFEcyber.
Essential Eight Maturity Model Update News
Nov 27, 2023 - The Australian Signals Directorate has updated the Essential Eight Maturity Model (E8MM).
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.
Do you purchase technology for your organisation? News
Dec 5, 2024 - Updated guidance and new guidance for executives now available for Choosing secure and verifiable technologies.
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.
INC Ransom and Affiliate Network operating in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific island states News
Mar 6, 2026 - This joint advisory outlines the activity of ransomware group INC Ransom and the threat their operations currently pose to networks hosted in Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific island states.
Preventing business email compromise Guidance
Apr 11, 2023 - There are many easy steps and actions you can take now to protect your business. Learn about the simple, cost-effective and immediately beneficial protective measures you can implement.
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.
Securing Customer Personal Data for Small to Medium Businesses News
Nov 17, 2023 - As data breaches increasingly impact Australian businesses and their customers, it’s crucial for businesses to improve their data security practices and ensure their customers’ personal data is handled appropriately.
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.
New guidance to strengthen Microsoft Exchange Server security News
Oct 31, 2025 - ASD’s ACSC and international partners have co-authored guidance on best practices for Microsoft Exchange Server to help organisations mitigate risks and prevent malicious activity.
Safer Internet Day 2021 News
Feb 9, 2021 - Safer Internet Day on 9 February 2021 aims to raise awareness of emerging online issues and share strategies everyone can use for staying secure online.
Spotting scams Guidance
Learn how to identify phishing messages to stay safe and protect your personal information.
Internet of Things devices Guidance
Mar 27, 2026 - IoT devices can include smart televisions, security cameras and fridges. Learn how to buy and use IoT devices securely.
Updates to ASD’s Blueprint for Secure Cloud News
Mar 18, 2025 - We have updated the Blueprint to reflect recent changes to Microsoft Purview.
New advice on implementing SIEM/SOAR platforms in your organisation News
May 27, 2025 - ASD has published a publication series about Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms in collaboration with our international partners.
Vulnerability Disclosure Program News
Nov 23, 2022 - New ACSC publication released to help organisations implement a Vulnerability Disclosure Program.
Français (French) Guidance
Aug 17, 2023 - The information and resources available are intended to increase your safety online and have been translated into Français.
An Introduction to Securing Smart Places News
Nov 21, 2022 - New ASD's ACSC publication released to help organisations secure smart places.
