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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.

Advisory 2020-004: Remote code execution vulnerability being actively exploited in vulnerable versions of Telerik UI by sophisticated actors   Advisory

May 22, 2020 - This advisory is focused around the targeting of CVE-2019-18935 but has significant overlap to the previously released ACSC 2019-126 advisory.

Archived reports and statistics  

Feb 13, 2025 - Search archived report and statistics

Report and recover from a data breach   Guidance

Jul 14, 2023 - A data breach occurs when sensitive or personal information is accessed, disclosed or exposed to unauthorised people.

Turn on multi-factor authentication  

Nov 9, 2022 - Protect your important accounts with extra login steps.

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 cybersecurity, with ten things they should know about data security.

Widespread outages relating to CrowdStrike software update   Alert

Jul 21, 2024 - A CrowdStrike software update has led to outages impacting Windows systems.

Avaddon Ransomware   Alert

May 8, 2021 - Increase in Avaddon ransomware attacks in Australia.

Report  

Apr 11, 2023 - Report a cybercrime, incident or vulnerability.

Citrix Products NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway Vulnerabilities   Alert

Nov 29, 2023 - A malicious actor can exploit the vulnerability to execute code remotely without authentication. Organisations using Citrix products NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway, possibly including Government and medium to large organisations. Ensure the latest release of NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway have been installed.

Ivanti Sentry Authentication Bypass Vulnerability   Alert

Aug 22, 2023 - An authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2023-38035) has been identified that allows unauthorised access to sensitive APIs which can be used to set configuration parameters on the administrator portal (MICS).

Web conferencing security   Publication

Oct 6, 2021 - Web conferencing tools are essential for meeting with colleagues and clients online. This guide provides tips on how to choose a secure web conference provider, and what risks to be aware of.

Cisco IOS XE Software Web UI Zero Day Vulnerability   Alert

Oct 25, 2023 - A previously unknown vulnerability (CVE-2023-20198) in the web UI feature of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow a malicious actor to take control of vulnerable devices. All Australian organisations should follow the recommendations published by Cisco.

Conti ransomware incidents in Australia   Alert

Dec 10, 2021 - Multiple Australian organisations have been impacted by Conti ransomware in November and December 2021.

Critical vulnerability present in certain versions of Apple iOS and iPadOS   Alert

Oct 13, 2021 - A vulnerability has been identified in certain Apple products which could allow an actor to install malware or perform other actions on a vulnerable device.

Critical vulnerability identified in Apple iOS and macOS   Alert

Feb 12, 2022 - A Remote Code Execution vulnerability has been identified in certain versions of Apple WebKit, affecting iOS and macOS devices. Affected users of these devices should update their devices as soon as possible.

Critical vulnerability present in SAP Internet Communication Manager   Alert

Feb 11, 2022 - A vulnerability has been identified in SAP Internet Communication Manager (ICM), a component of many SAP products, which may allow full system takeover. Affected organisations should apply the available security update.

Kaseya VSA Supply-Chain Ransomware Attack   Alert

Jul 12, 2021 - Patch now available for Kaseya VSA platform.

APT exploitation of Fortinet Vulnerabilities   Alert

Apr 3, 2021 - Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors targeting historic Fortinet vulnerabilities.

Remote code execution vulnerability present in Open Management Infrastructure, affects certain Microsoft Azure services   Alert

Sep 16, 2021 - A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Open Management Infrastructure, a management agent used in certain Linux-based Microsoft Azure services. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a malicious actor to take control of the vulnerable host. Affected organisations should apply the available security update.

Critical vulnerabilities present in certain versions of Apple iOS, macOS and Safari   Alert

Sep 14, 2021 - Vulnerabilities have been identified in certain versions of Apple iOS, macOS and Safari which could allow an actor to install malware or perform other actions on a vulnerable device or computer.

Active exploitation of vulnerable Sitecore Experience Platform content management systems   Alert

Nov 5, 2021 - There is active exploitation of a vulnerability occurring in certain versions of Sitecore Experience Platform systems. Affected Australian organisation should apply the available security update.

An introduction to securing smart places   Publication

Nov 21, 2022 - Smart places, also known as smart cities, are places designed to provide enhanced services to citizens using a collection of smart information technology (IT)-enabled systems and devices that capture, communicate and analyse data. To achieve this purpose, previously discrete technologies and systems are interconnected to allow for large-scale coordination, real-time decision making, and increased visibility and situational awareness of the smart place’s status.

Guidelines for procurement and outsourcing   Advice

Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on procurement and outsourcing activities.

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.

Emanation Security Program   Program page

Jul 1, 2018 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Emanation Security Program sets out the requirements for government and organisations to be formally recognised to conduct emanation security practices to national standards.

Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus & Desktop Central remote code execution vulnerabilities   Alert

Dec 8, 2021 - Vulnerabilities have been identified in certain versions of Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus and Desktop Central product suites. Australian organisations using vulnerable Zoho ManageEngine products should apply the available patch.

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.

Easy steps to secure yourself online   Guidance

Apr 7, 2021 - Reduce the risk of being targeted by cybercriminals by following these easy steps.

Exploitation of existing Fortinet Vulnerabilities    Alert

Apr 11, 2025 - Fortinet has released information regarding exploitation of previously known vulnerabilities affecting Fortinet devices.
ASD’s ACSC recommends customers follow the advice contained in Fortinet’s advisory page.