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Gateway security guidance package: Overview Publication
Jul 29, 2022 - This page provides an overview of ASD’s Gateway security guidance package.
End of support for Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Windows Server Publication
Mar 20, 2024 - Support for Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Windows Server users following the expiration of the specified servicing timeline.
Guidelines for cybersecurity documentation Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on cybersecurity documentation.
Further cyber sanctions in response to Medibank Private cyberattack News
Feb 12, 2025 - Today Australia has imposed targeted financial and travel sanctions on a cyber infrastructure entity – ZServers – and five of its Russian employees for their roles in providing infrastructure to host and disseminate data stolen from Medibank Private in 2022.
If things go wrong Guidance
If you think you're a victim of a scam, there are steps you can take to protect yourself from further harm.
Cyber Security Awareness Month 2024 News
Oct 1, 2024 - October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a time for all Australians to talk about cyber security and take action to protect their devices and accounts.
Guidelines for email Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on email.
Report a cyber security incident Service
If you are reporting fraud or cybercrime, please refer to the ReportCyber – Cybercrime page.
Netlogon elevation of privilege vulnerability (CVE-2020-1472) Alert
Sep 22, 2020 - The ACSC is aware of a recently disclosed critical vulnerability in Microsoft Active Directory Domain Controller systems that allows unauthenticated attackers to trivially access administrative credentials.
Improve your cyber security with the Quad Cyber Challenge! News
Apr 6, 2023 - The challenge is aimed at promoting responsible cyber security practices across Australia, India, Japan and the United States.
Guidelines for enterprise mobility Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on enterprise mobility.
Small Business Cloud Security Guides: Technical Example - Application Control Publication
Dec 16, 2022 - Application control restricts the ability of an application to run or install on a device. Application control makes it harder for users to intentionally or unintentionally install unwanted or malicious software.
New fact sheet for critical infrastructure leaders – actions to mitigate PRC state-sponsored cyber activity News
Mar 20, 2024 - The fact sheet provides guidance for critical infrastructure leadership to protect their infrastructure and critical functions from Volt Typhoon – a state-sponsored cyber actor linked to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
Passphrases
Protect your accounts from cybercriminals with a secure password or passphrase.
Strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents
Aug 30, 2023 - The Australian Signals Directorate has developed prioritised mitigation strategies to help organisations mitigate cybersecurity incidents caused by various cyberthreats.
Multi-factor authentication for stronger cyber protection News
Feb 25, 2021 - Australians are being urged to strengthen proof of identity protections to help stop cybercriminals gaining unauthorised access to online information and accounts.
Guidelines for communications systems Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on communications systems.
Educational pack for seniors Guidance
Jun 23, 2023 - This educational pack provides engaging content to help seniors learn how to stay cyber secure. Practical steps and topics range from a basic to advanced level.
Cyber Security Awareness Month 2023 News
Sep 25, 2023 - October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a time for all Australians to improve their cyber security knowledge and take action to protect their information and devices.
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.
New guidance for software and service manufacturers deploying system updates News
Oct 25, 2024 - Implementing a safe software deployment program is vital for maintaining customer trust.
Joint guide for cybersecurity best practices for Smart Cities News
Apr 20, 2023 - This guide provides three recommendations to help communities strengthen their cyber posture.
Creating Strong Passphrases Guidance
Oct 6, 2021 - The longer your passphrase, the better. As adversaries can crack a short password with very little effort or time, you can increase the time and effort it takes by using a passphrase instead.
Secure by Design
Jul 22, 2024 - Secure by Design is a proactive, security-focused approach to the development of digital products and services that necessitates a strategic alignment of an organisation’s cybersecurity goals. Secure by Design requires cyberthreats to be considered from the outset to enable mitigations through thoughtful design, architecture and security measures. Its core value is to protect consumer privacy and data through designing, building, and delivering products with fewer vulnerabilities.
Implementing SIEM and SOAR platforms Guidance
May 27, 2025 - SIEM and SOAR platforms can greatly benefit your organisation by collecting, centralising, and analysing important data, detecting cyber security events and incidents and prompting timely intervention.
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Guidelines for database systems Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on database systems.
Guidelines for physical security Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on physical security.
Using the Information security manual Advice
Mar 18, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on using the ISM.
Seniors
Jun 23, 2023 - This guide provides some simple steps and resources to protect your personal information, accounts and life savings when going online.
