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Cyber security 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 cyber security threats and practices.
High Severity vulnerability present in OpenSSL version 3.x Alert
Nov 2, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of a buffer overrun and buffer overflow vulnerability in OpenSSL versions above to 3.0. All Australian organisations using version 3.x should apply the available patch immediately.
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.
Manic Menagerie Investigation Report Reports and statistics
Jan 29, 2019 - This report details technical findings and mitigation advice related to the extensive compromise of at least eight Australian web hosting providers investigated by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) in May 2018.
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.
Active exploitation of vulnerable MobileIron products Alert
Sep 18, 2020 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of active exploitation of vulnerabilities in multiple MobileIron products by malicious cyber actors, including sophisticated state-based actors.
TMUI remote code execution vulnerability - CVE-2020-5902 Alert
Jul 6, 2020 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) advises users of F5’s enterprise and data centre BIG-IP products to ensure their systems are promptly patched after the recent disclosure of new remote code execution vulnerability.
People's Republic of China State-Sponsored Cyber Actor Living off the Land to Evade Detection joint cybersecurity advisory News
May 25, 2023 - Today we released a joint advisory with international partners on a recently discovered cluster of activity associated with a People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored cyber actor.
ASD's ACSC/NCSC collaboration to strengthen cyber security posture News
Nov 4, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) and the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) are committed to improving our respective nation’s cyber security posture and protecting our networks from cyber threats.
Conti ransomware incidents in Australia Alert
Dec 10, 2021 - Multiple Australian organisations have been impacted by Conti ransomware in November and December 2021.
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.
Back-up data to defend against cybercrime News
Mar 31, 2021 - On World Back-up Day, the Australian Government is urging businesses, organisations and individuals to back-up their digital information to protect themselves against compromise.
ASD's ACSC participation in Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT) Drill News
Aug 24, 2022 - The ASD's ACSC has joined international partners in the annual Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT) Drill.
VMware vCenter Server plugin remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2021-21972) Alert
Feb 25, 2021 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) advises users of VMware vCenter Server products, including as part of VMware Cloud Foundation, to ensure their systems are promptly patched after the recent disclosure of a new remote code execution vulnerability.
Multiple Vulnerabilities in Atlassian Confluence Data Center and Server Alert
Nov 1, 2023 - ASD’s ACSC has received information on multiple vulnerabilities in Atlassian’s Confluence Data Center and Server (CVE-2023-22515 & CVE-2023-22518). Organisations are strongly encouraged to take immediate action to ensure affected instances are patched.
Malicious actors deploying Gootkit Loader on Australian Networks Alert
Aug 27, 2021 - Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has observed an increase of Gootkit JavaScript (JS) Loaders on Australian networks.
Critical vulnerabilities in GitLab Products Alert
Jan 15, 2024 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s (ASD's) Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of critical vulnerabilities affecting GitLab Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE). Customers should update to a patched version immediately and enable multi-factor authentication for all GitLab accounts.
Boost your cyber defences with backups News
Aug 17, 2021 - Backing up your data is one of the best defences against ransomware attacks conducted by the opportunistic cyber criminals who continue to threaten Australian businesses, organisations, and families.
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.
LockBit 2.0 ransomware incidents in Australia Alert
Aug 5, 2021 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has observed an increase in reporting of LockBit 2.0 ransomware incidents in Australia.
Sustained targeting of the health sector Alert
Oct 30, 2020 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD's ACSC) has identified a sustained campaign by sophisticated cybercrime actors impacting the Australian health sector.
Microsoft Releases Security Updates for Microsoft Edge Browser Alert
Jun 30, 2021 - On June 24 2021, Microsoft released updates for their Edge Browser addressing two vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit to inject and execute malicious code.
Google Releases Security Updates for Chrome Browser Alert
Jun 21, 2021 - On June 17 2021, Google released Chrome version 91.0.4472.114 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. The patch notes for this version can be viewed at Chrome Release Note.
Critical severity vulnerability in Fortinet Fortigate SSL-VPN devices Alert
Jun 13, 2023 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of a critical pre-authentication remote code execution vulnerability in Fortinet Fortigate SSL VPN devices. Australian organisations should patch their products and apply any recommended mitigations.
Critical vulnerability discovered in HTTP.SYS in Microsoft Windows Alert
May 13, 2021 - A remote code execution vulnerability could enable a malicious cyber actor to compromise vulnerable Microsoft Windows hosts. The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) strongly recommends applying available patches.
Critical vulnerability present in certain versions of Microsoft Excel Alert
Nov 11, 2021 - Microsoft has identified active exploitation of a vulnerability in Microsoft Excel. Affected Australian organisations should apply the available security update as soon as possible.
Remote code execution vulnerability present in certain versions of Palo Alto firewalls utilising the GlobalProtect VPN component Alert
Nov 11, 2021 - A vulnerability has been identified in certain versions of Palo Alto firewalls utilising the GlobalProtect VPN component. Affected Australian organisations should apply the available update as soon as possible.
Critical severity vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS SSL-VPN Alert
Dec 13, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in FortiOS SSL-VPN. All Australian organisations should apply the available patch immediately.
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.
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.
