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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.
Personal cyber security: Advanced steps guide Guidance
Mar 23, 2023 - The third and final cyber security guide in the personal cyber security series is designed to help everyday Australians understand an advanced level of cyber security and how to take action to protect themselves from cyber threats.
Supporting Australian organisations through a cyber security incident Guidance
Oct 23, 2025 - Malicious cyber activity continues to pose a significant risk to Australia’s security and prosperity. Australian organisations that have been, or may be impacted by a cyber security incident, are encouraged to reach out to the Australian Signal’s Directorate (ASD) to seek technical incident response advice and assistance.
ASD’s role in cyber security: For legal practitioners Guidance
Dec 11, 2024 - During a cyber security incident, or suspected cyber security incident, our goal is to work with impacted organisations, their legal representation, and any external vendors engaged to investigate an incident on behalf of the organisation.
Update your devices to keep cybercriminals out News
May 3, 2021 - Updating the software on electronic devices is one of the easiest and most important ways all Australians can defend against cybercriminals and be protected from online threats.
Password managers Guidance
May 12, 2025 - Learn how to create and store passwords in a secure location for your important accounts.
Small business Google Chromebook and ChromOS security guide Guidance
Nov 12, 2024 - This publication was developed by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) with technical input from Chrome Engineering.
End of support Guidance
Mar 19, 2026 - ‘End of support’ is when software is no longer supported by the product developer that makes it. It will no longer receive security updates, general software updates or technical support.
Explore, analyse and correlate malware at scale with Azul News
Feb 24, 2026 - ASD’s open‑source malware analysis tool is now available on GitHub. The Azul tool helps enhance the ability of network defenders and incident responders to understand and respond to malware.
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.
Progress ongoing to improve the Australian Government’s cyber resilience News
Feb 12, 2026 - The 2025 Commonwealth Cyber Security Posture Report highlights ongoing progress in implementing the Australian Signals Directorate’s Essential Eight mitigation strategies.
Understand and invest in modern defensible architecture now News
Oct 23, 2025 - We have released a new publication series in collaboration with our international partners on modern defensible architecture, providing organisations with a clear framework to begin investment and implementation.
Head ACSC Address to AISA Cyber Conference 2021 News
Mar 17, 2021 - The Future of Cyber Security in Australia’ – Address by Abigail Bradshaw CSC, on 15 March 2021 Canberra Convention Centre.
Cyber resources for small businesses News
Feb 11, 2022 - Last December, the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) co-hosted an Act Now, Stay Secure breakfast at the National Portrait Gallery, along with the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) and the Department of Home Affairs.
Information stealer malware Guidance
Jul 15, 2025 - Information stealer malware is a type of malware designed to steal sensitive data from devices. This can include user credentials, browser data and more.
New OT connectivity principles set a higher security bar for organisations News
Jan 15, 2026 - Our latest guidance outlines 8 principles to secure operational technology connectivity, helping organisations reduce exposure, harden boundaries, and strengthen resilience across industrial environments.
Secure your website Guidance
Jul 29, 2024 - Small business account for over 95% of all businesses in Australia and 72% of them have a website. However, in a world in which websites are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals, only 36% check for updates every week. For those small businesses with a website, or that are considering one, these three quick wins will help you protect your money, data and reputation.
Secure your NAS device Guidance
Nov 29, 2024 - Protect your network-attached storage (NAS) device and the important data it holds with this guide.
Types of scams Guidance
Learn about the common types of scams, how to identify them and how to recover from them.
The ASD's ACSC On-Call 24/7 News
Nov 25, 2021 - All Australians now have greater access to cyber security help and advice through the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre's (ASD’s ACSC) enhanced national Cyber Security Hotline - 1300 CYBER1.
