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Report and recover from business email compromise Guidance
Jul 14, 2023 - Step-by-step guidance on how to respond to and recover from email compromise and impersonation attempts.
Protect yourself from ransomware Guidance
Feb 12, 2025 - A ransomware attack could block you from accessing your device or the information on it. Take some time to consider how a ransomware attack might affect you.
Limited Use Guidance
Dec 3, 2024 - The limited use obligation for the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has been legislated to add additional protections to the information organisations voluntarily provide to ASD, and to the information acquired or prepared by ASD with the consent of an organisation.
ASD's ACSC has launched a new campaign on Business Email Compromise News
Jun 28, 2022 - With the end of the financial year ushering in tax season, Australians are urged to strengthen their email security and be alert to criminals trying to fool them into making false payments or giving up details that could make them an easy target for cyber crime.
ASD's ACSC and international partners encourage action to mitigate risks for Log4j vulnerability News
Dec 23, 2021 - ASD's ACSC and cyber security agency partners have issued a joint statement and advisory on the Log4j vulnerability providing technical details, mitigations and resources to help address the critical software flaw.
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.
ABC Radio interview with Head of ACSC News
Mar 31, 2021 - Abigail Bradshaw CSC, Head of Australian Cyber Security Centre, interview with Fran Kelly on ABC Radio National, 31 March 2021.
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.
The Silent Heist: Cybercriminals use information stealer malware to compromise corporate networks News
Sep 2, 2024 - New advisory released on information stealer malware used in cybercrime attacks.
Spotting scams Guidance
Learn how to identify phishing messages to stay safe and protect your personal information.
Secure your social media Guidance
Jul 29, 2024 - Keep your social media secure by using these tips. Learn how to protect your accounts, privacy and information.
Secure your Wi-Fi and router Guidance
Oct 29, 2024 - How to make your software, devices and networks harder to access and more resilient to attack.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning pose new cyber security risks to supply chains News
Oct 16, 2025 - New publication for organisations on the importance of AI and ML supply chain security.
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.
Secure your user account Guidance
Jan 24, 2024 - A user account is the account you use to sign in on your computer at home, school or work. Cybercriminals will target unsecure accounts and take advantage of poor security habits within the home and businesses. Their goal is to get access to your computer and steal your information. There are many ways to improve your account security, keep your accounts safe and avoid being the victim of a cyber attack.
Antivirus software Guidance
Apr 11, 2023 - The consequences of viruses, spyware and other malicious software can be serious and far reaching. Follow our guidance about using antivirus software.
Use our new guidance to create and maintain a definitive view of your organisation’s Operational Technology (OT) architecture News
Oct 28, 2025 - Apply the 5 key principles of this guidance to build a holistic understanding of your operational technology (OT) systems and design appropriate, effective cyber security controls.
How to use the internet securely: A guide for seniors Guidance
Oct 1, 2021 - Some basic cyber security practices that you can use to protect yourself when accessing the internet.
Report and recover from scams Guidance
Apr 11, 2023 - If someone has stolen your money or personal information, find out what to do and who to contact. We also provide advice on how to avoid scams in future.
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.
