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/about-us/news/Improve-cyber-security-with-quad-cyber-challenge

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. 

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Cyber Security Awareness Month 2021   News

Oct 5, 2021 - October is Cyber Security Awareness Month.

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/protect-yourself/staying-secure-online/shopping-and-banking-online/online-shopping

Online shopping   Guidance

Nov 7, 2023 - Be secure when shopping online.

Individuals & families
/about-us/alerts/optus-data-breach

Optus Data Breach   Alert

Sep 30, 2022 - To help protect against fraud, Optus has notified customers to look to reputable sources such as Moneysmart and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.

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/about-us/news/asdsacsc-asks-have-you-been-hacked

The ASD's ACSC asks, ‘Have you been hacked?’   News

Aug 16, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has launched a new online tool to help people who may be a victim of a cyber attack – Have you been hacked?

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/new-asds-acsc-guidance-released-help-australians-avoid-risks-related-social-media-and-messaging-applications

New ASD’s ACSC guidance released to help Australians avoid risks related to social media and messaging applications   News

Jul 14, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has today released updated guidance to help all Australians better understand how social media and messaging apps can pose a risk to the security and privacy of individuals and organisations.

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/business-government/secure-design/secure-by-design/modern-defensible-architecture/modern-defensible-architecture-for-senior-decision-makers

Modern defensible architecture for senior decision-makers   Publication

Oct 23, 2025 - ASD’s ACSC and the following international partners present this guidance to assist senior decision-makers to understand the contemporary threat landscape and how modern defensible architecture can support organisations to defend against current threats and prepare for future threats.

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/about-us/advisories/advisory-2020-009-recommendations-mitigate-apt-actors-targeting-health-sector-and-covid-19-essential-services

Advisory 2020-009: Recommendations to mitigate APT actors targeting health sector and COVID-19 essential services   Advisory

May 8, 2020 - The ACSC recommends that organisations in the health sector implement the following cyber security mitigations:

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Report and recover from identity theft   Guidance

Nov 14, 2024 - Know where to make a report and get help if someone has stolen your personal or business identity.

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Quishing   Threat

Nov 2, 2023 - Quishing is a form of phishing attack that uses QR codes instead of text-based links in phishing emails, digital platforms or on physical items. Quishing is a social engineering technique used by scammers and malicious actors to trick their victims into providing sensitive personal information or downloading malware onto their devices.

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/business-government/protecting-business-leaders/security-tips-for-social-media-and-messaging-apps

Security tips for social media and messaging apps   Publication

Jul 14, 2022 - This guide covers the risks of using social media and messaging apps and what to look out for. It also covers ways to help keep accounts safe for business and personal use.

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/protect-yourself/staying-secure-online/shopping-and-banking-online/online-shopping/after-youve-made-purchase

After you've made a purchase   Guidance

Once you’ve made a purchase you still need to remain vigilant. Cybercriminals can target you even after you’ve made a purchase on a legitimate website. Learn what to look out for after you’ve bought something online.

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Identity theft   Threat

Nov 14, 2024 - Learn about how identity theft can affect you and how to keep your personal information secure.

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Protect yourself online: A guide to cybersecurity for young people   Guidance

May 2, 2024 - The steps in this guide can help you navigate the online world with confidence.

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/protect-yourself/staying-secure-online/shopping-and-banking-online/online-shopping/while-you-are-shopping

While you are shopping   Guidance

The best way to avoid being a victim of cybercrime is to be informed. It is really important to know how to secure your device and recognise a fake website or scammer.

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Learn the basics  

Aug 30, 2023 - Interactive tools and advice to boost your cyber security when online.

/protect-yourself/securing-your-devices/how-secure-your-devices/secure-your-mobile-phone

Secure your mobile phone   Guidance

Nov 12, 2024 - The security of your mobile phone can be as crucial as your computer. Follow these steps to protect your phone or tablet from cybercriminals.

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/business-government/secure-design/artificial-intelligence/artificial-intelligence-for-small-business

Artificial intelligence for small business   Publication

Jan 14, 2026 - This guide explains the key cyber security risks of adopting AI technologies and how to reduce while adopting. While traditional threats such as phishing, ransomware and insider threats are still relevant, this guide focuses on other risks that AI introduces.

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Data breaches   Threat

Aug 30, 2023 - Sometimes personal information is released to unauthorised people by accident or as the result of a security breach. For example, an email with personal information can be sent to the wrong person, or a computer system can be hacked and personal information stolen. These are known as data breaches or data spills.

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/report-and-recover/recover-from/ransomware/protect-yourself-from-ransomware

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.

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