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Critical Infrastructure Uplift Program (CI-UP) Program page
Apr 16, 2024 - The Critical Infrastructure Uplift Program (CI-UP) offers a range of services that assist critical infrastructure (CI) partners to improve their resilience against cyberattacks.
Vulnerability Alert – 2 new Vulnerabilities associated with Microsoft Exchange. Alert
Oct 10, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of 2 zero day vulnerabilities associated with Microsoft Exchange Servers 2013, 2016 and 2019 (Exchange).
Artificial intelligence
Apr 12, 2024 - This page lists publications on the governance and use of artificial intelligence.
ASD's ACSC and partners alert organisations to top 2021 malware strains News
Aug 5, 2022 - The top types of malicious software – or malware – seen by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) and international partners through 2021 have been detailed, along with advice on how to counter them.
Cyber Skills Framework Publication
Sep 10, 2020 - The Cyber Skills Framework enables targeted recruitment of cyber specialists, provides a development pathway for current and future cyber staff, and aligns skills, knowledge and attributes with national and international industry standards.
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.
National cyber security exercises for Australia’s electricity industry News
Apr 30, 2020 - In November 2019, the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) coordinated a national cyber security exercise series in partnership with Australia’s electricity industry and government agencies.
Critical Vulnerability in popular Java framework Apache Struts2 Alert
Dec 14, 2023 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is concerned about a critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in Apache Struts2. This primarily affects Java applications which use this framework. Apache Struts2 is widely used in enterprise and bespoke Java applications.
Guidelines for system hardening Advice
Jul 3, 2025 - This chapter of the Information security manual (ISM) provides guidance on system hardening.
Essential Eight Assessment Guidance Package News
Nov 23, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate has published updated guidance to help ensure consistent Essential Eight assessment across government and industry.
Are you ready for Australian domain name changes? Alert
Aug 8, 2022 - Australians have until 20 September 2022 to seek priority allocation of an .au direct domain name that matches their existing domain name.
Multiple vulnerabilities present in VMware products Alert
Aug 4, 2022 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) is aware of multiple vulnerabilities in VMware products. Affected Australian organisations should take appropriate action.
Be Ready - auDA Domain Name Changes News
Mar 23, 2022 - The new domain name category could leave your business or organisation open to fraudulent cyber activity, such as business email compromise.
Personal cyber security guides
Oct 1, 2021 - This page includes a series of cyber security guides that you can use to protect yourself and be cyber secure.
2020-011: Critical Vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver Application Server (CVE-2020-6287) Advisory
Jul 14, 2020 - The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) recommends users of these products urgently apply available security patches to prevent an adversary from exploiting this vulnerability.
The Commonwealth Cyber Security Posture in 2020 Reports and statistics
Jun 10, 2021 - The Commonwealth Cyber Security Posture Report in 2020 informs the Parliament of the status of the Commonwealth’s cybersecurity posture. Overall, the report found that Commonwealth entities continued to improve their cybersecurity in 2020. Ongoing effort is required to maintain the currency and effectiveness of cybersecurity measures.
Domain Name System security for domain resolvers Publication
Oct 6, 2021 - This publication explores DNS security for recursive resolution servers. It also shares helpful strategies to reduce the risk of DNS resolver subversion or compromise.
2021 Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities Advisory
Apr 28, 2022 - This advisory provides details on the top 15 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) routinely exploited by malicious cyber actors in 2021, as well as other CVEs frequently exploited.
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.
2022 Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities Advisory
Aug 4, 2023 - This advisory provides details on the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) routinely and frequently exploited by malicious cyber actors in 2022 and the associated Common Weakness Enumeration(s) (CWE).
Archived Alerts and Advisories
Jan 23, 2025 - Search archived cyber security alerts and advice
Essential Eight maturity model changes Publication
Nov 27, 2023 - This publication provides an overview of the changes for the November 2023 release.
Citrix Products NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway Vulnerabilities Alert
Nov 29, 2023 - A malicious actor can exploit the vulnerability to execute code remotely without authentication. Organisations using Citrix products NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway, possibly including Government and medium to large organisations. Ensure the latest release of NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway have been installed.
Hacking Threat
Jan 5, 2023 - Hacking refers to unauthorised access of a system or network, often to exploit a system’s data or manipulate its normal behaviour.
Cloud computing security for cloud service providers Publication
Jan 18, 2024 - This publication is designed to assist cloud service providers (CSPs) in offering secure cloud services. It can also assist assessors in validating the security posture of a cloud service, which is often verified through an Infosec Registered Assessors Program (IRAP) assessment of the CSP services.
Advisory 2020-016: "Zerologon" - Netlogon Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (CVE-2020-1472) Advisory
Sep 22, 2020 - The ACSC recommends organisations immediately patch affected Microsoft Windows systems with the Microsoft August 2020 Security Updates, released 11/08/2020.
Critical remote code execution vulnerability found in the Log4j library Alert
Dec 21, 2021 - A vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228) exists in certain versions of the Log4j library. A malicious cyber actor could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. Australian organisations should apply latest patches immediately where Log4j is known to be used.
Privacy
Oct 24, 2022 - The cyber.gov.au website, including the cyber incident reporting portal (ReportCyber), is operated by the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC). The ASD's ACSC is part of the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), an Australian Government agency.
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.
Malware Threat
Nov 10, 2023 - Malware (short for 'malicious software') is software that cybercriminals use to harm your computer system or network. Cybercriminals can use malware to gain access to your computer without you knowing, in targeted or broad-based attacks.
