Norwegian aluminium giant hit by ransomware
Mar 21, 2019 - Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company was subject to a Ransomware attack on Tuesday, 19 March 2019. The company confirmed the attack in a statement on their website .
Fake CIA emails requesting Bitcoin or arrest
Mar 20, 2019 - The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of malicious emails claiming to be from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) that are being received by Australians. The emails align with the ‘sextortion’ campaign being observed globally. The criminals inform recipients that due to their involvement in illegal material, the recipient’s personal information such as; addresses, contact information and information…Bomb threat email scam targeting Australians
Dec 14, 2018 - The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is aware of bomb threat emails being received by Australians. The emails claim an explosive device has been hidden in the recipient’s premises, and will be detonated unless a ransom is paid in bitcoin. If you receive this email: Do not respond or contact the sender Do not pay the ransom Ring your local police service. The ACSC believes this to be a scam, however as a…Attribution of a pattern of malicious cyber activity to Russia
Oct 4, 2018 - The Australian Government has joined international partners to condemn a pattern of malicious cyber activity by Russia targeting political, business, media and sporting institutions worldwide. The Prime Minister, the Hon Scott Morrison MP and the Foreign Affairs Minister, Senator the Hon Marise Payne have made a joint statement condemning these actions. The ACSC is committed to protecting Australian interests in…
Ransomware
Aug 13, 2018 - Ransomware is a type of malware that denies access to files or computer systems until a ransom is paid. Ransomware can get onto your device in the same way as other malware or a virus, for example by visiting unsafe or suspicious websites, opening emails or files from someone you don't know, clicking on 'malicious' links in social media and peer-to-peer networks. . What is ransomware? Ransomware…Ransomware continues to target Australians
Jul 1, 2018 - The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is asking Australians to remain vigilant of ransomware and the damage it can cause. The Centre is urging all Australians, including businesses owners and operators to patch their systems. "Ransomware continues to be one of the greatest cyber security threats to us all. And due to its non-discriminatory nature, if your network is unprotected you may fall victim" said head of the…
Common threat types
Jul 1, 2018 - The cyber threat to Australian individuals and organisations is undeniable, unrelenting and continues to grow. You could be a target even if you don't think the information held on your networks is valuable, or that your business would be of interest to cyber adversaries. Many organisations are at risk purely because they are vulnerable through unpatched software or unaware staff members. Common threats impacting…