National Security stories
Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024
Yesterday
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data protection
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encryption
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smart home
Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.
Lumify Group wins top cyber security training award for 2025
Last week
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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network security
Lumify Group was named Cyber Security Training Business of the Year at the 2025 Australian Cyber Awards, recognising its role in boosting Australia's cyber skills.
PentenAmio merger targets secure global cyber defence growth
Last week
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Australian Penten and UK-based Amiosec merge to form PentenAmio, offering sovereign cybersecurity and electronic warfare tech, targeting Allied defence clients.
NZ submarine cables are 'attractive espionage targets', officials warn
Last week
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
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transpower
Officials alert PM that submarine cables, vital for vast data transfers, are attractive espionage targets amid global concerns over their security.
Former CIA Chief George Tenet joins Illumio board to boost AI cybersecurity
Last month
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
George J. Tenet, ex-CIA Director, joins Illumio’s board to boost focus on AI-driven breach containment in hybrid and multi-cloud cybersecurity.
Australia's cyber sector grows amid increasing attack risks
Last month
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data protection
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ransomware
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digital transformation
A new report reveals Australia's cyber security sector thrived amid rising attack threats, generating AUD $6.13 billion in revenue and employing over 137,000 people.
CVE system secures 11-month extension worth USD $44 million
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
CISA extends its contract with MITRE for another 11 months at USD $44 million, securing the critical CVE vulnerability programme amid funding concerns.
Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.
Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence
Last month
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Trend Micro's latest report unveils the evolution of the Russian-speaking cyber underground, revealing its impact on global cybercrime amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
Salus Ventures appoints Dr Shane Arnott as Senior Advisor
Last month
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ai
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cybersecurity
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public sector
Salus Ventures has appointed Dr Shane Arnott to its Strategic Advisor Program, enhancing its mission to bolster Australia's defence technology and resilience.
UK's gas dependency poses strategic risks, report warns
Last month
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cleantech
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renewable energy
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national security
A new report reveals the UK's reliance on gas has become its Achilles' heel, with indigenous production plummeting by 70% since 2000, heightening price risks.
Logically partners with Databricks to enhance threat detection
Last month
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Logically has teamed up with Databricks to bolster organisations' defences against online threats, combining AI technology with data intelligence.
Australia seeks national unity in cybersecurity strategy
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advanced persistent threat protection
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government
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collaboration
The Tech Council of Australia is rallying industry and government leaders to boost the nation's cybersecurity capabilities amid rising digital threats.
Gilmour Space partners with Ansys for first Aussie rocket
Last month
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rocket
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national security
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startups
Gilmour Space Technologies has partnered with Ansys to advance the Eris rocket project, aiming to make history with Australia's first orbital launch.
Kiteworks achieves FedRAMP High Ready status for Gov Cloud
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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encryption
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
Kiteworks has achieved FedRAMP High Ready Status for its Secure Gov Cloud, reinforcing its dedication to meet government agencies' stringent security requirements.
Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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it training
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
Databricks gains FedRAMP High authorisation on AWS GovCloud
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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cybersecurity
Databricks has secured FedRAMP High authorisation for its Data Intelligence Platform on AWS GovCloud, enhancing data management capabilities for US federal agencies.
Momentum accelerator opens for security tech startups
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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quantum computing
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ai
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cybersecurity
Applications are now open for the Momentum Accelerator's National Security & Dual-Use Technology Cohort, offering up to USD $400,000 for startups.
Data leak at Chinese firm reveals government monitoring
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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edr
A data leak from TopSec, a Chinese cybersecurity firm, reveals its role in aiding the government’s web monitoring efforts, according to SentinelLabs.
Women in Security Network wins global diversity award
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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australian signals directorate
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national security
The Women in Security Mentoring Network has won the 2024 Global Award for Best Diversity Initiative, recognising its AI-driven efforts to enhance diversity in cybersecurity.