Vikram Sareen

ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, Essential Eight (E8), and now SMB1001. But why? Traditional cyber security frameworks present challenges for smaller organisations which is why the Cyber Security Certification Australia (CSCAU) has introduced SMB1001. It covers essential security practices without the complexity and high costs associated with larger, more comprehensive frameworks. I believe SMB1001 to be a real game-changer so check out this article which gives an overview of this new cyber security framework, delving into what makes it work and what are the key differences with the established Essential Eight. #CyberSecurity #SMB1001 #SMB #SecurityFramework

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Recommended 3 minute read! For those seeking more awareness on major league cyber threats (industry term is APT = Advanced Persistent Threat) and what to do to mitigate it.

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🚨 Medibank Faces Legal Action Over Major Data Breach The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner is taking legal action against Medibank following the massive data breach of October 2022. The breach exposed nearly 10 million customers to risks of identity theft, extortion, and financial crime. The OAIC alleges that Medibank failed to take reasonable steps to protect sensitive customer information, violating Australia's Privacy Act. With potential penalties reaching up to $2.22 million per contravention (one contravention for each the 9.7m affected customers!), the stakes are high for Medibank. This case is another reminder of the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures, particularly for organisations handling sensitive data. In an evolving cyber landscape, businesses of all sizes must prioritise data protection. Ensuring robust digital defences is not just a necessity but a duty to customers and partners. You don't have to break the bank to stay protected, you just need the right team to look after you. Our job at Fuse Technology is to look after SMBs and implement the latest cybersecurity measures so that they can focus on what they do best. Don't wait until it's too late! #DataPrivacy #CyberSecurity #Medibank #LegalAction #DataBreach #CustomerProtection #Australia

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Responding to and Recovering from Cyber Attacks Queensland Audit Office (QAO) report highlights significant gaps in Queensland public sector entities' preparedness for cyber incidents, emphasizing the need for updated risk assessments, regular testing of response plans, improved crisis communication, and enhanced technical capabilities. My 3 key takeaways 👉 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Entities lack up-to-date listings of systems and assets, hindering risk identification and assessment, requiring regular risk assessments for key systems 👉 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Many response plans are untested or outdated, necessitating regular reviews, scenario playbooks, and clear crisis communication strategies​. 👉 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Public sector entities often lack in-house expertise, needing comprehensive training plans and external specialist skills for effective cyber incident response #audit #cyber #darktrace

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Looking for Data Security? Talk to IconicKloud. We have ASIC approved Data Sovereignty solution that wants to keep its client's Data safe with high-grade security solutions. #mortgagebroker #FinancialPlanning #MicrosoftTeams #EmailMigration #iconickloud #DataSovereignty #Azure #Microsoft #AWS #cybersecurity #artificialintelligence

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For the first time, CRN Australia and iTnews, which are read by decision makers in thousands of significant Australian organisations, will publish an index of Australian MSPs: https://lnkd.in/gdBhS_55 MSPs operating in Australia play a vital role managing business-critical IT, dealing with cybersecurity threats and helping millions of Australian organisations operate more productively and cost-effectively. These MSPs are a crucial part of Australia's IT industry and CRN Australia's audience, and work with decision makers that read iTnews. The CRN Australia MSP Index gives these MSPs an opportunity to: - Be listed in a directory of MSPs operating in Australia published by CRN Australia and our sister publication iTnews, publications read by many thousands of Australian IT and non-IT organisations - Provide data for a barometer of business maturity, opportunities and challenges in the Australian MSP landscape, to help their businesses, other MSPs and other IT providers, and others such as investors, business acquirers and MSP customers, better understand this landscape - Gain networking, information and thought leadership opportunities by being invited to MSP Index events in different states, and to other sponsored events relevant to MSPs. Eligible MSPs that apply to be listed in the MSP Index will be invited to the launch of the NSW Edition of the MSP Index in Sydney on 20th November 2024. MSPs throughout Australia can now apply to be listed in the MSP Index by completing the MSP Index survey: https://lnkd.in/gdBhS_55 #crnmspindex

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