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Red Light or Red Scare? Inside Australia’s Probe of Chinese Electric Buses

23 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

Australia’s growing fleet of Chinese-made Yutong electric buses is under government review for cybersecurity threats. Investigations reveal common vulnerabilities in connected vehicles—but no unique Chinese 'kill switch.' Experts warn the risk is part of a wider challenge facing all modern smart infrastructure.

Australia’s Critical Infrastructure Exposed: Report Reveals Gaps in Drone Cyber Threat Preparedness

22 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

A University of Canberra study finds Australian critical infrastructure operators are dangerously unaware and unprepared for drone-enabled cyber-attacks, calling for urgent reforms and greater industry collaboration.

Airlock Digital’s Allowlisting Delivers 224% ROI and Zero Breaches, Forrester Study Finds

21 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

A Forrester Consulting study reports that Airlock Digital’s application allowlisting yields a 224% ROI, $3.8 million in value, and zero breaches, signaling a potential shift away from reactive cybersecurity.

Victorian Student Data Breach: What Happened and What’s Next?

15 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

A sweeping cyberattack has exposed student records across Victorian government schools, raising urgent questions about digital safety and transparency. Here’s what we know so far.

Dark Web Discounts: Retail and Service Firms Face Cybercrime Surge in Oceania

15 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

In 2025, hackers in Australia and New Zealand shifted their focus from critical infrastructure to everyday businesses like retail and professional services. Learn how weak access controls and a thriving dark web market are making Main Street the new frontline in Oceania's cybercrime wave.

Victorian School Hack: Students Locked Out After Major Data Breach

14 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

Hackers breached Victoria’s Department of Education, exposing personal data of hundreds of thousands of students and forcing a massive password reset. Authorities continue to investigate the scale and impact of the incident.

Australia’s Forgotten Computer: The Untold Story of ARCTURUS at Sydney University

13 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

In the 1960s, a team at Sydney University built ARCTURUS—a pioneering computer that pushed technical boundaries despite limited resources. Dive into the hidden history of Australia’s unsung computing hero.

🏴‍☠️ Access for Sale: How Cybercriminal Marketplaces Fuel Ransomware Chaos Down Under

10 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

Underground marketplaces selling network access are powering a dramatic rise in ransomware attacks and data breaches across Australia and New Zealand, with the retail, financial, and professional services sectors hit hardest.

Cybercrime’s Next Act: What Australian SMEs Must Know for 2026

09 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

Australia’s SMEs are facing a wave of advanced cyber threats in 2026, from deepfake scams to AI-driven ransomware. Learn what’s at stake and how small businesses can prepare for the digital dangers ahead.

🏴‍☠️ Ransomware Hits sjevicedu.au: Inside the Cyberattack on an Australian School

06 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Oceania

An in-depth look at the ransomware attack that paralyzed sjevicedu.au, revealing the tactics used by cybercriminals and the urgent cybersecurity lessons for educational institutions.