Australian Cyber Aware – As It Was 2606 – June 2026. Aggregated listing of Australian and New Zealand cybersecurity, privacy, and AI risks developments identified during June 2026. It includes cybersecurity incidents, regulatory updates, news stories, audit findings, and broader industry developments relevant to business and government audiences.
Australian Cyber Aware – As It Was 2606 – June 2026. Aggregated listing of Australian and New Zealand cybersecurity, privacy, and AI risks developments identified during June 2026. It includes cybersecurity incidents, regulatory updates, news stories, audit findings, and broader industry developments relevant to business and government audiences.
Alleged 386-gigabyte data breach includes employee passports, medical reports, and salary data. • Tue, 11 Aug 2026 • Security *]:clear-none … [...]
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has commenced Federal Court proceedings against Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, seeking approval for … [...]
The Australian Federal Police is assessing a report of a potential crime after the owner of two undersea cables laid in protection zones near Perth … [...]
Two subsea cables off the coast of Perth, vital for international communications, suffered a fault over the weekend, and the company that owns them … [...]
Australians providing sensitive information about their sexual orientation, religion and income in the upcoming census survey are being reassured … [...]
An Australian-first trial of live AI facial recognition technology by a police force has been criticised by privacy experts and legal advocates. The … [...]
Three weeks ago, Origin Energy told 900,000 former and current customers that their information had been exposed in a data breach. The major … [...]
An AI agent has hacked a gym website in Australia, becoming the first known case of an autonomous AI cyber attack. The AI assistant found a way to book gym [...]
Andrew asked his personal assistant to book him a spot in one of his gym's coveted morning classes. It was a task he thought was well suited to this … [...]
Multiple government departments have issued warnings ahead of the 2026 census, cautioning people to stay vigilant as scammers look to take advantage … [...]
The national healthcare watchdog has inadvertently identified more than 100 doctors, nurses and other practitioners who were offered addiction and … [...]
Victoria’s Labor government to introduce laws to unmask cyber bullies and stop bosses from spying on workers. • Mon, 20 Jul 2026 • … [...]
A prominent hacker is claiming to have breached the company behind the Australian National Institute of Management and Commerce, with student … [...]
Investigations by Aussie rare coin supplier remain ongoing, as cyber extortionists continue to apply pressure on the dark web. • Tue, 04 Aug 2026 • … [...]
A notorious threat actor has claimed a cyber attack on an Australian online travel agency, listing the company on a dark web hacking forum, having … [...]
Cyber extortion group INC Ransom has listed Australian GP network Partnered Health on its darknet leak site, with at least 21 clinics potentially … [...]
Australians should have a legal right to refuse the use of AI scribes during medical appointments without being denied care, as a digital rights … [...]
Threat actors have claimed a cyber attack on a Victoria-based flooring specialist, allegedly having stolen data. • Mon, 03 Aug 2026 • … [...]
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Australian Insurer Ransomware Attack, 07 January 2026 Queensland-based rental car insurer Prosura...
Australian Medical Ransomware Attack, 06 Jun 2025: Victorian based Ascot Vale Health Group targeted by Global ransomware group. Global ransomware group has so far not listed how much data it has allegedly stolen or what kind of data may have been compromised.
Australian Racing Industry Ransomware Attack, 05 Jun 2025: Victorian based RISE Racing confirms Sarcoma ransomware attack. Reports indicate that 1.6GB of sensitive data was stolen, including: Banking details, financial records, participant personal information and operational data related to the racing industry.
Australian Accounting Firm Ransomware Attack, 16 May 2025: Victorian MKA Accountants confirms Qilin ransomware attack. Qilin published 12 documents as part of its leak post, including internal correspondence, financial statements, and insurance information
Australian Cyber Incident – Court Data Breach, 26 March 2025: NSW court website involved in major data breach, 9,000 documents downloaded. Man charged in connection with court document data breach.
Incident – Law Firm Ransomware Attack, 13 March 2025: Prominent Sydney law firm Brydens Lawyers reveals a serious cyber incident in the wake of a February intrusion into its network. More than 600 gigabytes of data – including case, client, and staff data – was stolen in the incident.
NZ Incident – Ransomware Attack, 28 February 2025: DragonForce Ransomware Targets Kiwi Car Dealership Tristram European. The attackers claim to have stolen over 30 gigabytes of sensitive data, including customer information and financial records.
Updated Incident – Medical Data Breach, 19 February 2025: Australian IVF provider Genea in cyber incident. Genea patients frustrated by lack of communication amid data breach.
Incident – University Ransomware Attack, 16 February 2025: Australian National University investigating alleged cyber attack by FSociety ransomware group. No ransom amount was given; however, society is threatening to publish the data within seven days.
NZ Incident – Medical Ransomware Attack, 13 February 2025: KillSec claims ransomware attack on New Zealand based Obex Medical. While the exact details of the breach remain unclear, this latest incident highlights the persistent threat of ransomware groups, particularly those focused on industries like healthcare.
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