David Hollingworth

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David Hollingworth has been writing about technology for over 20 years, and has worked for a range of print and online titles in his career. He is enjoying getting to grips with cyber security, especially when it lets him talk about Lego.

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Breaking: ClubsNSW, OutABox data breach not a hack, NSW Police makes arrest

UPDATE: NSW Police announced at 5:15pm the arrest of a 46-year-old man in Fairfield West over OutABox data breach.

SECURITY • Thu, 02 May 2024

Dropbox data breach exposes all users of Dropbox Sign

The popular online storage solution has revealed the details of a cyber incident that exposed user data and authentication keys.

SECURITY • Thu, 02 May 2024

The industry speaks: World Password Day

Here’s what the movers and shakers of cyber security have to say about password security and how thinking smart can keep you safe.

SECURITY • Thu, 02 May 2024

ClubsNSW concerned over potential OutABox data breach

An IT provider used by a raft of NSW bars and venues has “become aware of a potential breach of data”.

SECURITY • Thu, 02 May 2024

Exclusive: Watergategate? Ransomware gang targets famous Watergate Hotel

The personal data of Watergate employees and several foreign diplomats has been published online by the Qilin ransomware group.

SECURITY • Wed, 01 May 2024

Government announces ‘counter-influencer’ program and deepfake pornography ban

Anthony Albanese has announced a raft of measures to counter violent and misogynistic content online following a rise in violence against women.

CULTURE • Wed, 01 May 2024

DFAT’s Cyber and Critical Tech Cooperation Program is open for funding proposals

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has announced an open call for countries in south-east Asia seeking to boost their cyber security maturity.

GOVERNMENT • Wed, 01 May 2024

Exclusive: Aussie lender Firstmac falls victim to EMBARGO ransomware gang

Hackers claim to have databases, source codes, and “sensitive customer data” a day after the lender notified customers of possible data breach.

SECURITY • Tue, 30 Apr 2024

Scam losses are dropping, but Australians still lost $2.74bn in 2023

Latest figures from the ACCC’s National Anti-Scam Centre show a decline in money lost to scams, but work remains to be done.

CULTURE • Tue, 30 Apr 2024

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Breaking: ClubsNSW, OutABox data breach not a hack, NSW Police makes arrest

Dropbox data breach exposes all users of Dropbox Sign

The industry speaks: World Password Day

ClubsNSW concerned over potential OutABox data breach

Exclusive: Watergategate? Ransomware gang targets famous Watergate Hotel

Government announces ‘counter-influencer’ program and deepfake pornography ban

DFAT’s Cyber and Critical Tech Cooperation Program is open for funding proposals

Exclusive: Aussie lender Firstmac falls victim to EMBARGO ransomware gang

Scam losses are dropping, but Australians still lost $2.74bn in 2023

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