The Ultimate Guide to Network Security
A curated Australian edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network Security.
What to know about Network Security
Network Security encompasses the technologies, policies, and practices designed to safeguard computer networks from unauthorized access, attacks, and data breaches. In an era marked by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and increased remote workforces, securing networks has become an essential priority for businesses, governments, and institutions alike.
This tag brings together an extensive range of insights and developments on network security, reflecting current challenges such as ransomware surges, DDoS attacks, vulnerabilities in IoT devices, and emerging risks linked with AI and cloud infrastructures. Readers can explore the evolving landscape of network protection technologies including virtual firewalls, secure SD-WAN solutions, zero trust models, encrypted traffic management, and unified threat management platforms.
From detailed case studies on securing healthcare and retail sectors to analysis of regional cyber threat trends, readers will find practical advice, expert opinions, and vendor news that illuminate how network security strategies adapt to protect organizational assets, maintain compliance, and ensure business continuity in an increasingly complex cyber-threat environment.
Whether you are a cybersecurity professional looking to stay abreast of the latest innovations or a business leader seeking to understand and mitigate risks to your network infrastructure, this collection of stories offers valuable perspectives on the critical role of network security today.
Australian Network Security News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Origin Energy probes alleged cyber incident over data
Customers face heightened scam risks as Origin Energy investigates claims that a hacker accessed two million records and alerted regulators.
Australia breach costs hit AUD $4.22 million, IBM says
Malicious attacks are growing costlier as AI-generated elements feature in nearly a third of incidents, IBM's study found.
URSYS launches secure Layer 2 Starlink for remote sites
Remote Australian operators can now keep Starlink traffic off the public internet, easing security concerns for critical systems and SCADA links.
Acronis says frontier AI is speeding cyber attacks
Frontier AI is lowering the bar for cybercrime, with attackers using it to scale phishing, malware and reconnaissance more quickly.
Australian firms turn to unified security platforms
Rising alert volumes and AI-driven threats are pushing Australian organisations towards unified security platforms, a Fortinet study found.
Flexible workspace has become a managed-services play for MSPs and integrators
As flex space grows, operators are turning their floors into recurring managed-network and security contracts for MSPs and integrators.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Network Security
Check Point launches AI Network Firewall in R82.20
Fortinet launches FortiGate 1200G with FortiSASE Outpost
Cloudbrink launches AI security platform for enterprise
IDC survey flags networking bottlenecks for agentic AI
Citrix adds MCP Gateway to NetScaler for AI traffic
Featured News
AI arms race forcing businesses to rethink cybersecurity
Security teams are racing to shrink exposure windows as AI makes newly disclosed vulnerabilities exploitable almost immediately.
Check Point CTO on AI's double-edged sword
AI is shrinking the gap between vulnerability disclosure and real-world exploitation to hours, forcing security teams to adapt fast.
SonicWall boosts endpoint security for SMBs and mid-market
SMBs and mid-market firms facing AI-driven attacks are set for tighter device controls as SonicWall prepares a new endpoint security product.
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Check Point: Hackers are already in. Act accordingly
Hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in hours or minutes, leaving many organisations compromised before defenders spot the breach.
Visa strengthens AI defences amid new era of cyber threats
Visa is pouring billions into AI defences as regulators demand safer, auditable systems to counter faster cyber threats and fraud.
Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is
Hackers are already stockpiling encrypted data for Q-Day, when quantum machines could break RSA and ECC in minutes.
Companies wildly unprepared for new era of security threats
Many firms are exposing sensitive data as shadow AI and weak controls leave them open to breaches, hallucinations and unauthorised access.
Certes says be ready to protect data before Q Day hits
Only 3% of Australian businesses have started preparing for post-quantum cryptography, leaving sensitive data exposed to harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks.
HPE assisting IT teams navigate complex challenges
HPE Networking says AI, zero trust and SASE are reshaping network security as remote work and connected devices make threats harder to control.
Telstra launches Adaptive Networks Centre for businesses
Telstra launches Adaptive Networks Centre, giving enterprise customers and partners faster digital quoting, ordering and near real-time control.
Reviews
Expert Columns
SonicWall joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing to find flaws
Post-quantum cryptography: are we sleepwalking into the next Y2K moment?
Networks take the wheel as AI moves from hype to reality
Flexible workspace has become a managed-services play for MSPs and integrators
Why SMS authentication is exposing mortgage lenders to avoidable risk
AI does not invent cyber risk, it accelerates it
SonicWall research sounds Code Red on healthcare cybersecurity as attack rates refuse to decline
Cyber hygiene 101: The big fundamentals
Why retail's contractor problem is a cybersecurity risk in disguise
What Swiss Cheese teaches us about choosing MDR
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Network Security News
Australian cyber experts warn of third-party risk surge
Recent breaches have exposed how weak vendor oversight is leaving schools and businesses more vulnerable to supply chain attacks.
Australians face scam risk during major life events
Stressful milestones like buying a home or job hunting are leaving Australians most exposed to scams, a TrendLife study found.
Why SMS authentication is exposing mortgage lenders to avoidable risk
Mortgage brokers face mounting breach and fraud risks as attackers exploit SMS codes to reach high-value client data, experts warn.
CyberCX extends Rugby Australia cyber security deal
The extension gives Rugby Australia two more years of protection against cyber threats as sporting bodies face rising risks to data and match-day systems.
Tekspace ranks browser security vendors as market matures
Only two of 13 vendors reached comprehensive maturity as browser security becomes central to Australian organisations' cyber defences.
INC ransomware surges as Australia stays in sights
Australian businesses face renewed ransomware pressure as INC expands quickly after LockBit and BlackCat were disrupted, researchers say.
Cloudflare names The Missing Link as design partner
The move signals Cloudflare's push to channel more secure access service edge work through specialists as firms simplify legacy security for AI adoption.
Why retail's contractor problem is a cybersecurity risk in disguise
Unlogged contractors can expose store networks to intrusion, prompting Australian retailers to adopt digital visitor controls and audit trails.
Australian football fans trust fake Wi-Fi networks
Most Australian fans would still join venue-named hotspots, leaving match-day travellers exposed to phishing, fake streams and account theft.
ManageEngine adds real-time telemetry & SOAR to tools
Real-time network monitoring and automated security response are meant to help teams spot brief outages faster and cut handoffs between tools.
Ericsson & Epiroc deepen mining connectivity alliance
Mining operators are set to gain safer, more reliable site connectivity as Epiroc adds Ericsson's LTE and 5G products to its portfolio.
Orro & Megaport launch managed global network service
Australian businesses expanding overseas can now secure private network links and compute in minutes through a single managed provider.
Coro signs Australian distribution deal with Leader
Australian MSPs and resellers gain access to Coro's cybersecurity platform as the deal broadens channel options and simplifies security management.
Omada launches Fusion Gateway in Australia at AUD $349
Small businesses may benefit from a gateway that bundles cloud management and a five-year warranty, with no recurring software fees.
Why Australian SMEs can't afford to treat cybersecurity as an afterthought
Rising attack volumes are exposing under-resourced SMEs to downtime, lost contracts and regulatory risk unless security is built in now.
Australian firms lag on post-quantum crypto readiness
Only 11% of organisations are confident they can meet post-quantum deadlines, as legacy systems and tight budgets slow Australian preparations.
Arctic Wolf unveils exposure management for AI-driven risks
Businesses face faster-growing exposure risks as the security firm widens its portfolio with tools for vulnerabilities, mobile threats and patching.
Vocus & Fortinet launch Secure Shield for AI oversight
It aims to curb staff data leaks into public AI tools by giving Australian employers visibility and controls over what workers share.
White Rook Cyber wins CREST accreditation for testing
Procurement teams in defence and critical infrastructure may now view White Rook Cyber more favourably after its CREST testing approval.
Arctic Wolf launches early warning tool for credential theft
Credential theft is being tackled earlier as Australian organisations face more phishing and automated attacks that can slip past standard defences.
Job Moves
Genetec appoints Dale Simons as Account Executive for Victoria and Tasmania
Gallagher Security promotes George Dunleavy to Sales Manager for SA & NT
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Paul Randazzo joins Dicker Data to helm Cloud division
Fortinet responds to Govt legislation with appointment in Aus
