Sony hacks show need for data breach disclosure laws
The repeated hacking of Sony's PlayStation Network hack has demonstrated the need for Australia to adopt mandatory data breach disclosure laws, a local security director has claimed.
Stories by Lisa Banks
Video conferencing set to soar: Ovum
The adoption of video conferencing is on the rise and according to analyst firm Ovum, large enterprises are driving this trend.
Small retailers drive contactless payment system use
Organisations must adopt contactless contactless payment systems in order for consumers to benefit from such technology, according to two industry analysts.
AusCERT 2011: NASA not immune to cyber attack
A NASA employee has given an insight into its security system, with the agent saying that NASA is often affected by hackers.
AusCERT 2011: Routing systems 'based on gossip'
IT managers are under threat from routing systems that are providing easy access for fraudsters, the Chief Scientist at the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) has claimed.
AusCERT 2011: How the US Secret Service solved the TJX case
The US Secret Service has offered insights into its handling of the TJX cyber crime case, explaining that co-operation across national borders was vital to catching Albert Gonzalez.
AusCERT 2011: Police lack tools to combat cybercrime
Police officers are behind the eight ball when it comes to dealing with cybercrime, a Queensland Police Service officer has said.
AusCERT 2011: Mobile banking malware on the rise
Chief technology officer of Trusteer, Amit Klein, has spoken about the trends of mobile malware, citing mobile banking as the next big threat to the industry.
Sony hit by third cyber attack against Playstation network
Sony has fallen victim to a third cyber attack against its Playstation network, while the Japanese IT giant's chief executive officer has confirmed that a date for the restoration of the network is yet to be set.
Tasmanian Polytechnic rolls out mobile device management
The Tasmanian Polytechnic has rolled out mobile device management across its fleet of iPhones and iPads in a bid to provide increased security and a centralised approach to apps.
WA IT Awards recognises carbon reducing technology
Innovation in carbon reduction technology has been recognised at the Western Australian Information Technology and Telecommunications Awards (WAITTAs) this week, with Greensense taking home the award for best product.
CommBank CIO advocates shared infrastructure
CIOs should focus on content creation while sharing non-core infrastructure with other institutions, according to Commonwealth Bank group executive for enterprise services and CIO, Michael Harte.
Ovum: Gov't must use Facebook, Twitter to engage with public
Both federal and state governments must utilise social media tools to engage with the public, Ovum has warned.
Australia lagging in government Cloud adoption: Ovum
Australia lags behind the rest of the world in government Cloud adoption, according to analyst firm, Ovum.
Overthinking governance prevents innovation
Minimising overthinking of governance issues when deploying SharePoint is vital if CIOs are to achieve long term innovation, a SharePoint specialist has claimed.