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Many of you may have seen reports that Qantas recently had a data breach, confirmed by the airline itself, in which personal data for around six million customers was exposed when a third-party contact-centre system was accessed by cyber criminals. That kind of incident may sound like something for the big boys, but it has real-life consequences for all of us — particularly when it comes to scams via text messages (SMS) and email. Here’s what it means and what you can do

Phishing is one of the oldest tricks in the book — and it still works because it looks so real. A scammer pretends to be someone you trust: your bank, a delivery service, even a government office. Learn how to recognise the scam and protect your information.

Every business owner wants the same thing: the freedom to focus on growth, innovation, and customers—not on cybercriminals lurking in the shadows. Unfortunately, ransomware and advanced threats have become part of the daily reality in 2025.

Australia’s national carrier, Qantas, has become the latest target of cybercriminals, and experts warn that millions of customers could now be at risk of phishing and scam attacks. While Qantas has assured customers that passwords, credit-card details, and passports were not included in the compromised files, the leaked data does include names, phone numbers, emails, birthdates, and frequent-flyer numbers - more than enough to fuel an onslaught of phishing, identity-theft, a

When ransomware strikes, the pressure is immediate and overwhelming. Criminals deliberately design their attacks to make you feel helpless. Screens lock, files vanish, and a countdown timer begins. The message is clear: “Pay us, or lose everything.” But that “choice” is an illusion.

We’ve all seen those little puzzles online that ask you to click on traffic lights or confirm you’re “not a robot.” They’re meant to keep websites safe — but scammers have found a way to turn them into traps. This week, cybersecurity researchers uncovered a wave of fake CAPTCHA screens appearing on everyday websites, tricking people into downloading malware disguised as harmless updates. It’s a clever twist on a familiar idea, and it’s catching many users off guard.

If you’ve seen the headlines, you’ll know Qantas is in the middle of an ugly cyber incident. A criminal collective (reports say it’s a mash-up of well-known groups) claims to have stolen customer data and is now demanding a ransom. They’ve threatened to leak data on the dark web if negotiations don’t happen by the deadline. Qantas has taken legal action to try to stop misuse of the data and says its core systems remain secure; the breach traces back to a third-party contact-c

In today’s digital world, every device your team uses is a gateway to your business. Endpoint security protects laptops, desktops, tablets, and smartphones from cyber-attacks that target these devices. Whether your staff are working in the office, from home, or on the road, strong endpoint protection ensures attackers can’t use a single device to compromise your entire network.

Even the biggest names in technology can slip up, and this week’s headlines prove it. Oracle released an emergency fix after hackers found a way to exploit one of its business systems. Researchers uncovered a new cloud vulnerability that could, in rare cases, allow data to leak between shared servers. And Microsoft quietly announced a change to Outlook, disabling a type of image file that cybercriminals were using in phishing scams. It’s a busy week in cybersecurity -

If you’ve ever worried about hackers sneaking into your phone or computer, this week’s tech news proves why a little caution can make a big difference. Between fake WhatsApp updates, sneaky Android spy apps, and deepfake videos appearing on jailbroken iPhones, cybercriminals are finding creative new ways to reach unsuspecting users. The good news is that staying safe isn’t complicated — it just takes awareness and a few smart habits.

When we hear about ransomware in the news, the stories usually focus on large corporations, governments, or global supply chains. But the uncomfortable truth is this: small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are just as vulnerable—sometimes even more so.

Ransomware has become one of the fastest-growing cyber threats in the world. From major corporations to local small businesses, no one is immune....