Security News > 2024 > August > Is Australia’s Public Sector Ready for a Major Cyber Security Incident?
Recent investigations into the cyber security preparedness of Australian Federal Government agencies have found gaps in the public sector's readiness for cyber security attacks or major data breaches, contributing to a focus in 2024 on improving their cyber readiness.
More Australia coverage AUSTRAC, Services Australia show cyber security deficiencies.
An ANAO report on cyber security incident management at Services Australia and AUSTRAC in June 2024 found their measures only "Partially effective," with neither well placed to ensure business continuity or disaster recovery after a significant cyber security incident.
Services Australia is only "Partly effective" in the design of cyber security incident management procedures, with no documented approach to threat and vulnerability assessments.
Private sector demands rise in public sector security standards.
The private sector will welcome moves to improve cyber security in the public sector.
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