Dumpster Diving and Identity Theft: The Low-Tech Risk You Didn’t See Coming Identity theft is frequently portrayed as a high-tech offence, but the reality is often far more analog. With the prevalence of cybercrime, one may overlook the oldest trick in the book: dumpster diving. In Australia, the rates of identity theft are rising, and…
The Top Five Furphies Developers Tell Themselves About Secure Coding: An Aussie Perspective G’day, Andrew and fellow tech enthusiasts. Let’s chew the fat about a topic as critical as a Wallabies vs. All Blacks match: secure coding. Despite it being 2023, the sad reality is that a large chunk of software devs aren’t taking this…
Shielding Your Digital Lifeblood: Combatting Identity Theft in the Australian Context Identity theft is no trifling matter. In Australia alone, it’s estimated to cost around AUD 2.2 billion annually, impacting individuals and organisations alike. And let’s not forget the psychological toll: it can trigger stress, ruin interpersonal relationships, and even destroy trust within workplace environments.…
Widespread routers’ DNS hijacking malware that recently found targeting Android devices has now been upgraded its capabilities to target iOS devices as well as desktop users. Dubbed Roaming Mantis, the malware was initially found hijacking Internet routers last month to distribute Android banking malware designed to steal users’ login credentials and the secret code for…
The Australian Privacy Law: How It Impacts You Down Under If you’ve heard of the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), which are part of the Privacy Act 1988, you might wonder, “How does this affect me as an Australian resident?” The answer is: quite significantly! This isn’t just a set of guidelines but a binding legislative…
Mobile Device Security: Navigating the Digital Landscape In today’s fast-paced digital era, mobile devices are akin to a third arm. They serve myriad purposes—communication, entertainment, online shopping, and even professional tasks, often storing an array of sensitive data. According to a report in The Australian Financial Review, startlingly, around half of smartphone users do not…
Addressing Healthcare Waste: A Strategy for Enhancing Efficiency and Effectiveness in Australia’s Health System The dilemma of minimising healthcare waste is central to delivering cost-effective and high-quality care—a matter that holds significance not just globally but also in the Australian context. As healthcare expenses continue to soar, a substantial portion is attributed to wasteful expenditure.…
