Essential Checklist for IT Data Security in Healthcare: A Guide for Providers in Australia

In the realm of healthcare, data security isn’t just a matter of protecting information; it’s about safeguarding the well-being and privacy of patients. With the rapid digital transformation of the healthcare sector in Australia, ensuring robust IT data security measures is paramount. Healthcare providers handle sensitive patient information, making them prime targets for cyber threats. … Read more

Unveiling UTP (Unified Threat Protection)

Unified Threat Protection (UTP) is a comprehensive security solution designed to safeguard networks from a multitude of cyber threats. You may also know it as UTM, or Unified Threat Management!Unified Threat Protection Core Components – Firewall: Guards against unauthorised access and malicious activities by monitoring and controlling network traffic.– Intrusion Detection and Prevention System (IDPS): … Read more

What To Do When A Staff Member Leaves

Make sure to inform your IT support! “Recently, some GP’s left our clinic and started a new practice. Ever since, all our long-standing patients left to attend the new practice. The PM couldn’t figure out how our patients were being poached. “Then, the PM’s security report pinged accounts still in use by those doctors who … Read more

New Year, New Cyber Habits

As we usher in a new year, it’s the perfect time to cultivate a fresh mindset towards our digital well-being. In the ever-evolving landscape of cyberspace, adopting new cyber security habits is not just a resolution but a necessity. Our first InfoByte for 2024 serves as a guide to fortify your digital defences and navigate … Read more

ASD Threat Report 2022-2023

Each year, the ASD release their Threat Report that provides insights into our cybersecurity landscape; detailing emerging threats and risks, and recommendations to enhance cybersecurity resilience.Check out some key points from the ASD Threat Report 2022-2023 release! Top 3 cybercrime types for individuals identity fraud online banking fraud online shopping fraud. Domain Takedown Service blocked … Read more

Get Disaster Ready

What to do in a disaster? As Australia heads into another bushfire season, it’s important to know your disaster recovery and business continuity plan. If your business gets damaged, or stuck in the middle of a natural disaster, here are the essentials to know: Contact your IT team to initiate Disaster Recovery Plan. If there … Read more

Is lag getting you down?

Cloudy with a Chance of Lag …when there’s too many tabs open! The tabs you keep open in your browser aren’t just placeholders – they actively use up your device’s resources, which are vital for your cloud to run effectively. With too many tabs open, your computer’s memory and processing units are stretched thin, introducing … Read more

Website Armour – Why backend updates are your best defence

Why backend updates matter The Constant Evolution of Cyber Threats: Cybercriminals are always finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. Backend updates keep your website resilient against emerging threats. Protecting User Data: Regular updates help safeguard sensitive user information, such as login credentials, personal data, and payment details, from falling into the wrong hands. What backend … Read more

Al Chatbots the good, the bad & the unknown

A chatbot is a computer program that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to simulate human conversation. You’ve probably met some form of them too, think Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant, and ChatGPT (just to name a few)!They can do it all Whether it’s helping you order a pizza, answering specific questions, or … Read more

We’re not quick to click!

Spotting Facebook scams on business pages can be a tricky game. Most Facebook users are pretty savvy about scams on their private pages, but when it comes to spotting Facebook scams on business pages we seem to draw a blank.One recent scam, which tried to snag us, is generated from within Facebook itself. Check out … Read more