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The Federal Police is currently investigating the hacker's claims.

Revelation that ABS fended off attacks in 2021 comes as Australia reels from ransomware attacks on Medibank and Optus

Medibank, which has more than 3.7 million customers, says a hacker claims to have stolen 200GB of data and given 100 policies as proof. Here's what we know.

Cyber Security Minister Clare O'Neil says a ransomware attack on Medibank and the alleged removal of customer data has been referred to the Australian Federal Police for investigation.

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Group claiming they carried out attack say they wish to negotiate over the insurer’s customer data

The private health insurer is the latest company to report a cyber attack.

Queensland Transport branches have experienced their busiest day on record after the latest round of communications from Optus about its massive data breach.

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has urged firms to work more closely with the Government to better protect themselves.

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has shaken off criticism against the country's defense ministry for refusing to appear before legislators to explain a major cyber hack, resulting in a massive data breach.

Freezing your accounts at the three major credit bureaus is the best way to prevent thieves from opening new credit accounts in your name.