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Australia ranks worst in the world for data breaches, with 22 accounts hacked every minute

Australia has ranked as the worst country in the world for data breaches over the September quarter, new data has revealed.

The New Daily

Australians have lost at least $7.2 million to the 'Hi Mum' scam. How does it work and why is it so lucrative for cybercriminals?

It's the scam that preys on our emotions and has seen criminals steal at least $7.2 million from 11,100 Australians so far this year. We spoke to an expert about some of the tactics the scammers are using so you can avoid being the next victim.

ABC News

Telstra sorry for private data online leak

Communications giant Telstra has apologised for a bungle that resulted in the names, private numbers and addresses of thousands of customers leaked online.

AAP

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The editorial questions ABC News journalists faced when covering the Medibank data leak

As hackers held Medibank to ransom, ABC News journalists wrestled with how to cover the story without giving the perpetrators what they wanted: publicity.

ABC News

After Optus, Medibank hacks, the government plans to firm-up defences for ATO, Centrelink data

The Optus and Medibank hacks were a "wake-up call" for corporate Australia — now the government wants a cybersecurity boost for itself.

ABC News

I am a Medibank customer. Am I affected by the cyber-attack? What can I do to protect myself?

Experts suggest using multifactor authentication and telling your bank to put extra security checks in place

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Socceroos victory hangover; TikTok bans tanning videos; and a summer guide to cool gigs

Jubilation across the country as Australia defeats Denmark to advance to the World Cup last 16

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Hackers dump more customer data from Australian insurer Medibank

Medibank Private Ltd, Australia's biggest health insurer, said on Thursday hackers had released more of its stolen medical records, as the media reported that the complete set of data on millions of customers was now public.

Reuters

Medibank hackers declare 'case closed'

The Medibank hackers declared "case closed" after dumping a final tranche of stolen data, as Australia's information commissioner launches an investigation.

AAP

More Medibank customer data released onto dark web. Has everything now been released?

Medibank confirms that more stolen customer data has been released on the dark web, amid reports the hackers have released all files remaining in their possession.

ABC News

Medibank hackers announce ‘case closed’ and dump huge data file on dark web

Medibank confirms it may be the full trove of hundreds of thousands of customers’ private records that were stolen from the health insurer

The Guardian - AU

Is it worth taking out personal cyber insurance in case you are caught up in a data hack?

Experts say investing in identity theft protection may provide peace of mind, but won’t help recover lost information

The Guardian - AU

Cyber black market selling hacked ATO and MyGov logins shows Medibank and Optus only tip of iceberg

ABC Investigation uncovers large swathes of confidential material widely available on the open internet, ranging from sensitive contracts to privileged legal advice about a student's death.

ABC News

Higher speeds for intercity trains will deliver a big rail rethink

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The Guardian - AU

Medibank hacker blog mysteriously disappears but experts warn it may return

Site posting Medibank customer data from cyber-attack goes offline after publishing 1,500 health claim records on Sunday

ABC News

Townsville digital licence trial delayed amid fallout from Medibank and Optus data breaches

After data breaches at Medibank and Optus, the Queensland government decides to delay digital licence trial in Townsville until 2023.

AAP

Aust wealth lures cybercriminals: spy boss

Cyber crime is a "pervasive" threat to Australia's wellbeing, with the nation remaining an attractive target for criminals.

The Guardian - AU

Medibank hackers release 1,500 more patient records on dark web, including mental health data

Company says leak includes details on chronic conditions such as heart disease and people with cancer and dementia

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Medibank hackers release more data

Australians caught up in the Medibank hack have been dealt another blow after the Russian group behind the breach released more sensitive information overnight.

ABC News

More stolen Medibank data released, containing information about mental health and chronic conditions

Hackers have released more customer records onto the dark web, containing information about chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and asthma, cancer, dementia and mental health conditions.

ABC News

Medibank customers left to endure anxiety and fear without 'right support' after data breach

Medibank customers whose personal details have been uploaded online have spoken of the hidden emotional and financial cost, and say they have been left without support and compensation.

The New Daily

Authorities find it hard to ensnare criminals in the dark web

The so-called “dark web” has returned to news headlines lately as thousands of Medibank users have their private lives exposed.

The Guardian - AU

Medibank chief defends company’s security processes amid shareholder anger at AGM

Questions about cyber-attack dominate meeting as company says it is contacting 480,000 customers whose health claims were stolen

The Conversation

A new cyber taskforce will supposedly 'hack the hackers' behind the Medibank breach. It could put a target on Australia's back

The Australian government is launching an offensive against cybercriminals, following a data breach that has exposed millions of people’s personal information.

ABC News

Medibank defends decision to not pay hackers ransom for stolen data as it contacts 480,000 customers

Medibank’s boss says the company will begin directly communicating with nearly half a million customers whose health data is believed to have been stolen, weeks after it first became aware hackers had breached its customer database.

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