Australian Government Ramps Up IT Security

It was announced earlier this year that the Australian Government has pledged $10.7 million over the upcoming four years to new Cyber Security Advisory Office. This is a clear indication that cyber security is becoming an ever-increasing concern and one which is costing the government, businesses and individuals dearly. As hackers become more adept and
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How Much Would a Data Breach Cost You?

As the threat to businesses becomes increasingly virtual, companies are stepping up their processes when it comes to protecting their valuable data. Research conducted for the 2017 Cost of Data Breach Study by IBM was released in June 2017 and revealed a decline of 10% in the global average cost of a data breach. Each
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Truly Good Security Advice

Everyone is different and everyone uses technology in different ways. People also have different concerns when it comes to security online. However, most ‘security’ articles are one-size-fits all and, consequently, not necessarily useful for you. Ctrl IT is here to offer you some truly good security advice by helping you recognise what exactly you need
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Protecting Your Physical Security Systems

Most businesses now have a fairly comprehensive security system in place when it comes to their computers, tablets, mobile phones and other connected devices. However, a commonly overlooked vulnerability is the physical security system itself. The Internet of Things (IoT) is ever expanding and as we install smart devices in our offices, it is important
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The Grey World Of Hackers

The terms ‘white hat hacker’ and ‘black hat hacker’ will doubtless be familiar to you. But events over the past few months suggest it is not as clear-cut as these neat little boxes. Whether good or bad, all hackers fundamentally use the same skillset and capability to manipulate technology. The only difference is that one
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