Key Reforms Under the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 1. New Statutory Tort for Serious Invasions of Privacy The Act introduces a new statutory tort , allowing individuals to sue for serious privacy invasions . This includes: Physical privacy violations and misuse of personal information The invasion must be intentional or reckless and serious The individual must have had a reasonable expectation of privacy A public interest test balancing privacy against competing interests Action Steps for Organisations: ✅ Review and update internal privacy policies to address both data breaches and broader privacy concerns , including physical privacy violations. ✅ Conduct regular privacy impact assessments for new projects involving personal data. ✅ Train employees on what constitutes intentional or reckless privacy invasions and how to prevent them. 2. Stronger Enforcement Powers for the OAIC (Office of the Australian Information Commissioner) The OAIC now has enhanced ...

2024 witnessed a wave of high-profile cyberattacks, with major companies like Dell and Ticketmaster falling victim to data breaches and infrastructure compromises. As we move into 2025, this trend is expected to continue, making it crucial for organizations to understand and prepare for the most common malware threats. In this article, you'll learn: The key characteristics of five common malware families threatening organizations today How these malware types infiltrate systems and exfiltrate sensitive data How proactive sandbox analysis can strengthen your cybersecurity defenses Let’s dive into the malware families that could threaten your business in 2025. 1. Lumma Lumma is an information-stealing malware widely available on the Dark Web since 2022. It specializes in exfiltrating sensitive data from compromised systems, including login credentials, financial information, and personal details. Regular updates have made Lumma more dangerous, enabling it to log browsing h...