Australia: Announced ACSC recommendation to enhance cybersecurity due to Ukraine conflict

On 16 March 2022, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) updated its recommendations to Australian organisations, encouraging the enhancement of cybersecurity measures. In particular, the ACSC warns of a heightened global cyberthreats due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Therefore, the ACSC considers the risk of cyberattacks on Australian networks as increased and details potential threats and recommendations to allow Australian organisations to better defend themselves.