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Cyber Security Centre closes consultation on the evolution of the Essential Eight cyber security framework

On 12 July 2026, the Australian Cyber Security Centre closes the consultation on the evolution of the Essential Eight cyber security framework. The proposed evolution would introduce a new Essentials series, grounded in the Information Security Manu…

Scope

Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cybersecurity regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
cross-cutting
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

Complete timeline of this policy change

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2026-06-15
in consultation

On 15 June 2026, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) opened a consultation on the evolution…

2026-07-12
processing consultation

On 12 July 2026, the Australian Cyber Security Centre closes the consultation on the evolution of t…