"Australia passed its first-ever Cyber Security Act on Nov. 25, introducing various measures to strengthen the nation's defenses. Among its key provisions is a requirement that organisations report to the government if they pay ransomware criminals - a practice that has become widespread globally."
"The Cyber Security Act follows Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030. The strategy, designed to position Australia as a leader in cyber resilience, foreshadowed several measures in the law, including creating a National Cyber Security Coordinator to oversee a cohesive national cyber response."
"Australia's Minister for Cyber Security Tony Burke said the Act was 'a key pillar in our mission to protect Australians from cyber threats' and that it 'forms a cohesive legislative toolbox for Australia to move forward with clarity and confidence in the face of an ever-changing cyber landscape."
"Experts have urged IT and security leaders to update their cyber security incident response plans to consider the legislative changes, which may require them to communicate with the government in new ways in the confusing midst of a cyber security attack or crisis."
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