The Ultimate Guide to Phishing
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Phishing.
What to know about Phishing
Phishing, a pervasive form of cybercrime, continues to evolve in sophistication and scale, posing significant risks to individuals and organisations worldwide. This tag gathers extensive insights into phishing tactics, including traditional email scams, spear-phishing, SMS phishing (smishing), and emerging AI-assisted attacks that exploit human vulnerabilities and trusted brand impersonations.
Recent stories highlight the increasing frequency and complexity of phishing attacks, such as operations targeting specific sectors like finance, industrial engineering, and healthcare. Reports reveal how cybercriminal groups adapt by leveraging multi-factor authentication exploits, brandjacking, and sophisticated social engineering to compromise credentials and infiltrate networks.
Readers exploring this tag will gain valuable understanding of how phishing attacks are conducted, who the most vulnerable targets are—from individual contributors to C-suite executives—and what measures organisations and individuals can take to mitigate risks. The tag also delves into cybersecurity solutions, training programs, and industry collaborations designed to bolster phishing resistance, emphasizing the critical role of combining technology, awareness, and proactive defense to combat this ever-changing threat landscape.
Australian Phishing News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Optus launches free cyber readiness programme for SMEs
Optus launches free cyber readiness programme as research finds one in three Australian SMEs have faced attacks and most lack a plan.
Experts warn passwords no longer sufficient in AI era
Australian cyber security experts say passwords are no longer enough as AI use grows, with identity the new perimeter and passkeys urged.
Australia scam losses rise as reports fall in 2025
Australia scam losses climb to AUD $295.4 million as reports fall, with phishing, investment fraud and AI-driven tactics driving bigger hits.
From reseller to risk advisor: What the shift means for your email and hosting conversations
MSPs are turning email and hosting renewals into risk-led advisory wins, with higher margins and stronger client ties in the Australian channel.
Arctic Wolf launches early warning tool for credential theft
Arctic Wolf opens gated beta for Decipio, a tool aimed at flagging credential theft in corporate networks before attackers can move laterally.
Australians warned over social media clues aiding scammers
Home Affairs urges Australians to tighten privacy settings as fresh data shows scammers can exploit public profiles, passwords and account recovery clues.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Phishing
Group-IB named a Leader in Gartner cyberthreat report
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
DigiCert updates document signing tool to curb AI fraud
1Kosmos tops KuppingerCole 2026 passwordless ranking
IRONSCALES adds AI agents to counter next‑gen phishing
Featured News
Yubico well-prepared for post-quantum computing threats
Yubico says Australia is already preparing for quantum-era cyber risks as the firm readies a post-quantum device for release next year.
'Human Risk' takes centre stage - Mimecast CEO
Mimecast chief warns human risk is now cybersecurity's 'eighth layer' as malicious insiders overtake negligence in Australian attacks.
Expert Columns
Why "strong passwords" can't save you from AI
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
Stolen credentials don't have to mean a breach
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
From reseller to risk advisor: What the shift means for your email and hosting conversations
New TLDs and phishing risk: What security teams should know
Building security outcomes for small businesses: Why breaches persist despite available tools
The agentic evolution: Why high-fidelity data is the lifeblood of the modern SOC
Saving the weekend: How SonicWall's SonicSentry SOC stopped a Saturday night cyberattack
Kernel in the crosshairs: The BlackSanta threat campaign targeting recruitment workflows
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Phishing News
New TLDs and phishing risk: What security teams should know
New generic domain extensions due in 2026 could give phishing crews fresh, cheap infrastructure unless security teams prepare early.
Australian cyber resilience gap widens as recovery plans lag
Australia cyber chiefs warn recovery planning lags behind threat detection, with only 32% of firms testing continuity or incident response plans.
TechnologyOne launches InvoiceIQ to curb council fraud
TechnologyOne adds fraud-detection tools to council finance systems, aiming to spot suspicious supplier changes and invoice manipulation before payments go out.
Employees outspot managers in CommBank scam research
CommBank research finds staff are more likely than managers to spot workplace scams, as email-based payment redirection fraud keeps hitting Australian firms.
ASIC steps up takedown of AI investment scam sites
ASIC ramps up AI scam fight as it takes down 11,964 bogus investment websites and warns of slicker ads, fake endorsements and cloaking tactics.
Avocado warns on code repository supply chain attacks
Avocado urges Australian firms to tighten repository security as the ACSC reissues a high alert on active supply chain attacks and secrets sprawl.
Phishing surge targets Gulf after Iran-Israel tensions
Bitdefender reports a 130% jump in phishing and malware activity across Gulf markets, with fake invoices and banking lures driving attacks.
Australians overconfident as risky password habits persist
Australians feel confident spotting cyber threats, but most still reuse passwords, share logins and ignore breaches unless directly alerted.
Why 2026 will separate the digital leaders from the laggards
In 2026, Australian businesses face a decisive test: turn years of AI and cloud investment into real advantage, or fall behind.
Malicious insider threats outpace negligence in Australia
Malicious insider threats now outpace negligence in Australia, as Mimecast warns rising AI-fuelled attacks are testing outdated security models.
AI supercharges LinkedIn phishing risks in Australia
AI tools let attackers mine Australians' LinkedIn activity in under 30 minutes, rapidly generating tailored phishing profiles at scale.
Cybermate unveils AI cyber safety companion for SMEs
Cybermate launches an AI “safety companion” to give Australian SMEs and community groups real-time guidance on risky cyber decisions.
RFDS gaming drive returns to aid remote Queensland care
Royal Flying Doctor Service revives its Change the Game drive, rallying gamers to help fund vital aeromedical care across remote Queensland.
Why Australian superannuation funds need to prioritise security for their customers with strong MFA
Australian super funds sit on AUD $3.7 trillion, yet weak, outdated MFA leaves members' retirement savings exposed to rising cyber threats.
CBA warns young Aussies of fake job and dating scam losses
Young Australians lose over AUD $2.2 million as fake flexible job offers surge, with scammers recruiting money mules via texts and social media.
McAfee warns Australians of AI-fuelled Valentine scams
McAfee warns Australians AI-powered romance scams are surging ahead of Valentine's Day, with one in seven victims losing an average AUD $780.
Arts Centre Melbourne deploys MDR services to contain phishing incident
Arts Centre Melbourne tightens cyber defences after a foiled phishing attack exposed gaps filled by Arctic Wolf's round-the-clock monitoring.
Australians urged to tighten online habits on & off duty
Australians are being warned to sharpen digital habits as AI‑driven phishing and social engineering outpace traditional cyber defences.
Australians turn to AI for love as dating scams surge
Australians are turning to AI for romance and emotional support as dating app scams soar, with social engineering behind most threats.
Safer Internet Day and the New Reality of Cyber Responsibility in Education
As Safer Internet Day nears, schools face rising cyber threats, third-party risks and new duties that push security into the boardroom.