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If your business experienced a cyber incident today, would you know what to do or who to call?For many small businesses,...
27/10/2026

If your business experienced a cyber incident today, would you know what to do or who to call?

For many small businesses, IT support isn’t always managed by a dedicated team. Microsoft 365 and other business systems might be managed by an external provider, someone internally who looks after IT alongside their usual role, or in some cases, no one in particular.

With several ransomware incidents involving Australian organisations reported recently, it’s a timely reminder to review how prepared your business is to respond if something goes wrong.

If an employee reports suspicious activity or a Microsoft 365 account is compromised, who would investigate? Who has the access needed to secure affected accounts, and who would coordinate the response if customer information was potentially exposed?

These arrangements don’t need to be complicated. Having clear responsibilities, a documented process and knowing who to contact can make a significant difference. It’s also worth talking through a potential incident to identify any gaps in access, communication or decision-making before they’re needed.

If you’re not sure who would respond to a cyber incident in your business, or whether your current arrangements are sufficient, PECyber can help. We work with Australian businesses to review their existing security and incident response arrangements, identify gaps and put practical processes in place that suit their size and operations.

Get in touch to discuss your incident readiness: www.pecyber.com.au

Your staff might recognise a phishing email. But would they recognise a fake AI installer?Cybercriminals are increasingl...
23/10/2026

Your staff might recognise a phishing email. But would they recognise a fake AI installer?

Cybercriminals are increasingly using popular AI tools to trick people into installing malware, and some of these attacks never involve a phishing email.

Recent security research has highlighted campaigns where attackers create convincing copies of legitimate AI download pages, promote them through search results and trick users into running malicious commands.

In one campaign, the installation command displayed on the website was legitimate, but the copy button secretly placed a different, malicious command onto the user's clipboard.

The risk for businesses is straightforward. An employee looking to try a new AI tool could unknowingly compromise their device or expose company information.

There are a few practical things businesses should be doing:

- Make sure staff know where to download approved software, including AI tools.
- Be cautious of websites asking users to copy and run commands, particularly through PowerShell or Terminal.
- Review whether employees can install software without IT approval.
- Include fake software downloads and browser-based threats in security awareness training, not just suspicious emails.
- Make sure endpoint protection and monitoring can identify unusual script ex*****on.

Traditional phishing training is still important, but the threats your staff encounter are changing.

At PECyber, we help Australian businesses strengthen security awareness through practical training, phishing simulations and assessments that identify gaps in their existing controls.
When did your business last review whether its security awareness training reflects the threats staff actually encounter?

Learn more: https://learn.pecyber.com.au

And that’s a wrap on CyberCon 2026!Three great days in Melbourne, catching up with familiar faces, meeting new people an...
16/10/2026

And that’s a wrap on CyberCon 2026!

Three great days in Melbourne, catching up with familiar faces, meeting new people and hearing different perspectives from across Australia’s cyber security community.

This year’s theme, Empowered Together, really resonated with us at PECyber.

Cyber security isn’t something any organisation can tackle alone. Whether you’re a small business, a government agency or a large enterprise, there’s real value in sharing experiences, learning from each other and working together to improve how we protect our organisations.

While there was plenty of discussion about emerging technologies, evolving threats and the future of our industry, it’s also a reminder that good cyber security comes back to people, practical advice and getting the fundamentals right.

A big thank you to AISA for bringing the community together, and to everyone who took the time to have a conversation with us throughout the event.

We’re heading back to Canberra with new connections, fresh ideas and plenty of conversations to follow up on.

If we didn’t get the chance to connect at CyberCon, we’d still love to hear from you.

Stronger together. More secure together.

14/10/2026

Day one of CyberCon 2026 done!

It’s been a busy first day in Melbourne, catching up with industry colleagues, meeting new people and hearing about what’s happening across the Australian cyber security landscape.

There’s plenty to see and learn, and it’s always valuable getting to share ideas and experiences with others working in the industry.

We’re looking forward to the next two days!

If you’re at CyberCon on Thursday or Friday, come and say hello. We’d love to catch up over a coffee.

A client sends you a security questionnaire. Your insurer asks for evidence of your controls. Your IT provider recommend...
07/10/2026

A client sends you a security questionnaire. Your insurer asks for evidence of your controls. Your IT provider recommends another security investment.

Who helps you decide what matters and what to do next?

For many small and medium businesses, cyber security decisions land with an owner or manager who already has plenty on their plate. Even with a capable IT provider, someone needs to connect the technical recommendations to the business's risks, budget and priorities.

PECyber's vCISO (Virtual Chief Information Security Officer) service gives you that experienced security leadership for a predictable monthly fee. No full-time executive salary, and no new invoice every time a questionnaire or audit lands on your desk.

We work with your leadership team and existing IT provider to understand where you stand, agree on practical priorities and keep improvements moving. That can include:

• A security roadmap with clear owners and timeframes
• Risk assessments to guide where you spend time and money
• Oversight of Essential Eight, SMB1001 or ISO 27001 improvement programs
• Independent advice on suppliers and security purchases
• Support with audits, tenders and customer security questionnaires
• Regular, plain-English reporting for owners, partners and boards

You don't need to have all the answers before starting. A useful first step is understanding your current position and agreeing on what deserves attention first.

If cyber security keeps slipping behind other priorities, talk to PECyber about practical vCISO support.

Learn more: https://www.pecyber.com.au/vciso

Your team doesn't need another hour-long presentation they'll forget by next week.They need practical cyber security tra...
05/10/2026

Your team doesn't need another hour-long presentation they'll forget by next week.

They need practical cyber security training that fits into the working day and helps them make safer decisions when it matters.

PECyber builds those habits through short 3–5 minute video courses, quizzes and regular reminders. Topics cover the situations your staff actually face, from suspicious emails and password security to payment requests and handling sensitive information.

Everyone starts with password and phishing awareness, then completes a short course each month. New starters work through the foundations first, so they're never a step behind the rest of the team.

We handle enrolment and scheduling, and you get a clear record of who has completed what. That's useful when an insurer, client or regulator asks how you train your staff. Awareness posters keep the lessons visible between courses.

A few minutes of regular learning builds a team that's confident spotting risks and knows what to do next.

Want practical cyber security training without adding another job to your list?

Contact [email protected] or call 1300 432 214.

October is Cyber Security Action Month, and this year’s theme is simple:Take a second. Stay secure.Cyber criminals often...
01/10/2026

October is Cyber Security Action Month, and this year’s theme is simple:

Take a second. Stay secure.

Cyber criminals often rely on urgency, distraction and people acting before they have a chance to think.

An unexpected invoice.
A password reset email.
A request to change bank details.
A link that needs to be clicked “immediately”.

Sometimes, taking just a second to stop and verify can be the difference between an attempted attack and a successful one.

But cyber security action isn’t only about avoiding suspicious emails.

This month is also a good opportunity for businesses to take a second and ask:

• Are our systems and applications up to date?
• Is MFA enabled wherever possible?
• Are our backups working and regularly tested?
• Do our staff know how to recognise and report something suspicious?
• Do we know who has access to our important systems and data?
• If something happened tomorrow, would we know what to do?

You don’t need to fix everything at once.

Pick one area. Understand where you are today. Take a practical step to improve it.

At PECyber, we work with Australian organisations to turn cyber security awareness into action through security assessments, Essential Eight uplift, cyber security awareness training, cloud security reviews and ongoing vCISO support.

This October, take a second and take an action.

Learn more about Cyber Security Action Month and access the Australian Government campaign resources through the National Office of Cyber Security.

PECyber is heading to CyberCon 2026.We’re looking forward to connecting with the Australian cyber community, hearing wha...
25/09/2026

PECyber is heading to CyberCon 2026.

We’re looking forward to connecting with the Australian cyber community, hearing what’s front of mind across the industry, and joining the conversations around cyber security, resilience and AI.

If you’re heading along too, let us know. We’d love to catch up while we’re there.

See you at CyberCon 2026!

Would your team spot the phishing email?Cyber attacks do not always start with sophisticated hacking. Sometimes they sta...
23/09/2026

Would your team spot the phishing email?

Cyber attacks do not always start with sophisticated hacking. Sometimes they start with one convincing email, one reused password, or one rushed click.

PECyber helps Australian businesses build stronger security awareness with:

• Regular cyber security awareness training
• Phishing simulation campaigns
• Security awareness resources for staff
• Monthly reporting and insights
• Practical support to improve identified gaps

And if awareness training highlights bigger issues, we can help there too.

From cyber security health checks and Microsoft 365 reviews through to Essential Eight assessments, risk assessments and vCISO support.

Cyber awareness is just the start.

Protect your people. Understand your gaps. Improve your security.

Learn more at pecyber.com.au

Good security guidance starts with the work people actually do.Staff should know how to spot suspicious emails, handle p...
14/09/2026

Good security guidance starts with the work people actually do.

Staff should know how to spot suspicious emails, handle password requests, question unexpected invoices and report mistakes.

PECyber can help define the topics, prepare guidance and deliver staff awareness training. We can also review the program over time to identify gaps and update it as the organisation changes.

Awareness is not a one-off exercise. It needs to keep up with changes to people, systems and suppliers.

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