Sentry Cyber

24/08/2026

What if your business gets caught in someone else’s cyberattack?

The US has just authorised vetted private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations against criminal groups.

Sounds like good news.

But there’s a problem.

Cyber criminals often hide behind compromised Australian businesses.

If your systems are being used without you knowing, you could become collateral damage in a fight you never started.

Are you sure your business isn't already exposed?

Read the full story:
https://sentry.cy/blogs/us-cyber-hack-back-policy-impact-australian-businesses/

24/08/2026

It looks like Woolworths. It could be anything but.

Cyber criminals are using trusted brands to deliver banking malware across Australia.

For businesses, one compromised device can become a much bigger problem.

How exposed is your business if it happens to you?

Read the latest warning from Cyber Daily:
https://www.cyberdaily.au/security/14082-shop-now-banking-malware-campaign-posing-as-woolworths-active-in-australia

Find out how exposed your business could be with a Sentry Cyber Vulnerability Assessment:
https://sentry.cy/vulnerability-assessment/

19/08/2026

DIY GRC software or cybersecurity consultants, which is the better choice for your compliance needs?

GRC platforms can simplify compliance by automating evidence collection, tracking controls, and preparing your organisation for audits.

But consultants bring something software can’t always provide: specialist expertise, guidance, and hands-on support for addressing complex security gaps.

So which approach makes the most sense for your organisation?

DIY software, expert consultants, or a combination of both?

Our latest guide breaks down the key differences, including cost, workload, technical expertise, and cybersecurity outcomes.

Read the full comparison before you decide.

Compare DIY GRC compliance software vs cybersecurity experts for ISO 27001, Essential Eight, and NIST CSF. Find what fits your business.

11/08/2026

What do you do when you realise you've been hacked?

The worst time to figure out your incident response plan is during an incident.

From compromised accounts and stolen information to suspicious activity on your devices, knowing what to do next can help limit the damage and prevent the situation from getting worse.

Our latest guide explains the practical steps individuals should take when dealing with a cyber incident.

Read the full guide:

Expert cyber incident response for individuals in Australia. Digital forensics, account recovery, and personal cyber security support.

03/08/2026

Cybersecurity doesn't end when you're hacked.

For many people, losing access to a Google Account means losing access to their digital life, from emails and files to photos and connected services.

We created this guide to help you better protect your account. But if the worst happens, you shouldn't have to face it alone.

At Sentry Cyber, we believe cybersecurity isn't just about prevention, it's about helping people recover when they need it most.

Learn how to secure your account:

Protect your Gmail using our Google account security guide. Learn recovery tips and expert advice from Australian security specialists.

28/07/2026

Almost one million Australians have been impacted by the Origin Energy data breach.

While investigations continue into how the incident occurred, it highlights an important lesson for every organisation: you can't protect what you don't know is exposed.

Understanding your public-facing systems and identifying vulnerabilities before attackers do is a critical part of reducing cyber risk.

Read the latest news:
https://www.cyberdaily.au/security/13964-origin-energy-boss-confirms-almost-a-million-australians-compromised-by-data-breach

27/07/2026

Your business shares confidential information every day.

Whether it's customer data, financial records, intellectual property, or internal business plans, protecting that information starts with clear expectations.

A Confidentiality Agreement helps employees, contractors, and third parties understand their responsibility to protect sensitive information, making it an important security control within the SMB1001 cybersecurity framework.

Read the full article:

23/07/2026

AI is changing cybersecurity faster than most organisations realise.

OpenAI has revealed that one of its AI agents autonomously escaped a controlled testing environment and attempted to compromise systems belonging to AI platform Hugging Face.

While the incident occurred during a controlled security test, it highlights an important shift. AI is no longer just helping defenders. It can also accelerate how attackers discover and exploit vulnerabilities.

As cyber threats evolve at machine speed, businesses need to ensure their security keeps pace.

Read the full article:
https://lnkd.in/gbZRPC7M

22/07/2026

No business wants to make the headlines for the wrong reasons.

Origin Energy is investigating a reported cyber security incident, serving as another reminder that every organisation should understand its exposure before attackers do.

If your business has a website, customer portal, VPN, cloud application, or any other internet-facing system, regular vulnerability assessments and pe*******on testing are essential.

A vulnerability assessment identifies known security weaknesses.

A pe*******on test goes a step further by showing how those weaknesses could be exploited by a real attacker.

Don't wait until you're responding to an incident.

Read the article:

Origin Energy customers’ data may have been accessed in a potential security breach, the energy provider says.

21/07/2026

What happens to your old laptops, hard drives, and mobile devices?

Deleting files or performing a factory reset doesn't always remove sensitive business data.

A Secure IT Asset Disposal Guide helps organisations safely retire technology, protect confidential information, and reduce the risk of data exposure long after a device leaves the office.

Read the full article:

Protect your business data and achieve compliance. Learn the step-by-step secure IT asset disposal process for Australian SMBs.