Australia had a record year of data breaches, these sectors were hit hardest

Australia had a record year of data breaches, these sectors were hit hardest

Last year marked the highest number of reported data breaches since monitoring began in 2018.

OAIC Reports Highest Australian Data Breaches In 2024

Australia witnessed a hoard of data breach in 2024, with over 1,100 incidents reported to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC). The figures, released in the OAIC Reports—specifically the Notifiable Data Breaches Report: July to December 2024—highlight a 25% increase in data breach notifications compared to 2023. According to the OAIC, a total of 1,113 data breaches were reported in 2024 — the highest since the Notifiable …

Australian telecoms face data security & access challenges

Research reveals 46% of Australian telecom professionals struggle with data security despite tech advances, risking customer trust and operational efficiency.