Cyber security
Alternative labels
Cybersecurity
Information technology security measures
Internet security
Computer security
Briefing paper
Australians worried about privacy risks, strongly support privacy reforms
This paper reports on the results of a survey of Australian voters on digital regulation. Findings indicated Australians are significantly anxious about a range of privacy and data protection issues and strongly support reforms to strengthen tech regulation.
Strategy
Digital and Cyber Security Strategy 2024–26
This strategy outlines Treasury’s strategic priorities to: empower employees in the adoption and usage of our secure, digital solutions; continuously refine and improve these solutions based on Treasury’s needs; and stay agile and responsive to digital challenges and opportunities.
Discussion paper
Crowdsourcing an Australian cyber intelligence and information militia
This discussion paper seeks to canvass options for an Australian ‘cyber intelligence and information militia’. The discussion is focused on structural and organisational issues regarding such a body, as well as the roles it can play, the risks involved and the key legal considerations.
Report
The use of AI for improving energy security
Electricity systems around the world are under pressure due to aging infrastructure, rising demand for electricity and the need to decarbonise energy supplies at pace. The aim of this study was to provide insight into the state of artificial intelligence applications for the power grid, and the associated risks and opportunities.
Report
Key concepts and current technical trends in cryptography for policy makers
Cryptography is the collection of secure information and communication techniques employing mathematical concepts and algorithms used to disguise the content of messages. This report introduces cryptography to policymakers and includes key concepts such as symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, public key infrastructure, and end-to-end encryption.