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Diagnosing Cyber Risks: The Rise of Cyber Attacks in the Healthcare Industry

Simone Brew, Principal and Gigi Au, Senior Associate of Matthews Folbigg Lawyers

It is undeniable that cyber-attacks are currently one of the biggest threats to the healthcare industry. You only need to look as far as the latest headlines that set out the unsettling details of data breaches affecting even the biggest businesses in the industry, such as Medibank and MediSecure. What is it about the healthcare industry that makes it a prime target for cybercriminals and what can be done to mitigate the risks? [...]  READ MORE →

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Holiday Hacks: Cybersecurity tips for a safe and secure holiday season

Simone Brew, Principal and Gigi Au, Senior Associate of Matthews Folbigg Lawyers

As we approach the end of the year and staff begin to take a much-needed break for the holiday season, it is essential to stay vigilant about cyber security risks.

The Increase in Cyber Attacks over the Holiday Season:

In 2021, Cisco identified in their Cyber Security Threat Trends report that phishing attacks had a 52% increase during the holiday period. There are numerous reasons why we see spikes in cyber attacks over the holidays. [...]  READ MORE →

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Australia’s battle against ransomware: the Cyber Security Bill 2024

Introduction

In an increasingly digital world, the prevalence of cyber threats has prompted governments worldwide to strengthen their legislative frameworks in the particular area of ransomware threat. In response, the Australian Government has introduced the Cyber Security Bill 2024 (“the Bill”), which aims to regulate and bring transparency to ransomware payments, among other reforms. Ransomware, described as the “most destructive cybercrime threat in 2022-23,” operates by encrypting files, devices, and networks, rendering them inaccessible until a ransom is paid.[1] In many cases, even after a ransom payment has been made, victims of ransomware attacks may still be unable to recover their data.[2] [...]  READ MORE →

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Under the Radar: The Hidden Risks of AI Use in the Workplace

By Simone Brew, Principal & Gigi Au, Senior Associate of Matthews Folbigg Lawyers

The growth of generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) has been unprecedented over the past few years, with millions of users all over the world seeking assistance with educational, professional, and personal tasks. However, as our reliance on generative AI tools continues to grow, it is important to understand the impact its use could have on our workplaces and our professional careers.

The use of AI by legal professionals was explored in the recently released ‘Tech, AI and the Law’ report by Thomson Reuters as an innovative way to improve efficiency and save time. In a survey conducted for the report, of the 869 legal professionals sampled: [...]  READ MORE →