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SSO-AL2012-004 - Fraudulent PDF software and Google Earth tools
A number of fradulent emails have been circulating recently advertising alternative PDF software and Google Earth tools.


SSO-AD2012-001 - Mozilla releases version 10.0 of Firefox and Thunderbird
Mozilla has released an updated version of Firefox and Thunderbird correcting a number of vulnerabilities.


SSO-NL2012-001 - Newsletter - Secure browsing for social networks, uninstalling old programs, and more
This month's newsletter will cover how to enable secure web browsing on social networks Facebook and Twitter, how to uninstall old, unused or out-of-date programs from your computer, a tool which makes it easier to keep windows based computer's software up to date, and a warning regarding unsolicited technical support phone calls often purporting to be from Microsoft.


SSO-AD2011-041 - Mozilla releases version 9.0.1 of Firefox and Thunderbird
Mozilla has released an updated version of Firefox and Thunderbird correcting a number of vulnerabilities.


What's new in cyber security? 3 new initiatives



SSO-AL2011-032 - Adobe Reader and Acrobat security updates
Adobe has released a security update for Windows versions of Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat


SSO-NL2011-012 - Newsletter - URL typo's and a JB HI-FI Facebook scam
This month's newsletter will cover recent URL typo "competitions" and a Facebook scam.


SSO-AL2011-030 - Malicious spam emails pretending to be from the Australia Taxation Office
Malicious spam email messages are circulating, pretending to be from the Australia Taxation Office


SSO-NL2011-011 - Newsletter - Short URL services and Memorable Phrase
This month's newsletter covers URL shortening services and looks at what the memorable phrase is used for in emails.


SSO-AD2011-039 - Update for Adobe Flash
Adobe has released a security update for Adobe Flash Player


SSO-AD2011-036 - Mozilla releases version 8.0 of Firefox and Thunderbird
Mozilla has released an updated version of Firefox and Thunderbird correcting a number of vulnerabilities.


SSO-AD2011-035 - Updates for Adobe Shockwave
Adobe Shockwave update for Mac and Windows corrects a security vulnerability


SSO-AL2011-028 - QuickTime 7.7.1 Fixes Multiple Security Bugs
Apple have released QuickTime 7.7.1


SSO-NL2011-010 - Newsletter - Recent email scams affecting Australians
This month's newsletter will cover a number of recent malicious email scams which affect Australians, and the dangers associated with opening email attachments from senders you do not know or trust.


SSO-AD2011-029 - Fake emails pretending to be from the Department of Broadband
Fake emails pretending to be from the Department of Broadband are circulating which are designed to trick users into visiting a website.


SSO-AD2011-028 - Mozilla releases version 7.0 of Firefox and Thunderbird
Mozilla has released an updated version of Firefox and Thunderbird correcting a number of critical vulnerabilities.


SSO-AL2011-027 - Update for Adobe Flash
Adobe has released a security update for Adobe Flash Player


SSO-AL2011-026 - Potentially malicious spam emails pretending to from Australia Post
Potentially malicious spam emails are circulating pretending to from Australia Post


SSO-AL2011-025 - Potentially malicious spam emails are circulating about the ATO
Potentially malicious spam emails are circulating claiming to be from the ATO


SSO-AL2011-024 - Adobe Reader and Acrobat security updates
Adobe has released a security update for all supported versions of Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat


SSO-AD2011-027 - Microsoft Patches for September 2011
Microsoft updates for September 2011 have been released. They address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products.


SSO-NL2011-009 - Newsletter - Three simple security tips
Three simple security tips or rules that will help to keep your computer safe and free from malicious software that an anti-virus software product may not be able to detect.


SSO-AL2011-023 - Potentially malicious spam emails are circulating
Software and platforms affected The following operating system platforms: Windows (any version) What is the problem? Various spam emails are circulating which are designed to infect your computer with a program (malware) that could steal your pass...


SSO-AD2011-026 - Mozilla releases version 6.0 of Firefox and Thunderbird
Mozilla has released an updated version of Firefox and Thunderbird correcting a number of critical vulnerabilities.


SSO-NL2011-008 - Newsletter - Avoiding scams on Social Media
This month's newsletter discusses online scams using social media sites such as Facebook.


SSO-AL2011-022 - Updates for Adobe AIR, Flash and Shockwave and Photoshop CS5
Adobe updates for August 2011


SSO-AL2011-021 - Microsoft Patches for August 2011
Microsoft updates for August 2011 have been released. They address vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products.


SSO-AL2011-020 - New malicious messsages are circulating on Twitter
Software and platform affected None What is the problem? New malicious messsages or "tweets" are circulating on Twitter. These messages which encourage users to sign up to a website to make money, also contain a link which, when opened, wi...


SSO-AL2011-019 - Aldi External 4-in-1 Hard Drive, DVD, USB and Card Reader Device may contain malware
Hardware and platform/s affected The following hardware is affected Aldi External 4-in-1 Hard Drive, DVD, USB and Card Reader for the following operating system platform/s: Microsoft Windows What is the problem? Aldi stores are currently selling ...


SSO-AL2011-018 - Scam phone calls informing you of a virus or wanting to install remote access software
There has been an increase in reports of scammers ringing potential victims to persuade them to install remote access software on their computers.


SSO-AD2011-024 - Apple iOS updates 4.3.5 and 4.2.10 are available
Updates are available for Apple iOS on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.


SSO-AD2011-022 - Apple iOS updates 4.3.4 and 4.2.9 are available
Updates are available for Apple iOS on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.


SSO-NL2011-007 - Newsletter - Using a password manager to keep your passwords secure
This month's newsletter focuses on password managers, programs that make it easier for you to create and use strong, unique passwords for your online accounts.


SSO-AL2011-016 - Fraudulent tax refund email
Fraudulent emails, purporting to be from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) are currently circulating. You should not reply to the fraudulent message, nor click on any links in it.


SSO-AD2011-018 - Attacks on companies affect customers



SSO-AD2011-017 - Updates for Adobe Reader, Acrobat, Flash and Shockwave



SSO-NL2011-006 - Newsletter - how search engine results can be abused to your detriment
This month's newsletter explains how computer search engine results can be manipulated to fool people into clicking on links to malicious web sites and explains what you can do to protect yourself from this type of attack.


Microsoft Patches for June 2011
Microsoft updates for June 2011 have been released. They address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Server and Microsoft Office products.


SSO-AL2011-015 - New fraudulent emails about e-Tax
Software and platform affected None. What is the problem? New fraudulent emails are circulating which pretend to be from the Australian Tax Office. Using social engineering tricks the criminals behind these emails try to trick you into providing ...


SSO-AD2011-016 - Security update available for Adobe Flash Player



National Cyber Security Awareness Week 30 May to 3 June 2011
National Cyber Security Awareness Week is an annual Australian Government initiative held in partnership with industry, community and consumer groups, and all levels of governments. It is designed to raise awareness among Australian internet users of cyber security risks and simple steps they can take to protect their personal and financial information online.


Factsheet 29 - Securing the Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 web browser
Securing the Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 web browser (File size: 276Kb)


SSO-AL2011-014 - Fake Westpac emails may lead to identity theft
Fraudulent emails purporting to be from Westpac Bank are currently circulating.


SSO-NL2011-005 - Newsletter - Anti-virus Product Comparison
This month's newsletter provides advice about anti-virus software. It looks at the best performers (according to independent studies), and helps you understand their limitations.


SSO-AL2011-013 - Security update available for Adobe Flash Player
Adobe have released an update for Flash Player, correcting software bugs


SSO-AL2011-012 - Microsoft Patches for May 2011
Microsoft updates for May 2011 have been released. They address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Server and Microsoft Office products.


SSO-AL2011-011 - Clarification of Adobe Reader X bugs for Windows
Software and platforms affected The following software is affected:                 Adobe Reader X (10.0.1) and earlier versions for Microsoft Windows What is the problem? T...


SSO-AD2011-012 - Adobe Reader and Acrobat
Software and platforms affected The following software is affected Adobe Reader 9.4.3 and earlier for Windows and Macintosh Adobe Reader X (10.0.2) and earlier versions for Macintosh Adobe Acrobat 9.4.3 and earlier for Windows and Macintosh Adobe ...


SSO-AD2011-010 - Safari 5.0.5 released correcting multiple bugs



SSO-AL2011-010 - Microsoft Patches for April 2011
Software (or Hardware) and platform affected The following software is affected Windows (all versions) Microsoft Internet Explorer (all versions) Microsoft Office (all versions) Microsoft Visual Studio (all versions) for the following operating s...