Category: News

Penetration Testing: Why Your Internet-Facing Systems Need a Real-World Security Test Most businesses have firewalls, antivirus and email filtering in place. Many also believe that because they’re using reputable platforms like Microsoft SharePoint or other cloud services, their data is inherently secure. Unfortunately, that’s not how attackers think. If your systems are accessible from the…

Quishing is Evolving: Fancy QR Codes are a Growing Threat With QR codes everywhere, from menus to packages, they’ve become an easy shortcut for users to access information quickly. But with convenience comes risk. A rising threat in the cybersecurity landscape, known as quishing, is evolving in unexpected ways, making it more dangerous than ever…

Meta’s Hidden Study What the Courts Are Saying About Social Media & Mental Health Recent court filings have uncovered a troubling narrative: Meta (the company behind Facebook and Instagram) may have downplayed or even buried its own research showing negative mental health effects, especially among teens. What the Court Case Reveals A deeper dive into…

The Rise of SMS Phishing Why your phone is the new frontline in Cyber-security Cybercriminals follow one simple rule: attack where people are paying the least attention. Right now, that target is your mobile phone. SMS phishing has surged across Australia and globally, becoming one of the fastest-growing cyber threats affecting individuals and businesses alike.…

The Problem With Old WordPress Plugins Your website isn’t just a page on the internet, it’s part of your business. And just like anything valuable, it’s a target. One of the biggest risks to WordPress sites right now comes from something many people overlook: old plugins. A Real Example of What’s Happening Right Now Recently,…

Meta is Using Your Images for AI Social media platforms have become central to our daily lives, but new updates from Meta highlight an important consideration for users: your photos could be used to train AI systems. Meta’s AI and Your Images Meta has confirmed that images uploaded to Facebook and Instagram may be accessed…

Why Technicalities Hosted Servers Outperform AWS for Australian Businesses For many organisations, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has become the default name in cloud hosting. But “industry standard” doesn’t always mean “best fit.”At Technicalities, we specialise in high-performance, fully managed hosted server environments built for reliability, security, and predictable pricing, without the hidden surprises of hyperscale…

Cyber-security Starts with You; Why Smart Habits Matter as Much as Cyber Tools When it comes to cyber-security, businesses often invest in the latest tools, from firewalls and EDR to advanced monitoring systems. These tools are vital, but here’s the truth: no matter how many security layers are in place, they can’t replace common sense…

Future Proofing Your Business IT in 2026 As we approach 2026, the pace of technological change continues to accelerate. Businesses that fail to adapt risk falling behind competitors, while those that strategically plan their IT infrastructure can improve efficiency, security, and long-term growth. Future-proofing your IT isn’t about buying the latest gadgets or software, it’s…

Protecting Against Holiday Season Scams The holiday season is a busy and exciting time for businesses, but it’s also a prime target for cybercriminals. Increased online shopping, end of year invoices, and holiday promotions create the perfect storm for phishing emails, fake delivery notifications, and social engineering attacks. For small and medium-sized businesses, a single…