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ACSC Essential 8 and strategies.

Eight areas that help strengthen your cyber security

Application Control.

Control which applications are allowed to run within your environment, helping reduce the risk of unauthorised or malicious software.

Patch Applications.

Keep business applications updated so known security vulnerabilities can be addressed promptly.

Configure Microsoft Office Macros.

Limit potentially dangerous macros and reduce the risk of malicious content being executed through Microsoft Office documents.

User Application Hardening.

Configure applications such as web browsers and Microsoft Office to reduce unnecessary functionality that attackers could exploit.

Restrict Administrative Privileges.

Limit administrator access so employees and applications only receive elevated permissions when they genuinely require them.

Patch Operating Systems.

Keep Windows and other supported operating systems updated to address known vulnerabilities.

Multi-Factor Authentication.

Require additional verification for important accounts and systems so a stolen password alone is less likely to provide access.

Regular Backups.

Maintain appropriate backups of important information, software and configuration data so systems can be recovered when required.

How can we assist with the Essential Eight?

Tailored cybersecurity solutions

Security controls are matched to the systems, risks and needs of your business.

Working alongside your team

We work with you to strengthen your cyber defences and reduce potential risks.

Essential Eight expertise

Our specialists bring the industry knowledge to implement each strategy effectively.

Comprehensive risk assessments

We identify gaps in your environment before deploying robust security controls.

A strategy for each area

We develop and implement a plan for every one of the eight mitigation strategies.

Ongoing review and improvement

Controls are reviewed over time so your protection keeps pace with new threats.

Application control and patching

Only approved applications run, and applications and operating systems stay patched.

Regular, tested backups

We set up and test backups so important data can be restored after an incident.

Maturity level planning

We help you choose a target maturity level and map out the steps to reach it.

Not sure where your business currently stands?

An Essential Eight assessment can help identify your current security maturity, highlight gaps and establish practical priorities for improvement.

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Frequently Asked Questions.

What is the ACSC Essential Eight?
The ACSC Essential Eight is a set of strategies recommended by the Australian Cyber Security Centre to mitigate cybersecurity threats effectively.
How does the Essential Eight protect my business?
These strategies are designed to layer multiple defensive mechanisms to protect your systems from a variety of cyber threats, ensuring your business's digital integrity.
Why is it important to implement all eight strategies?
Each strategy covers a different aspect of security, and together, they provide comprehensive protection against diverse threats.
How often should the Essential Eight measures be reviewed?
Security is dynamic, so regular reviews are necessary to ensure the measures are effective and current against new threats.
Can you customise the Essential Eight implementation for small businesses?
Absolutely. The services are tailored to meet the needs and scale of different organisations, ensuring small businesses can implement effective cybersecurity measures without unnecessary complexity.

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