Papua New Guinea’s Tax Office Hacked – What You Need to Know!

The Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) of Papua New Guinea has suffered a devastating ransomware attack, shutting down critical systems and exposing major cybersecurity weaknesses. With government agencies and businesses now on high alert, this breach raises urgent questions about cybersecurity in PNG and beyond.

In this episode of the Don't Be A Sitting Duck Podcast, we break down:
✅ How the cyberattack happened and what it means for PNG’s government and businesses
✅ The real security gaps that left PNG’s tax system vulnerable
✅ What businesses must do NOW to protect themselves from ransomware
✅ 10 critical cybersecurity actions PNG’s government must take to prevent future attacks

If you run a business, this is your wake-up call! Discover how to strengthen your defenses and avoid becoming the next cyber victim.

Show notes & free cybersecurity assessment at sittingduck.com.au

Listen now and stay ahead of cyber threats!

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Stay informed. Stay secure. Tune in now to uncover these crucial cybersecurity insights.

Resources & Next Steps:
Check out the show notes and other cybersecurity insights at sittingduck.com.au/podcast
Book your free Empower Systems Assessment at nationalpc.com.au/empower

Until next time—stay safe, stay informed, and don’t be a sitting duck!

In this episode of Don't Be A Sitting Duck, we’re breaking down three major cybersecurity threats that businesses need to be aware of:

CommBank & Telstra’s Fraud Detection Partnership – A new fraud indicator system is set to improve identity theft detection by 25%. Learn how this technology works and what businesses can do to protect themselves from financial fraud.

Valentine’s Day Phishing Scams – Cybercriminals are taking advantage of the holiday season, creating thousands of fake websites and phishing emails designed to steal personal and payment information. We’ll discuss how to spot these scams before they cause harm.

Cybercrime as a National Security Threat – Google warns that cybercrime is evolving into a serious national security risk, with cybercriminals using advanced techniques once reserved for state-sponsored attacks. We’ll explain why businesses need to take this seriously and how to prepare.

I’ll break down what these threats mean for your business and, more importantly, how you can take action to stay protected. Don’t wait until it’s too late—get ahead of these risks now.

Resources & Next Steps:
Check out the show notes and other cybersecurity insights at sittingduck.com.au/podcast
Book your free Empower Systems Assessment at nationalpc.com.au/empower

Until next time—stay safe, stay informed, and don’t be a sitting duck!