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.AU Security Focus in Behind the Dot

chris

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For anyone that wants some evening reading about .AU security, the February issue of "Behind the Dot" from AusRegistry has some good content you'll be interested in:

  • An in-depth examination of the function and importance of DNSSEC
  • CERT Australia Technical Director, Dr Jason Smith gives us his views on cyber security issues affecting critical infrastructure
  • Bruce Matthews, Cyber Security Manager at the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) provides an overview of the Australian Internet Security Initiative
  • Robert Schischka of nic.at, the Registry for the Austrian country code Top-Level Domain, offers an international perspective on DNSSEC
  • A close look at some of the major global brands that have been threatened by hijackers
  • Security risks to individual domain name Registrants and how to address them

In particular, this is good practical advice:

5 tips to prevent domain name hijacks
1. Ensure all employees in your business are security conscious and aware of tactics like phishing which are used by cyber criminals to access confidential information.
2. Introduce an Information Security Management Framework (ISMF) and make sure your domain names are included.
3. Employ best practice password management for your Registrar account. This includes using a password manager, enacting two-factor authentication (where possible) and using complex passwords that are at least 8 characters long and include passphrases.
4. Keep domain name records up to date. Many domain names have contact details where the contact person has left the organisation.
5. Ask your Registrar questions about security and how they can help you secure your domain names.

I know it doesn't sound complex, but all too often overlooked!

You can find the whole report here:

http://www.ausregistry.com.au/research-au
 

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