https://cybercx.com.au/resource/dfir-threat-report-2025/
The Australian healthcare sector faced the brunt of cyberattacks in the past year, according to a new report from cybersecurity firm CyberCX.
The report revealed that healthcare accounted for 17% of all cyberattacks in Australia, followed by the financial services sector at 11%. The 2024 MediSecure data breach, impacting over 12 million Australians, stands as a stark reminder of the severity of these attacks.
The report highlights a concerning trend: a significant increase in the time it takes to detect cyber espionage incidents, now averaging over 400 days. This suggests that attackers are becoming more sophisticated and persistent, operating within networks for extended periods.
The report also emphasizes the growing prevalence of financially motivated attacks, with 65% of incidents driven by financial gain.
These findings underscore the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures across all sectors, particularly in healthcare and finance where sensitive data is highly valuable.