Menu

  • Alerts
  • Incidents
  • News
  • APTs
  • Cyber Decoded
  • Cyber Hygiene
  • Cyber Review
  • Cyber Tips
  • Definitions
  • Malware
  • Threat Actors
  • Tutorials

Useful Tools

  • Password generator
  • Report an incident
  • Report to authorities
No Result
View All Result
CTF Hack Havoc
CyberMaterial
  • Education
    • Cyber Decoded
    • Definitions
  • Information
    • Alerts
    • Incidents
    • News
  • Insights
    • Cyber Hygiene
    • Cyber Review
    • Tips
    • Tutorials
  • Support
    • Contact Us
    • Report an incident
  • About
    • About Us
    • Advertise with us
Get Help
Hall of Hacks
  • Education
    • Cyber Decoded
    • Definitions
  • Information
    • Alerts
    • Incidents
    • News
  • Insights
    • Cyber Hygiene
    • Cyber Review
    • Tips
    • Tutorials
  • Support
    • Contact Us
    • Report an incident
  • About
    • About Us
    • Advertise with us
Get Help
No Result
View All Result
Hall of Hacks
CyberMaterial
No Result
View All Result
Home Incidents

Evolution Mining Hit With Cyberattack

August 12, 2024
Reading Time: 2 mins read
in Incidents
Evolution Mining Hit With Cyberattack

On August 12, 2024, Evolution Mining Limited, one of Australia’s prominent gold mining firms, disclosed that it was targeted by a significant cyberattack. The breach was detected last week, amid a series of cyber incidents affecting various Australian organizations. Evolution Mining reported that the security breach had been contained, and the company does not anticipate a material impact on its ongoing operations. Despite this assurance, the incident highlights growing concerns about cybersecurity resilience in Australia.

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has been notified about the breach, but Evolution Mining has been reticent with details about the attack’s specifics. The ACSC has not received extensive information, which has prompted further scrutiny into the incident. This breach follows a troubling trend of increased cyberattacks on Australian companies, revealing the sector’s vulnerability to sophisticated cyber threats. With Australia’s cybersecurity industry grappling with limited resources and a rapidly evolving threat landscape, incidents like these underscore the urgent need for enhanced defensive measures.

In response to the rising threat levels, the Australian government has taken steps to strengthen its cybersecurity framework. Recent initiatives include increased funding for law enforcement agencies and mandatory reporting requirements for cybersecurity incidents. These measures are part of a broader effort to fortify national defenses and improve the country’s capability to respond effectively to cyber threats. However, the continued frequency and severity of cyberattacks, including those targeting major entities like Optus, Woolworths, and Medibank, indicate that more robust actions may be needed.

The ACSC’s annual report reveals that cybercrime reports in Australia surged by nearly 25% over the past year, with the average cost to victims increasing by 14%. This rising trend of cyberattacks highlights the pressing need for both public and private sectors to invest in advanced cybersecurity technologies and practices. The Evolution Mining incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of maintaining strong cybersecurity defenses to protect sensitive information and ensure the continuity of operations in an increasingly hostile digital environment.

Reference:

  • ASX Announcement
Tags: August 2024AustraliaBreachcyber incidentsCyber Incidents 2024Cyber threatsEvolution MiningMiningRansomware
ADVERTISEMENT

Related Posts

Toys R Us Canada Data Breach Alert

Toys R Us Canada Data Breach Alert

October 24, 2025
Toys R Us Canada Data Breach Alert

Hackers Breach Verstappen Data

October 24, 2025
Toys R Us Canada Data Breach Alert

Shaq Range Rover Stolen After Hack

October 24, 2025
Ransomware Hits Jewett Cameron

Ransomware Hits Jewett Cameron

October 23, 2025
Ransomware Hits Jewett Cameron

Salt Typhoon Hacks European Telecom

October 23, 2025
Union Cyberattack Raises Concerns

JFL Loses 800K Weekly After Hack

October 23, 2025

Latest Alerts

China Hackers Breach Telecom Firm

YouTube Videos Used As Malware Traps

Lazarus Hits European Defense Firms

Gift Card Heist Via Cloud Hackers

MuddyWater Launches Global Spying

Fake Zoom Calls Target Ukraine Aid

Subscribe to our newsletter

    Latest Incidents

    Hackers Breach Verstappen Data

    Toys R Us Canada Data Breach Alert

    Shaq Range Rover Stolen After Hack

    Ransomware Hits Jewett Cameron

    Salt Typhoon Hacks European Telecom

    JFL Loses 800K Weekly After Hack

    CyberMaterial Logo
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Jobs
    • Legal and Privacy Policy
    • Site Map

    © 2025 | CyberMaterial | All rights reserved

    Welcome Back!

    Login to your account below

    Forgotten Password?

    Retrieve your password

    Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

    Log In

    Add New Playlist

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Alerts
    • Incidents
    • News
    • Cyber Decoded
    • Cyber Hygiene
    • Cyber Review
    • Definitions
    • Malware
    • Cyber Tips
    • Tutorials
    • Advanced Persistent Threats
    • Threat Actors
    • Report an incident
    • Password Generator
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise with us

    Copyright © 2025 CyberMaterial