Tech Talks With Kinsoft

Tech Talks With Kinsoft

por Steven Kinnas

Noticias de tecnología Tecnología

Benedict Industries: Quarry Operations and 2025 Cyber Security Incident

This episode examines the October 2025 cyberattack on Benedict Industries, a prominent Australian recycling and resource company. While the firm maintains rigorous Air Quality Management Plans to mitigate physical dust emissions from its sand and soil extraction operations, they recently struggled to contain a digital breach. The hacking group INC Ransom claimed responsibility, allegedly exfiltrating 270GB of sensitive data, including payroll records, HR files, and workplace incident reports. We discuss the impact of this ransomware incident, contrasting the company’s strict environmental compliance efforts with the challenges of protecting employee privacy against digital extortion

How many VETtrak customers were affected by the October cyberattack?

Join the hosts of Tech Talks with Kinsoft as they discuss the significant cyber incident affecting ReadyTech’s VETtrak system in October 2025. This episode examines the breach that resulted in over 13,000 files appearing on the dark web and the subsequent NSW Supreme Court injunction restricting access to the data. We also explore the impact on education providers like VACCHO and the importance of Australia's Notifiable Data Breaches scheme for organizational compliance. Visit www.kinsoft.com.au to discuss your security and IT needs.

Lynx Ransomware Targets CBS Tasmania: “Ethical” Claims vs. Reality

Join us on Tech Talks with Kinsoft as we examine the recent cyberattack on Community Based Support (CBS) Tasmania,. In October 2025, the Lynx ransomware gang targeted this aged-care non-profit, allegedly exposing staff and limited client data despite the group’s claims that they avoid targeting such sectors,,. We discuss CBS’s swift response to contain the incident and maintain operations, while highlighting the broader surge of ransomware threats in 2025,. To discuss your own security and IT needs, please visit www.kinsoft.com.au

Degree Revoked: Inside the Western Sydney University Supply Chain Breach

Welcome to Tech Talks with Kinsoft, where we explore the critical shifts in the cybersecurity landscape. In this episode, we analyze the sophisticated cyberattack on Western Sydney University in late 2025, where fraudulent emails caused mass panic by falsely claiming students' degrees had been revoked,. We unpack how a complex supply chain breach involving third-party providers allowed attackers to infiltrate student management systems and weaponize stolen personal data against the university community,. Join us as we discuss the vital lessons for data protection in the education sector. To discuss your security and IT needs, visit www.kinsoft.com.au.

IINET Data Breach august 2025

Join us on Tech Talks with Kinsoft as we examine the significant cyberattack striking Australian ISP iiNet, which exposed the data of over 280,000 customers,. We discuss how an unknown third party utilized compromised employee credentials to infiltrate the order management system, extracting contact details and 1,700 modem passwords,,. This episode covers the resulting risks of sophisticated phishing campaigns and the broader security challenges facing the telecommunications sector,. Visit www.kinsoft.com.au to discuss your security and IT needs.

Metricon Homes Ransomware Attack and Orange France System Breach

This episode of Tech Talks with Kinsoft covers the 31st July 2025 Cyber Update, highlighting two major incidents. Metricon Homes, Australia's largest home builder, confirmed a Qilin ransomware attack, which exposed 128GB of sensitive data, including financial documents and architectural plans. The Qilin operation, active since August 2022, is the third-most active ransomware group globally. Concurrently, Orange France detected a cyberattack on its internal systems, disrupting services for its 290 million customers and raising concerns about potential state-sponsored threats targeting telecommunications infrastructure. These events underscore critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.

Ransomware Attack on United Australia Party and Trumpet of Patriots

Welcome to Tech Talks with Kinsoft! In this episode, your hosts discuss the pressing issue of data breaches in Australia. We explore the recent ransomware attack affecting Clive Palmer's United Australia Party and Trumpet of Patriots, where sensitive personal information, including banking records, contact details, and employment history, was potentially compromised. This incident underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity. We'll delve into the implications of such breaches and the importance of strong IT security measures for all organizations. For further discussion on your security and IT needs, please visit www.kinsoft.com.au

Luxury Brands Under Siege: Data Breaches Widespread

Welcome to Tech Talks with Kinsoft, where we explore the alarming interconnectedness of recent high-profile data breaches. Discover how luxury brands like Chanel and LVMH (Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Tiffany & Co.) were impacted by coordinated cyber campaigns, often via third-party Salesforce instances. We'll delve into the methods of the ShinyHunters extortion group, linked to global incidents affecting customers in the US, UK, South Korea, Turkey, Australia, and more. Learn about the sophisticated social engineering tactics used to compromise sensitive data. Visit www.kinsoft.com.au to discuss your security and IT needs.

Australian Super Fund Cyberattack: Prevention and Response

Welcome to Tech Talks with Kinsoft! This podcast explores crucial cybersecurity issues impacting your financial security. We delve into the recent major cyberattack on Australian super funds, including AustralianSuper, where hackers used credential stuffing and exploited the lack of multi-factor authentication (MFA), resulting in significant financial losses. Learn how such breaches jeopardize retirement savings and what practical steps you can take to protect your accounts, such as using strong, unique passwords and enabling MFA. Tune in for insights on safeguarding your data and why robust IT security is more vital than ever. For your security and IT needs, visit www.kinsoft.com.au.

Hertz 2025 Data breach

In this episode, we delve into the Hertz data breach, impacting customers across the US, Canada, UK, EU, and Australia. The breach, confirmed by Hertz on February 10, 2025, stemmed from zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in October and December 2024 within Cleo’s file transfer platform, a third-party vendor used by Hertz. Compromised data includes driver's licenses, payment card information, and passports, along with names, contact details, and dates of birth. Hertz has offered two years of identity monitoring services through Kroll to affected individuals, highlighting critical supply chain security risks for all businesses

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