Security & fraud

If your business is connected to the internet, it's your responsibility to protect your business data and information against unwanted intruders. Sensitive information such as customer details, pricing lists, and personal records can all be stolen, corrupted or even destroyed unless protected properly.

You should ensure that your connection to the internet is secure. Some issues to consider when securing your website are:

working procedures
virus and spyware protection software
firewalls
back up data
using secure passwords.

What to do...

Go to the Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy's website for more about:

E-security for your business (PDF, 0.24 MB) - a brochure to help you understand and manage your online security.
Trusting the Internet - understand the key issues of internet security.
Internet security essentials for small business - things you need to know and do to operate safely online.
Phishing - don't take the bait - don't get caught by fraudulent email messages.

See OzNetLaw for information about internet security.

Browse the Stay Smart Online website for information about electronic security.
Visit Scamwatch.gov.au for advice on how to protect yourself and your business.
Australian Securities & Investments Commission's Fido website for information on fraud and safety checks on internet and electronic transactions.
Find out about security and fraud in your state or territory.