e-security bolstered with private sector participation

In a joint media release today, Attorney-General Robert McClelland and Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy, announced the first outcomes from the E-Security Review 2008.

“The Prime Minister’s National Security Statement recognised that e-security is one of the Government’s top national security priorities. New online threats are emerging and it’s imperative that we take steps to protect critical e-infrastructure,” Mr McClelland said.

The Review made a number of recommendations, including:

The development of closer relationships between the Commonwealth and the private sector in the area of e-security;

Improved engagement with Internet service providers (ISPs) to help create a “security culture” amongst Australian Internet users; and

Building international partnerships on e-security to promote awareness, marshal expertise, and eliminate safe havens for cyber criminals.

In response to the Review, the Australian Government Computer Emergency Readiness Team (GovCERT.au) will establish trusted information exchanges with the private sector.

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