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Welcome to the Essential Eight

In today’s interconnected world, prioritizing cybersecurity is a must for every business. That’s why the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) developed the Essential 8 (E8), a set of security controls designed to protect your business from cyber threats. These controls are more than just effective—they’re essential. According to the ACSC, implementing the E8 could have prevented or substantially reduced the damage from 84% of cyberattacks.
The E8 provides comprehensive, layered protection for your organization’s IT infrastructure. Each control, from patching applications to implementing multi-factor authentication, is part of an overarching approach to cybersecurity. The E8 isn’t just a checklist—it represents various levels of cyber defense maturity that allow your business to improve its protections over time.

Many of our services are designed to align your business with the E8 controls, giving you a robust start on your journey towards superior cybersecurity. As you’re about to discover, each control in the E8 isn’t just about securing your systems—it’s about aligning with industry best practices for a solid defense.

Understanding the Essential Eight

Application Control
Keep your digital domain secure by allowing only trusted software to run, shutting the door on malicious applications.
Patch Applications
Continually update your applications to shield against the newest cyber threats, reinforcing your digital defenses.
Configure Microsoft Office Macro Settings
Secure your Office suite by controlling macro settings, preventing harmful scripts from compromising your workflow.
User Application Hardening
Minimize security risks by deactivating unnecessary application features, closing potential entry points for cyber-attacks.
Restrict Administrative Privileges
Limit system access to essential personnel, reducing the chance of internal threats and data breaches.
Patch Operating Systems
Regularly update your control center—your operating system—to fortify it against cyber vulnerabilities.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Add an extra security checkpoint with MFA to ensure that only authorized users can access your systems.
Regular Backups
Safeguard your data with frequent backups, allowing you to recover quickly from disruptions and maintain business operations.

Our Approach

Real-Time Assessment & Tailored Roadmaps

In a dynamic landscape, our real-time assessment tools and expert consulting converge to give you an accurate cybersecurity maturity snapshot and a clear, actionable path forward.

Rapidly identify and address vulnerabilities with an actionable compliance roadmap.
Gain critical visibility with high-level reporting tailored for decision-makers.
Leverage automated solutions to reduce the overheads of cybersecurity management.

Ready to Advance Your Cybersecurity?

Your journey to resilient cyber defences begins here. Contact us for a comprehensive assessment of your Essential Eight maturity and a strategic roadmap to robust cybersecurity governance.