Business update · Source published: 2026-08-31
One-minute answer
A parliamentary select committee on cyber security for small to medium sized businesses and organisations is surveying business owners about cyber security challenges, barriers to protecting their businesses and the support they need.
Who this affects
Small business owners in NSW, Australia.
Potential business impact
An opportunity to reflect on experiences with cyber threats like phishing, ransomware, and business email compromise, and to have these requirements for government support considered in policy development.
General matter to check
Check eligibility to participate in the parliamentary survey and review the Commissioner’s guide on preventing phishing and false invoicing.
A discussion checklist for business security
Contributing to a survey is different from reviewing your security. Consider both payment handoffs and how work could recover after a disruption.
| Area | Question to consider |
|---|---|
| Invoices and payments | Who verifies changed bank details using a contact channel already known to the business? |
| Access | Who reviews business-account permissions and access for departing staff? |
| Recovery and support | Where would you find recovery procedures and support contacts if data or accounts became unavailable? |
A Hanho editorial worksheet, not a mandatory-document list or an official agency form.
What this article cannot determine
Completing this worksheet is not a security assessment. Consult official guidance and appropriate specialists for incident-specific action.
Check procedures and current status in the official source →
- Status: proposal
- Official source: Have your say on cyber security for small business
A survey is not a security review
Giving feedback does not complete a security assessment. The NSW online-threat guidance covers device updates, multi-factor authentication, secure passphrases and checking fake invoices.
Which product should I buy? This article does not recommend one. The worksheet can reveal unclear ownership or verification procedures to discuss with a trusted IT adviser. Using a remittance provider alone does not prevent impersonation or invoice fraud.
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General information only; not individual advice.