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by Sarah McAvoy 11 December 2025
React2Shell is a critical server-side React flaw. This guide explains the risk, who may be exposed and the steps organisations must take to protect systems and data.
by Sarah McAvoy 24 November 2025
Beyond the Keyboard: How AI Is Becoming an Active Player in Cybercrime
CyberUnlocked Insights: Featured in TechPartner.News
by CyberUnlocked 7 October 2025
CyberUnlocked founder Sarah McAvoy was recently featured in an article on techpartner.news titled, "The Compliance Dilemma for Technology Partners: Risk, Revenue, and Reputation." The piece highlights the growing pressure on technology partners to become compliance experts. It’s a brilliant article that gets straigh
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by CyberUnlocked 4 September 2025
Protecting your business online is much like securing your home. You may lock the doors and windows, but how can you be certain they will hold if someone tries to force them open? Penetration testing works in a similar way. It allows trusted experts to test your defences before a real attacker has the chance. By asking
by CyberUnlocked 11 August 2025
CyberUnlocked chaired the AI Governance Summit 2025 in Sydney. The event brought together leaders from government, industry, and critical infrastructure to discuss how Australia can build a safe and trustworthy future with artificial intelligence (AI).
Ransomware Payment Reporting is in effect
by Cyberunlocked 3 June 2025
Ransomware Payment Reporting is, in effect, making it mandatory to report ransomware payments, and businesses must be prepared; "Deciding whether you would pay a ransom isn’t a crisis decision; it’s a preparedness decision".
Channel Meets Security Sydney 2025 | Sarah McAvoy
by Sarah McAvoy 30 May 2025
One of the highlights of the evening was the honest and engaging conversations about what clients really expect from their tech partners when it comes to cyber security. It was great to hear different views and share experiences with others in the field.
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by Sarah McAvoy 23 May 2025
At CyberUnlocked, I often step into the role of a Compliance Coach. It is not just about frameworks and documentation. It is about supporting businesses as they build capability. What many need most is: Encouragement to keep going, even when it gets tough Guidance that fits their maturity, industry and supply chain expectations A sounding board to help balance ambition with business reality
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by Sarah McAvoy 14 May 2025
The newly launched SMB1001:2025 standard is transforming the way small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) approach cyber security. Developed by Dynamic Standards International, this multi-tiered certification is tailored to the unique needs and resource constraints of SMBs, offering a scalable, affordable framework for
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