Cybersecurity Report: Assessing Risks and Authentication for SCU

This cybersecurity consultation report, prepared for Southern Cross University (SCU), addresses contemporary and emerging cyber threats. The report begins by assessing the risks associated with the university's Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, which has raised security concerns due to the increased number of personal devices connecting to the university's information systems. It then examines the potential benefits of replacing the existing password-based authentication system with certificate-based authentication, comparing the two methods and highlighting the enhanced security provided by digital certificates. Furthermore, the report focuses on anti-spam guidelines, recognizing spam as a significant threat, and provides recommendations for mitigating spam attacks based on the Spam Act 2003. The document concludes with a summary of the findings and recommendations, offering guidance to students and staff on how to combat these threats. The report emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity, addressing risks associated with new policies and offering suggestions for improved security measures.