Cyberattacks Impact Australian Agriculture, Threatening Supply Chains
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What happened
Australian agriculture is facing increased cyber risks due to its growing reliance on connected equipment and third-party software. This follows a 2021 hack that temporarily shut down JBS facilities in Australia, the United States, and Canada. Separately, a 2020 attack on Talman Software disrupted wool auctions and exports used across Australia and New Zealand.
From farmweekly.com.au
Why it matters
The vulnerability of the agricultural supply chain to cyber threats raises concerns about operational disruption for processors and transport operators. Consequently, the federal government is developing a national food security strategy to protect the $100 billion industry.
From farmweekly.com.au
Who's involved
- JBSGlobal meat processor affected by a 2021 cyber attack.
- Australian Signals DirectorateAustralian signals intelligence agency providing security advice.
- federal governmentHighest level of government developing a national food security strategy.
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The entities involved
- JBS
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Australian Signals Directorate
Australian signals intelligence agency
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