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There\u2019s more work to do to get Australian businesses\u2014particularly smaller organisations\u2014fully prepared to risk-manage the spectrum of security threats. Many Australian businesses know that, as evidenced in KPMG\u2019s recently released Global CEO Outlook 2017<\/em> for Australia<\/a>.<\/p>\n

CEO responses in the report highlighted \u2018geopolitical uncertainty\u2019 as one of the top factors affecting growth, confirming that the current geopolitical landscape is having a significant impact on businesses. While 80% of CEOs rate cybersecurity as a top investment priority, less than half believe they are prepared for a cyber threat.<\/p>\n

Australians have become more aware of the threat, but understanding its full spectrum is difficult, particularly given rapid technological changes and uncertain global geopolitics. Further, the government\u2019s longstanding policy of not commenting<\/a> on many national security issues limits its ability to contribute to the public debate.<\/p>\n

Long gone is the belief that Australia is geographically<\/a> \u2018too far away\u2019 from national security threats. The internet exposes us to the world\u2019s cyber threats, and our place in the Western world exposes us to many geopolitical threats. As a result, Australian businesses are rich pickings for those who want to obtain sensitive commercial information, steal cutting-edge intellectual property, or simply launch a destructive political attack (whether in cyberspace or the real world).<\/p>\n

The more we can raise collective awareness in Australia about national security threats, the more our society can contribute to security. With the right knowledge, Australian businesses can become key drivers of innovative solutions and shared risk management in the areas of public safety and cyber security. We certainly see this now at the big end of town<\/a>, but we have vast untapped potential in Australia\u2019s smaller and more agile businesses<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Terrorism has been front and centre in the public mind for a long time, which has driven efforts to improve the Australian counterterrorism system. The recent report on the Lindt Caf\u00e9 siege inquest<\/a> is the latest proof\u2014it highlights many instances of effective counterterrorism arrangements, but it also presses hard with many nuanced recommendations to improve the system and hopefully prevent similar tragedies.<\/p>\n

Discussion of cybersecurity challenges intensified with the media coverage of Russian election meddling, #CensusFail, and the leaking of Central Intelligence Agency and National Security Agency cyberweapons. Those events, plus the release of the Australian government\u2019s cybersecurity strategy, have helped increase Australia\u2019s cybersecurity maturity. But there\u2019s more work to do<\/a> if we want to be prepared for an increasingly sophisticated and complex cyber threat.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s needed is more public debate on the new age of covert statecraft we have entered\u2014an age that involves covert political pressure against expatriates living in Australia<\/a>, subversion of democratic political processes<\/a>, and damage to Australian businesses for the benefit of foreign industries<\/a>. Yes, countries have spied on each other since Tribe A became jealous of Tribe B\u2019s pointier spears; but we have entered an era in which international norms are losing their power and many countries are more willing, and able, to meddle<\/a> without repercussion. The lines between foreign governments and commercial interests are becoming increasingly blurred, as shown by the level<\/a> and sophistication<\/a> of intellectual property theft by state-supported attackers.<\/p>\n

Growing covert statecraft is a problem affecting many areas of Australian society<\/a>, but for businesses it means greater risk. There is more uncertainty that rules will be followed: whether business deals can be done in good faith<\/a>; whether investing in R&D will pay off, or a competitor will simply produce cheap copies in a few months using stolen data<\/a>; whether businesses can operate without being subject to political coercion<\/a>; or whether a small company will be patient zero<\/a> for a widespread and highly destructive cyberattack.<\/p>\n

As we\u2019ve seen in counterterrorism and cybersecurity, greater transparency from the Australian government in providing information goes a long way to help businesses properly assess and mitigate commercial risks. A better informed and prepared business community helps protect Australia\u2019s national interests, particularly in relation to the Australian economy and innovation, but also in blocking regional<\/a> and global<\/a> threats.<\/p>\n

But when it comes to covert statecraft, the type of information we\u2019re asking for is often \u2018counterintelligence\u2019 information: details on the intent and capabilities of foreign intelligence services (and their proxies). That is some of the most closely guarded government information due to the effort it takes to collect it<\/a>, and the repercussions of its release<\/a>. As a result, many Australian businesses might have only limited insight into the threat posed by covert statecraft. Such businesses have to rely on generalised information gleaned from the ASIO annual report<\/a> or revealed through attempts by serving or retired government officials to highlight their security concerns<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Many Australian businesses\u2014particularly small businesses\u2014are unlikely to have the access and know-how to fully understand and protect against the current spectrum of national security threats. Both the government and capable private sector organisations (like KPMG) have a role in helping businesses and developing the maturity of the Australian public\u2019s security discussions\u2014not just to protect the business bottom line, but also to defend Australian interests against harm.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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