'Sophisticated state-based' cyber attack hits Australian government, businesses in major breach

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https://www.9news.com.au/national/cyber-attack-australia-scott-morrison-government-private-sector-breach-of-security/e621ae47-f810-4fa7-9c11-3caa3b09f4dc

All levels of Australian government, critical infrastructure and the private sector are being targeted in a "sophisticated state-based" cyber attack, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has revealed.
Mr Morrison confirmed the intrusion was conducted by "a sophisticated state-based cyber actor".
"This activity is targeting Australian organisations across a range of sectors, including all levels of government, industry, political organisations, education, health, essential service providers, and operators of other critical infrastructure," Mr Morrison said.