Keep operating systems, browsers, applications and plugins up-to-date with patches and fixes by updating them regularly.

Limit user access in Aware to protect potentially sensitive data.

We recommend each user has a unique account with a strong password. Do not share your password with anyone and use a different, strong password for each application. Password protection strategies and raising staff awareness about the importance of protecting credentials can greatly reduce the risk of data breaches.

Enable two-factor authentication on your email account to provide an additional layer of security against attacks.

Use a password manager to keep passwords secure and protected.

Find more prevention techniques recommended by the Australian Cyber Security Centre on the OAIC's website.