The number of internet attacks originating in Australia is on the increase, according to a report which looked at trends in internet attacks, vulnerabilities and malicious code activities.

The number of Australian mobile phone users will grow to 19.2 million this year, according to an industry analyst.

IT recruiters are upbeat about what they see as a growing demand for IT professionals in Australia.

Short messaging service (SMS), multimedia messaging service (MMS) and wireless IP data and content will drive a growth in Australian mobile phone users by 2007, according to research firm IDC.

Despite utilising the celebrity status of Paris Hilton, the Sober-K worm doesn't appear to be tricking Australians so far.

Australian businesses are being warned to ensure confidential customer information submitted online is kept safe from prying eyes, after ticketing company Ticketmaster7 was investigated by the Federal Privacy Commissioner.

Law enforcement agencies from around the world have teamed up on a web-based initiative to try and prevent online child abuse.

A worm has been discovered that poses as an email about relief funds being collected for tsunami victims.

Two Australian government agencies have joined an international campaign aimed at persuading companies to close open relays and proxies, in a bid to reduce the amount of spam.