Press release The Missing Link Joins Infosys to Accelerate Digital Transformation at Scale

This acquisition enables Infosys to deepen its presence in Australia and scale The Missing Link’s technical expertise globally. Read more

Automation The Neural Link | Edition 6

Welcome to the latest edition of The Neural Link! Read more

Cyber Security Behind the screens: What is SOC Service Delivery?

So, you’ve just signed off on a new Managed Service. Now what? Read more

Automation Better together: How automation complements the human workforce

Automation is a hot topic in the business world, with companies embracing technology automation to streamline operations and reduce costs. Read more

Cyber Security What is Cyber Threat Intelligence, and why do I need it?

Threat Intelligence is a rather timely topic, as more employees are working remotely, accessing online systems, and communicating over online... Read more

Cyber Security Understanding incident metrics: MTTD and MTTR

Attackers are getting faster, stealthier and harder to stop. In this high-stakes environment, speed isn’t just a technical metric—it’s a survival... Read more

IT & Cloud The secret behind our stellar CSAT scores

Customer satisfaction is the true metric of success for any business. A happy customer is the best ambassador for any company, spreading the good... Read more

Cyber Security The cost of non compliance: What happens when businesses get it wrong

How much is non-compliance really costing your business? Regulatory fines, legal disputes, and reputational damage can cripple even the strongest... Read more

Cyber Security Generative AI’s hidden risk: Why data security posture management matters

AI has become the ultimate enabler—reshaping industries, driving efficiencies, and automating workflows at an unprecedented scale. But with this... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Hiba Jahanzeb

At The Missing Link, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their expertise and dedication drive IT transformation for our clients,... Read more

IT & Cloud Windows 10 to 11 migration: Your step-by-step upgrade checklist

Technology should empower your business—not leave it vulnerable to outdated systems and security threats. But on 14 October 2025, Windows 10 will... Read more

Automation The Neural Link | Edition 5

Welcome to the latest edition of The Neural Link! Read more

Our Team Accelerating Action: Celebrating the women of The Missing Link

At The Missing Link, we believe progress happens through action. This year’s International Women’s Day theme, #AccelerateAction, aligns with our... Read more

Cyber Security The hidden cyber threats undermining your business security

At CISO Sydney 2025, industry leaders revealed a stark reality: many organisations believe they have their cyber risk under control, but beneath the... Read more

IT & Cloud Geo-blocking in Microsoft 365 – Is it enough?

No one wants to be at the receiving end of a cyber security breach. As businesses and organisations migrate their operations and data to the cloud,... Read more

Cyber Security The top skills and certifications needed to land a career in cyber security

Cyber security is one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries, with a projected 32% job growth from 2022 to 2032. As cyber threats become more... Read more

Press release The Missing Link recognised on Cloudtango’s MSP Select 2025

Sydney, [25, February 2025] – The Missing Link recognised among leading Managed Service Providers for excellence in IT service delivery, customer... Read more

IT & Cloud You’ve issued a return-to-office mandate, but can your office handle it?

You’ve brought people back—but now they’re questioning why. Slow wi-fi, glitchy hybrid meetings, and desks that don’t work are driving... Read more

Cyber Security OT security starts with identity – who’s really accessing your systems?

In Operational Technology (OT), control is everything—over processes, production, and safety. But what about access control? Do you know exactly who... Read more

Cyber Security Cyber Security Act 2024: What your business must do in 2025

Is your business ready—or are you hoping for the best? The Cyber Security Act 2024, introduced in late 2024, has redefined how Australian businesses... Read more

IT & Cloud What is level 1, 2 & 3 IT support and what support do you need?

Understanding IT support levels: What's right for your business? IT support is the backbone of modern businesses, ensuring smooth operations and... Read more

Automation The Neural Link | Edition 4

Welcome to the latest edition of The Neural Link! January kicked off the new year with major moves in generative AI – from AI agents that browse the... Read more

Press release The Missing Link strengthens cyber defence with new Security Operations leader

Sydney, [5 February, 2025] – The Missing Link, a leading provider of cyber security solutions, has appointed Tim Niblett as Head of Security... Read more

IT & Cloud Why you need a plan for Windows 10 End of Support

Windows 10 has been the backbone of many businesses for years, but the countdown to its End of Support (EOS) is officially on. Come October 14, 2025,... Read more

Press release Empowering Education: Flinders University Partners with The Missing Link for AI Training

[Sydney, Australia – 13 January 2025] – The Missing Link, a leader in intelligent AI and automation solutions collaborates with Flinders University... Read more

Automation The Neural Link | Edition 3

Welcome to the latest edition of The Neural Link! As we step into 2025, here’s a look back at the most exciting AI developments from... Read more

Cyber Security 2024: A Cyber Security Review

Originally posted on LinkedIn. With yet another year under our belt, I took some time to look back on the year that was 2024 and what happened in the... Read more

Cyber Security What is External Attack Surface Management (EASM)?

Your digital perimeter might seem secure, but without full visibility into your external assets, you could be leaving the door open for... Read more

Cyber Security From Phuket with insight: Celebrating partnership success with Cloudflare

I was recently fortunate enough to join the Cloudflare team on an unforgettable trip to Phuket, Thailand. This was an incentive trip celebrating... Read more

Cyber Security The unseen battle: Why you need secure coding now more than ever

Data breaches, financial losses, and public scandals—they’re all over the news. And behind each story is a question few people think to ask: Why do... Read more

Cyber Security The hidden risks of incomplete cyber security visibility

When a cyber-attack strikes, your ability to respond depends on one critical factor: visibility. Yet, most organisations can only see about 62% of... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Alyson Morgan

This audio has been generated with an AI tool. Here at The Missing Link, our people are the engine of our company. We’re immensely proud of their... Read more

IT & Cloud Staff augmentation vs. traditional models: Choosing the best fit

What’s Australia’s hottest commodity right now? IT talent. With 70% of ICT roles currently unfilled and tech job vacancies growing faster than almost... Read more

Automation The Neural Link | Edition 2

This edition brings you the standout AI news from November, showcasing the field's most exciting developments: Read more

IT & Cloud Power Platform in action: Winning use cases for efficiency

This audio has been generated with an AI tool. Are disconnected systems, repetitive tasks, and scattered data slowing your business down? What if you... Read more

Automation AI without overwhelm: Your guide to making AI work for your business

This audio has been generated with an AI tool. “AI is a game-changer.” You’ve heard it before, but what does it actually mean for your business?... Read more

Cyber Security Nation-state cyber threats: The rising risk to organisational security

Nation-state cyber threats aren’t new—but today, they’re more intense, far-reaching, and relentless than ever. Once focused on government targets,... Read more

Cyber Security Living off the land (LotL) Attacks: How cybercriminals exploit your own tools

Here’s a reality check: attackers are hiding in plain sight, using your tools and systems against you. This is the unsettling world of Living off the... Read more

Cyber Security Living off the land (LotL) Attacks: AI and Machine Learning as your best defence

Attackers don’t need new malware—they’re turning your systems against you, blending into the shadows of your environment through stealthy Living off... Read more

IT & Cloud You’ve chosen a managed IT service provider – what comes next?

You’ve taken the big step of choosing a managed IT service provider (MSP). Now, how do you make sure this partnership isn’t just functional but truly... Read more

Our Team An inside look at The Missing Link internship experience

Ever wondered what it’s like to kickstart your IT career with hands-on experience at one of Australia's leading IT solutions providers? At The... Read more

Automation The Neural Link | Edition 1

Welcome to the first edition of the Neural Link, featuring the most compelling stories shaping the AI landscape today. Read more

IT & Cloud 5 key factors to consider when choosing a managed service provider

In a world where downtime, security threats, and IT headaches can cripple your business, more companies are turning to managed services providers... Read more

Cyber Security How to create a cyber security policy

Think of your business as a fortress. Every system, and every file needs safeguarding. Without a robust cyber security policy, you’re leaving your... Read more

Automation Why your business needs ChatGPT training

In 2023, a New York law firm faced severe consequences after filing a legal brief containing fabricated case law generated by ChatGPT. This error... Read more

Cyber Security 10 cyber security threats putting your business at risk

Cybercriminals never take a day off, and your business is always in their crosshairs. But Cyber Security Awareness Month in October serves as a... Read more

Press release The Missing Link Awarded Zscaler ANZ Growth Partner of the Year Award

Zscaler Partner Summit 2024 - [ANZ] – 24 September, 2024 – The Missing Link today announced that it is the recipient of the Zscaler ANZ Growth... Read more

Cyber Security 527 Australian businesses breached in 2024: Is yours next?

In just six months, from January to June 2024, 527 businesses fell victim to cyber-attacks, resulting in financial losses, damaged reputations, and... Read more

Cyber Security Five reasons to train your employees in cyber security

Cybercriminals don’t just target systems – they target your people. One wrong move by an employee can open the door to a devastating breach, costing... Read more

IT & Cloud Public Cloud vs Private Cloud: Which One is Right for Your Business?

Your cloud strategy could be the difference between your business thriving or falling behind. Choosing between Public and Private Cloud isn't just a... Read more

IT & Cloud How managed IT services can help secure your business against cyber threats

Cyber-attacks can strike when you least expect them, crippling operations and locking down crucial data. As cybercriminals become more advanced,... Read more

Press release The Missing Link crowned 2024 Supplier of the Year at Lawtech Summit

[SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA 9 September 2024] – The Missing Link, a leading provider of IT solutions across Australia, is thrilled to announce its recognition... Read more

IT & Cloud What makes connectivity crucial for aged care services?

A split-second delay in accessing critical patient data in an aged care facility can have life-threatening consequences. Connectivity failures aren't... Read more

Cyber Security Why your business can't afford to ignore threat intelligence

What if you could anticipate cyber threats before they strike, knowing the who, what, and why behind every attack? This isn’t just a cyber security... Read more

Cyber Security The role of threat intelligence in enhancing security operations

As businesses expand, the complexities of managing security operations grow as well. Threat intelligence plays a crucial role in addressing these... Read more

Press release Cloudflare Honours The Missing Link as 2023 Rising Star at Connect 2024

[SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA 8 August 2024] – The Missing Link, an Elite Cloudflare Partner and leading provider of cyber security solutions, proudly announces... Read more

IT & Cloud 5 reasons to secure and govern data with Microsoft Purview

Is your organisation overwhelmed by data, struggling to transform it into an asset? As data governance and compliance become increasingly important,... Read more

Automation From luxury to necessity: The transformation of AI in the workplace

This article was originally published on High Performance Laptops. The rise of Generative AI In November 2022, the world was introduced to a... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Michael Crump

At The Missing Link, our people are the heart and soul of our success. Their knowledge and expertise empower our clients to achieve remarkable IT... Read more

Cyber Security How to Protect your Business from Sophisticated Phishing Attacks

Phishing attacks have been a persistent threat for decades, but today's cybercriminals have taken these deceptive tactics to new levels of... Read more

Cyber Security How to Defend Against DDoS Attacks: Expert Strategies Explained

Cyberattacks are increasing in frequency and growing in sophistication. Businesses of all sizes are continually at risk as cybercriminals develop... Read more

Cyber Security The Olympics in the Spotlight: Innovative Tech Safeguarding Paris 2024

As the Paris 2024 Olympics approach, get ready to experience the groundbreaking synergy between cutting-edge technology and athletic excellence.... Read more

Cyber Security Red Teaming vs. Penetration Testing: Why Both Matter for Cyber Security

Never heard of Red Teaming? Put simply; Red Team exercises simulate a real threat actor actively operating against your organisation. Red Team... Read more

Press release The Missing Link Launches Copilot Training Amidst Record Organic Growth

[SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 10th July 2024] – The Missing Link, a leading Australian IT solutions provider, proudly announces the launch of its innovative... Read more

Cyber Security How to boost cyber resilience with advanced threat intelligence management

In the dynamic landscape of cyber security, rapidly detecting, comprehending, and mitigating cyber threats is essential for protecting digital... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Jeremy Keast

At The Missing Link, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take great pride in their knowledge and expertise, which enable our... Read more

Our Team It’s Pride Month 2024

Here at The Missing Link, we celebrate our diverse team members every day – and this month, it’s all about acknowledging their unique contribution to... Read more

Automation From scepticism to success: How to adopt AI in your business

Did you know that 85% of business leaders believe AI can give their companies a competitive advantage?[1] Yet, scepticism about AI adoption persists... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Rohan Augustine

Here at The Missing Link, our people are the engine of our company. We’re immensely proud of their knowledge and expertise, which helps our clients... Read more

Cyber Security What's Next in Tech? Exploring the 2024-25 Federal Budget's Impact on the Sector

As the dust settles on the recent unveiling of Australia's Federal Budget for 2024-25, it's clear that the government is intensifying its commitment... Read more

Press release The Missing Link Announces Strategic Partnership with Cribl to Elevate Data Management and Operational Efficiency

SYDNEY, Australia — MAY 15, 2024 — The Missing Link, a leading provider of IT and cloud, cyber security and automation solutions, today announced a... Read more

IT & Cloud Top 5 Drivers Shaping IT Budgets This Financial Year

As the new financial year approaches, it's time for Australian small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to focus on IT planning and budgeting. This... Read more

IT & Cloud Beyond Connectivity: How Wireless Site Surveys Enhance Tomorrow’s Business Network

Modern businesses require resilient wireless networks to keep pace with evolving work models and fluctuating office attendance. Wireless site surveys... Read more

Cyber Security To 2030 and Beyond...

This article was originally published on LinkedIn by The Missing Link's Senior Security Sales Executive, Mali Munasinghe. Read more

IT & Cloud 5 Microsoft Power Platform Benefits That Will Transform Your Business

Australian small and medium-sized businesses must quickly adapt to the changing digital landscape to stay competitive. Microsoft Power Platform tools... Read more

Automation 5 Key takeaways from early adopters of Microsoft 365 Copilot

In our webinar, ‘Maximising Microsoft 365 Copilot: Insights from Early Adopters’, we explored Microsoft 365 Copilot’s practical use across... Read more

Press release The Missing Link is recognised as Premier Service Delivery Partner by Netskope

We are excited to announce that The Missing Link has attained the distinguished status of Premier Service Delivery Partner for Netskope. This... Read more

Press release The Missing Link Awarded Rapid7's APJ Partner of the Year

[SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA 5 April 2024] – The Missing Link, a leading provider of cyber security solutions, is proud to announce that it has been named... Read more

Cyber Security Demystifying Cyber Security: Can It Really Be Simple?

Here at The Missing Link, one of our mantras is “simplifying the complex world of IT.” Read more

Cyber Security We need a carrot for better cyber security in Australia

It's no secret that cyber security has become a major concern for individuals and businesses alike in recent years. With high-profile data breaches... Read more

Cyber Security Securing Data: A Guide to Navigating Australian Privacy Regulations

In the ever-changing data security sector, privacy regulations undergo continuous change. With increasing data breaches and cyber threats,... Read more

Our Team Five minutes with Sarah Amarnath

Here at The Missing Link, our people are the engine of our company. We’re immensely proud of their knowledge and expertise, which helps our clients... Read more

IT & Cloud Project management tools: how to choose the right one?

There are a multitude of project management tools on the market these days, so how do you tell them apart and choose the best option for your... Read more

Cyber Security Penetration testing vs. vulnerability scanning for the public sector

Are vulnerability assessments giving your organisation a false sense of security? Ian Otieno, Cyber Security Account Director at The Missing Link... Read more

Automation Pioneering efficiency: The Missing Link's award-winning approach

It was a big year at The Missing Link last year, which included our win at the 2023 ARN Innovation Awards in the hotly contested Partner Innovation... Read more

Cyber Security 2023: A Cyber Security Review

What a year! I swear the 'Theory of Relativity' gets truer year on year, as the days rocket past us. IT & Security teams faced a trial by fire in... Read more

IT & Cloud Tailored cloud solutions: transforming legal technology

The benefits of public cloud computing have been well discussed, with cloud computing becoming an ubiquitous part of business. However, for certain... Read more

Cyber Security Red Teaming vs. Penetration Testing: What's the difference?

Organisations that store sensitive data are facing more and more security threats. It's crucial to protect that data and defend against cyber... Read more

Cyber Security Community vigilance in cyber security

In the constantly evolving landscape of cyber security, vigilance and expertise are key. This was recently highlighted when a critical concern was... Read more

Cyber Security Clearing up the complex world of penetration testing

Cyber security is hard. There are a million[1] vendors, who each have a million[1] products, there are a million[1] standards that every business... Read more

Automation Why Companies Hesitate to Use Automation

A decade ago, when I witnessed the marvels of automation software, I was certain that this was the future of business – I mean, which business... Read more

Cyber Security A practical approach to modern Data Security

This article was originally published on TechDay Read more

IT & Cloud Addressing Microsoft 365's security misconfigurations

Security in our digital world is paramount, and for businesses using Microsoft 365 (M365), understanding potential pitfalls in security settings is... Read more

IT & Cloud Five reasons to upgrade to Microsoft Teams Premium

Finding a platform that can meet increasing demand for meetings, reduce costs by consolidating solutions and prioritise security for sensitive... Read more

IT & Cloud Breaking the 'if it's not broke, don't fix it' mantra in IT: Bridging the gap between business as usual and security

As businesses rely on technology more and more, the "if it's not broke, don't fix it" mantra is becoming obsolete. Read more

IT & Cloud Secure your data: The importance of backup and how to get it right

World Backup Day is on the 31st of March – a reminder for all businesses to stay vigilant when it comes to backing up and saving data to protect... Read more

Automation The implications of ChatGPT for cyber security: What you need to know

Did you know that the launch of ChatGPT has come with a set of important security implications? Read more

IT & Cloud The biggest cloud computing trends to look out for this year

We’re often asked by businesses about the latest in cloud computing and how they can jump on these trends to enable even more innovation in their... Read more

Our Team Five minutes with Kenneth Nguyen

Here at The Missing Link, our people are the engine of our company. We’re immensely proud of their knowledge and expertise, which helps our clients... Read more

Automation Three steps you can take to harness the power of automation this year

Rising inflation, stalling wage growth, increasing pressure on the cost of living, and skills shortages are all current challenges affecting... Read more

Our Team What I’ve learned from 25 years of The Missing Link

Last year was a significant milestone for The Missing Link. We turned 25 years old, baby! Read more

IT & Cloud The most tech-savvy businesses are turning to private cloud: Here's why.

In today's digital age, it's no surprise that businesses are constantly seeking ways to improve their technology infrastructure and stay ahead of the... Read more

Automation What's a Chief Automation Officer and does your organisation need one in 2023?

The modern workplace is rapidly changing, and it’s bringing a shiny new addition to the C-suite. The Chief Automation Officer (CAO) sits alongside... Read more

Automation Is Human Resources missing a crucial part of their future workforce?

Technology might hold the answer to current HR challenges. It’s called robotic process automation (RPA), and here’s everything you need to know to... Read more

Backup and Recovery Five reasons your business might need Disaster Recovery as a Service

Natural disasters. Power outages. Cyber-attacks. All disastrous scenarios which can cause significant damage to businesses and their operations. And,... Read more

Cyber Security The faces behind our 16 zero-day discoveries since becoming a CNA

It’s officially been over three months since The Missing Link became a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) - and it’s fair to say we’ve been a little...... Read more

Cyber Security Are you really securing your customer data?

This blog post was contributed by Paul Friend, Security Account Director at The Missing Link. It was originally posted on his LinkedIn profile. You... Read more

Cyber Security Recent data breaches and what your business can learn from them

This blog post was contributed by Cameron Smith, Principal Security Engineer at The Missing Link. Read more

Automation How intelligent automation can help address ESG reporting challenges

Feeling the heat lately? If you work in Environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting, we wouldn’t be surprised. ESG reporting has grown in... Read more

Fundraising The Missing Link hits the pavement

Company culture is a big part of working at The Missing Link and keeping our staff happy is one of our top priorities. We can’t think of a better way... Read more

Automation Game Changers: Taking the lead in gaming

This article was originally published in: RSL & Services Clubs Association FOCUS Magazine August - October 2022 | Edition #11 The RSL & Services... Read more

Automation 9 ways RPA is revolutionising the accounting industry

Accountants are now equipped with more efficient ways than ever to handle their work and simplify their day-to-day responsibilities with the advent... Read more

Cyber Security The Missing Link authorised as CVE Numbering Authority (CNA)

The partnership highlights The Missing Link’s mature vulnerability management practices and demonstrates their ongoing commitment to cyber security... Read more

Cyber Security 24 billion passwords exposed: Protect your business from the same fate

The Missing Link’s Chief Information Security Officer, Aaron Bailey, explores the imperative for organisations to employ, consider and enforce more... Read more

Our Team It’s Pride Month and we’re proud

Here at The Missing Link, we celebrate our diverse team members every day – and this month, it’s all about acknowledging their unique contribution to... Read more

Modern Office 6 reasons automation and cyber security are Aged Care's allies in 2022

Last month, thousands of frustrated Aged Care workers across Australia took part in several rounds of strikes over remuneration, under-staffing, and... Read more

IT & Cloud IT staff augmentation during The Great Resignation and skills shortage

Say it with us: The Great Resignation is well and truly happening. If you’re an IT leader or work in recruitment, it’s likely you’ve started feeling... Read more

Our Services How IT service providers can help during the global chip shortage

Dramatically dubbed “chipageddon” by the media, the global shortage of semiconductor chips is no small hurdle for IT and procurement professionals as... Read more

Cyber Security Why you should care about the Google Chrome UX (CrUX) report

By now, you should know that a faster website makes your clients happy, they buy more, and they engage more with your content. However, one client in... Read more

Cyber Security Cyber Security is not immune to the Great Resignation

As the world was experiencing a global pandemic and people were adjusting to huge changes in their work and home life, a quiet revolution was... Read more

Automation Leveraging RPA to combat the Great Resignation

Are you curious about leveraging RPA to combat the Great Resignation? Read more

Cyber Security Apache Log4j software vulnerability – a practical response for affected businesses

December 10, 2021 saw the public disclosure of one of the most serious vulnerabilities on the internet in the past 12 months. Read more

IT & Cloud What's the catch with Windows 365?

If you are interested in modernising your cloud computing, check out our previous post about Windows 365 to better understand what it entails and who... Read more

Cyber Security The future of SOC: humans powered by automation

Security Operation Centres (SOC) are popping up in organisations around the globe, and across just about every industry due to the ever-increasing... Read more

IT & Cloud Enter a new era of cloud computing with Windows 365

As remote work and hybrid work has become the new norm worldwide, the demand for cloud-based computing has increased significantly. Whether you are a... Read more

IT & Cloud Here are the changes in 2022 for Microsoft Open License Program users!

Are you a small or midsize business that uses the Microsoft Open License program? From January 1, 2022, you won’t be able to purchase or renew... Read more

Cyber Security Tips on how to stay cyber safe this holiday season 

COVID-19 has triggered a fundamental shift in consumer shopping behaviour. 76% of online shoppers named convenience the most significant driver for... Read more

Cyber Security The secrets about QR code safety

If you are like most people, you scanned a Quick Response (QR) code not long ago. Human beings tend to be curious by nature and often can't resist... Read more

IT & Cloud Benefits of wireless networks for businesses

A wireless network (or WiFi) is a network that connects devices without any wires. You can set up various access points which will amplify... Read more

Our Team Supporting the next generation of women in the ICT

I have been with The Missing Link since 2002, and in that time, I’ve watched our team of powerful women grow from just me to 40. Read more

Cyber Security How to create an application whitelisting policy

If you’re reading this article, you probably have cybersecurity on your mind. Protection against malicious code (malware) is becoming a high priority... Read more

Automation What business leaders look for in evaluating the best RPA-as-a-Service providers

Many business leaders already know the benefits of Robotic Process Automation (RPA); appreciating the advantages of automating repetitive tasks,... Read more

IT & Cloud What role does Patch Management have in the future of remote work?

Patch Management plays a crucial role in mitigating cyberattacks and vulnerability management. Read more

Cyber Security The danger of third-party code

Third-party code is reusable software that has been developed by an external entity to be either freely distributed under an open-source license or... Read more

Automation The Missing Link partners with leader in low-code app development

The Missing Link has recently announced a new partnership with Mendix. The new partnership will allow The Missing Link and our clients to accelerate... Read more

Cyber Security Ditch password-based authentication in favour of your customers

Over the last 40+ years of information security, the world has relied on one common security system: passwords. Password-based authentication has for... Read more

Cyber Security How cyber security impacts your SEO strategy

In 2016, the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ online systems experienced four distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks for its eCensus. According... Read more

Cyber Security Strategic moves to battle Human Operated Ransomware attacks

Microsoft named them adaptable, resourceful, and persistent. They pose a significant and growing threat to businesses and represent one of the most... Read more

Cyber Security The challenges of running a modern day SOC

You may have heard the term ‘Security Operations Centre’ or ‘SOC’ before, but do you know what that is and how it can benefit your business? Read more

IT & Cloud Always fighting IT fires?

It’s an unfortunate reality that Australia is facing an IT skills shortage. In fact, according to the Hays Salary Guide Report FY21/22, which is... Read more

IT & Cloud Need improved security?

The cyber security landscape is rapidly evolving. A few years ago, most threats were generic, but they’re much more targeted these days. Cyber... Read more

IT & Cloud Eliminate IT bill shock

Let’s face it. Managing your IT network and devices isn’t something you can “set and forget”. You need to regularly review your needs, your... Read more

IT & Cloud Is your IT future proofed?

We’ve all experienced change over the past 18 months, and we’ve quickly come to realise the importance of having agile systems in place that can... Read more

IT & Cloud Want better IT service?

Are you happy with the level of service you’re currently receiving from your IT provider? Read more

IT & Cloud Protect your business with secure e-waste disposal

Protect your business with secure e-waste disposal Over the years, I have often wondered where used IT equipment ends up; being in the Industry; you... Read more

Cyber Security Cyber Security Operations: it's not about the tools alone

When you think of a Security Operations Centre (SOC), what comes to mind? Read more

IT & Cloud Addressing the elephant in your Modern Workplace

Technology has always connected us, and now it is more important than ever. In every industry, from small-to-medium businesses to large enterprises,... Read more

Cyber Security 3 reliable strategies to avoid insider threats

Human error is involved in more than 90% of cyber security breaches. With the rise of remote working in 2020, the threat of making the wrong decision... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Ashley Steadman

The Work Stuff I grew up in Hertfordshire in England, but my family came over to Australia a number of times on holidays and we eventually moved here... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Nic Westwood

The Work Stuff My dream job growing up was to be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. After that dream was put on hold (but never lost), I realised I... Read more

Cyber Security Why are cyber insurance premiums in Australia skyrocketing?

The Australian cyber threat landscape continues to be challenging for organisations, with data breaches and ransomware attacks becoming more frequent... Read more

Cyber Security Authentication leaps forward with passwordless

Ultimately all businesses need a way to securely connect their users – employees, partners, contractors, customers – to the right applications at the... Read more

IT & Cloud Aged care technology to meet the demands of today and tomorrow

The aged care industry is going through an era of huge change and transformation. Read more

Cyber Security Who are you relying on for your cloud security?

With an increasing demand for flexible, mobile, and location-independent work environments, organisations have to adjust and take advantage of cloud... Read more

Cyber Security How much of your data was lost last year?

‘Data visibility’ and ‘Data Loss’ are two of the prevailing challenges for organisations into 2021 and beyond thanks to the upsurge of a dispersed... Read more

Automation Our do's and don'ts guide for Robotic Process Automation

Have you ever tried to do something that you had no idea how to go about starting? Read more

Cyber Security What is a Trojan?

The Trojan Horse story is well-known, with the old saying – beware of Greeks bearing gifts. Trojan computer viruses take their name from the hollow... Read more

Cyber Security How to master email security with DMARC

This blog is the final part of three in our blog series on DMARC. Read more

Cyber Security A closer look at how DMARC works

This blog is part two of three in our blog series on DMARC. Now that you know the basics of Domain-Based Message Authentification Reporting and... Read more

Cyber Security What is SPF, DKIM and DMARC?

This blog is part one of three in our blog series on DMARC. We've all received an email that looks like it's from an employee or client, but upon... Read more

IT & Cloud Going paperless with Microsoft Teams, Flow, and Adobe Sign

The advantages of a paperless office are obvious: from saving time for the retrieval of physical documents to improving workforce collaboration,... Read more

Automation Could you have a business without humans?

It's time to put your entrepreneur hat on and imagine that you're embarking on a new adventure and starting your own dream company. It's a dream come... Read more

Cyber Security Airstrike Attack: breaking into a locked domain-joined laptop (CVE-2021-28316)

On Wednesday 14th of April, Matthew Johnson, one of our senior security consultants released details of a new wireless-based attack dubbed... Read more

Our Team Next Level: The Missing Link UK

We've levelled up, and we are opening an office in the UK! Read more

Cyber Security Here’s how you can bolster your defences against an APT attack

To be “slow and low” is an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) signature. Unnoticed, they penetrate security walls and find their way into networks and... Read more

IT & Cloud Bye, bye tedious setup processes! Welcome Windows Autopilot!

The pandemic has changed the way we work. Last year, 91% of employees asked for modern technology solutions to amp their productivity, especially... Read more

IT & Cloud The top 6 cloud security threats facing businesses today

The move to cloud-based services has been a game-changer for the businesses that have implemented full or hybrid solutions, but with this style of... Read more

Cyber Security Do you believe what you see?

What used to be an internet oddity has developed into a widely destructive political and social force: Deepfakes. They have become one of the most... Read more

IT & Cloud How to reduce your AWS cloud spend by 30%

Public cloud adoption is continuing to accelerate as businesses look to reap the benefits of lower costs, maintenance, and near-unlimited... Read more

IT & Cloud Microsoft Teams Security: how to spare your IT department nightmares

Collaboration is key in our global economy. More and more companies operate location-independent across multiple countries, capitalising the... Read more

Automation What every CIO should know about RPA

If your business wasn't affected by the events of 2020, then yours was the odd one out. From small businesses to large enterprises, most had to... Read more

IT & Cloud Day in the life of our Sales Manager

Meet Clare Burman-Reynard, Sales Manager at The Missing Link, who uses Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 to work closely with our sales team,... Read more

IT & Cloud Bringing a customer-first approach to IT Service Desk

In today’s world, customers hold all the power. With a little help from the internet, customers have an abundance of choices at their fingertips plus... Read more

IT & Cloud Top 10 IT Certifications of 2021

A career in information technology (IT) is an excellent choice as the tech industry keeps growing in our modern, digital age. Read more

Automation Lead your digital transformation with Intelligent Automation

The drive to automate back-office, data-heavy processes is certainly not new. Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Peter Livingstone

The Work Stuff As a kid, I loved planes, trains, cars and anything else that got people from one place to another very fast. I would try and remember... Read more

Cyber Security The end of trust?

Trust no-one! The ‘Zero Trust’ approach sets up a framework within cyber security that makes one huge assumption: don’t trust anyone who is accessing... Read more

Cyber Security Why cyber security is not just the IT department's job

When it comes to cyber security threats, the obvious ones are still lurking (phishing threats and ransomware, for example). However, the increase in... Read more

Cyber Security On the hunt: Finding 8 vulnerabilities in 8 weeks

Jack Misiura, our Application Security Consultant, has detected eight zero-day vulnerabilities in recent weeks and he’s got a whole lot more in the... Read more

Our Team 2020: Our year in review

The last 12 months have seen an extraordinary amount of global disruption, mainly fueled by COVID-19. The pandemic impacted nearly every aspect of... Read more

IT & Cloud Journey from cloud first to cloud smart strategy

Is your organisation moving from cloud first to a cloud smart strategy? Read more

News Proofpoint and CyberArk join forces to protect your VAP

Proofpoint, a leading cyber security and compliance company, recently announced it is extending its partnership with CyberArk, a global leader in... Read more

IT & Cloud HCI: your in-house answer to cloud computing

Is your IT department struggling with data centre sprawl, tedious manual processes, or managing outdated technology? Read more

Cyber Security Don't fall victim to these 6 cloud attacks

Hybrid cloud environments experience the highest number of cyberattacks. Read more

Automation Attention CFOs: Is your digital workforce up to speed?

The challenges of CFOs are many and diverse: sluggish growth, aggressive competitors, a changing workforce, evolving business models, an explosion of... Read more

Cyber Security How to save your organisation from long-term damage

It’s no secret that organisations of all sizes face the threat of cyber security attacks. Read more

IT & Cloud Embracing digital transformation in project management

The robots are coming. This is what we keep hearing! Read more

IT & Cloud Empowering our modern workplace

The implementation of Microsoft Teams has gained momentum over the last year, even more so now as the way we work is rapidly changing. Modern... Read more

Cyber Security Not all Red Teams are made the same

Red Team operations aren’t a standard cookie-cutter exercise. Every operation is tailored to achieve bespoke objectives while playing to the... Read more

Cyber Security Red Teaming and the origins of anonymous hacking

Red Teaming allows you to test your security, with zero fallout and is becoming an increasingly common strategy in organisations that really want to... Read more

Our Team 5 minutes with Adriano Franco

The Work Stuff Growing up, I always wanted to join the Air Force as I was very interested in fighter jets. However, I had a tremendous fear of being... Read more

Cyber Security Should you outsource your Red Team operations?

Just as your Marketing team hires an ad agency to develop campaigns, or your accounts team hires an external firm to audit accounts, your... Read more

Cyber Security Red Teaming: getting down to basics

Have you ever wondered how Red Teaming works? Quite simply, it is a team of professional hackers using a multi-layered array of tactics, techniques,... Read more

IT & Cloud Disaster recovery: what if the host had two barbeques?

“How’s your disaster recovery plan?” That’s not the sort of question you’d hear at a typical Sunday afternoon barbeque, but it’s an important... Read more

News The Missing Link conquers another CTF competition

Introducing our new partner Recorded Future The Missing Link team enjoyed some fun and friendly competition recently when they took part in the Alert... Read more