Cyber Security Update – March 2026 (Cyber Threats – OpenClaw & Beyond)

Overview
When your employee’s “helpful” AI agent becomes yours, and theirs, biggest security hole – let’s unpack and solve along with ransomware and notifiable data breach updates?
As the cyber landscape continues to evolve, knowledge is power. Join our session to gain straightforward, actionable solutions that you can implement right away to boost your cybersecurity resilience without unnecessary hurdles.
In this quarterly session we will specifically discuss:
We’ll cover the latest ransomware trends targeting local businesses, Notifiable Data Breach statistics, and the shadow AI risks hiding in your organisation. And, of course, OpenClaw, the viral AI agent that’s already compromised thousands of systems worldwide. If your employees are experimenting with AI tools to boost productivity, you need to understand what’s at stake when convenience trumps security.
You’ll walk away with actionable intelligence on:
- OpenClaw’s critical vulnerabilities
- Shadow AI awareness
- Ransomware Updates
- NDB Updates (and the new tool)
Join us for an interactive update designed specifically for small and medium businesses. Make 2026 the year to ensure your data stays safe and secure – without the jargon or overwhelm.
Learning Outcomes:
Attendees will gain:
- A sharper understanding of the Australian cyber threat landscape.
- Real-world examples of threats and actionable mitigation strategies.
- Insights to strengthen governance and develop effective procedures.
- Simple tools and techniques to boost your security in both professional and personal settings.
Suited to:
This session is ideal for professional service providers such as accountants, lawyers, conveyancers, real estate agents, and anyone handling personal identifiable information. You don’t need any prior cybersecurity expertise to benefit from these sessions.
This On Demand recording Includes:
- Recording of the Live Webinar, which can be viewed multiple times, for as long as required
- Presenters contact details for follow up questions
- CPD Quiz
- CPD Certificate
- CPD Report – Logged automatically
- PowerPoint Presentation
- Verbatim Transcript, with Searchability
- Supporting Documentation
Course syllabus
3 lessons
- Video – Cyber Security Update – March 2026 (Cyber Threats – OpenClaw & Beyond)Video
- Feedback Survey QuestionsSurvey
- Knowledge QuizTest
Your presenter
Tyler WiseFindex
, Partner, Findex.
Tyler brings over 20 years of experience in accounting, with specialist expertise in forensic investigations and cybersecurity strategy. He is a Fellow of CPA Australia, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and a Certified Computer Examiner (CCE), combining strong technical knowledge with practical, real-world application.
His background spans public practice, tax compliance, forensic accounting, and digital forensics. Tyler is also actively involved in industry development, contributing through training, public speaking, and advisory roles—including with the ATO’s Tax Practitioner Cybersecurity Working Group and CPA Australia’s Centre of Excellence for Digital Transformation.