Aussie Cyber Check

Squirrelhog

About this app

DISCLAIMER: This app is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by the Australian Government, ACSC, or Australian Signals Directorate. It is an independent educational tool created by Squirrelhog Pty Ltd.

OFFICIAL SOURCE: Based on the Essential Eight framework from the Australian Cyber Security Centre: https://www.cyber.gov.au/essential-eight

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Aussie Cyber Check evaluates your business against Australia's Essential 8 cyber security framework — the official ACSC standard that protects against 85% of common cyber attacks.

WHAT YOU'LL GET
• Your Essential 8 maturity level (0-3) based on ACSC guidelines
• Risk assessment across all 8 security controls
• Personalised improvement recommendations
• Industry-specific guidance for your sector
• Insurance considerations checklist
• Links to free government training resources

THE 8 CONTROLS ASSESSED
1. Application Control
2. Patch Applications
3. Office Macro Security
4. Browser & App Hardening
5. Admin Privileges
6. Operating System Updates
7. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
8. Regular Backups

TAKES JUST 5 MINUTES
Answer simple questions in plain English — no IT jargon or technical knowledge required.

PRIVACY FIRST
• All data stays on YOUR device
• No account or signup required
• No data sent to servers
• No tracking or analytics
• 100% free, no hidden costs

WHO IS THIS FOR?
• Small business owners
• IT managers and consultants
• Anyone responsible for cyber security
• Organisations preparing for cyber insurance

INDUSTRY-TAILORED
Select your industry for customised recommendations: healthcare, professional services, retail,
hospitality, trades, and more.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Built by Australians, for Australian businesses. Based on official ACSC guidelines licensed under CC
BY 4.0.

Start your cyber security journey today — understand where you stand and what to improve in just 5
minutes.

Provided by Squirrelhog — Cyber security made simple for small business.

What’s new

Initial Aussie Cyber Check release