Zero-Day Defense Resources:
Trusted Tools & Expert Knowledge

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Official Security Advisories & Databases

1. Global Vulnerability Trackers

  • CVE Details– Searchable zero-day vulnerability database
  • MITRE ATT&CK– Zero-day exploit techniques matrix
  • US-CERT Known Exploited Vulnerabilities– Catalog of actively abused flaws

2. Australian-Specific Resources

  • ACSC Alerts– Official zero-day warnings
  • AUSCERT– APAC-focused security bulletins
  • OAIC Data Breach Guidance– Compliance requirements

Must-Watch Educational Videos

1. Understanding Zero-Days

  • How Zero-Day Exploits Work (Kaspersky)(3:22)
  • The Zero-Day Marketplace (PBS)(12:17)

2. Defense Techniques

  • Essential Eight Explained (ACSC)(7:41)
  • Memory Protection Deep Dive (Black Hat)(28:33)

Free Training Courses

1. For Technical Teams

  • SANS Webcast: Zero-Day Hunting(Requires free account)
  • OWASP Zero-Day Prevention– Developer guidelines

2. For Business Leaders

  • CSIRO Cybersecurity MOOC– Free Australian course
  • APRA CPS 234 Training – Financial sector requirements

Essential Reading

1. Research Papers

  • The Lifecycle of Zero-Day Vulnerabilities (Uni of Melbourne)
  • Australian Cyber Threat Report 2024 (Telstra)

2. Practical Guides

  • ACSC Essential Eight Maturity Guide
  • CIS Critical Security Controls

Interactive Tools

1. Risk Assessment

  • Cyber Threat Intelligence Evaluator (MITRE)
  • ASD Essential Eight Assessment Tool

2. Security Testing

  • OWASP ZAP (Web App Testing)
  • Metasploit Framework (Advanced)

Stay Updated

1. News & Alerts

  • Krebs on Security- Investigative reporting
  • The Record by Recorded Future- Daily briefings

2. Australian Communities

  • AISA Forums- Local expert discussions
  • OWASP Australia Chapters- Meetups & events

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