Watchdog accused of same security lapses it fined Optus for - AFR

Australian regulator ACMA faces accusations of security lapses similar to those it penalized Optus for Australia's communications watchdog ACMA is being accused of committing the same security vulnerabilities it previously fined telecommunications company Optus for. The allegations highlight potential hypocrisy in regulatory enforcement, raising questions about the regulator's own cybersecurity practices and standards. This incident underscores broader concerns about data protection and security compliance across the Australian telecommunications industry, where both regulators and providers face scrutiny for maintaining adequate safeguards against breaches and unauthorized access.