Regulations Rising, Risks Persisting: The Cybersecurity Crossroads Facing Australian Hospitality

• Australian hospitality is facing rising cyber threats as ransomware attacks, third-party breaches, and AI-enhanced phishing campaigns increase in frequency and sophistication.
• New regulations, including the Privacy Act reforms and critical infrastructure laws, are reshaping compliance expectations—but enforcement gaps and limited sector coverage remain vulnerabilities.
• High-profile breaches at Pizza Hut Australia, TFE Hotels, and ClubsNSW reveal systemic risks, especially around third-party vendors, legacy systems, and insufficient preventative controls.

The hospitality industry’s cybersecurity posture is approaching an inflection point.