Asia Pacific becomes the new ground zero for cybercrime>
– FutureCFO Editors
The increased number of sophisticated attacks in the region gives real cause for concern, as seen in the case of the popular 3CX phone service application which was turned into a trojan as part of a supply attack, said Vivek Gullapalli, Chief Information Security Officer, APAC, Check Point Software Technologies.The shift towards remote work has increased reliance on digital communication and collaboration tools, exposing organisations to new security risks as cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in remote access systems and unsecured access points within the home.The increased usage of tools like video conferencing, cloud storage, and file-sharing platforms has become a breeding ground for potential security breaches, with threat actors targeting weak security settings, unpatched software, and unsuspecting users to gain unauthorised access to sensitive data.Enhanced intelligence sharing among organisations, governments, and cybersecurity agencies can help prevent attacks and proactively address emerging threats.Following the examples of countries like Singapore, creating dedicated task forces focused on cybersecurity can help coordinate efforts, share best practices, and develop comprehensive strategies to combat cybercrime effectively.By creating a regulatory framework that emphasises cybersecurity, APAC countries can encourage organisations to prioritise security measures and adopt best practices.
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