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Quishing is on the rise. Here’s how to spot it and defend yourself
By: Germaine Tan, VP of Cyber Risk Management, Darktrace We’re all familiar with QR codes. Go to a café, and chances are they’ll have a QR code on their menu to make ordering seamless. Many products now feature a QR code on their packaging to make finding information about what you’re buying easier. In fact, Juniper…
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Privilege Access Management: Keep Attackers Outside the Gates
By: Nick Turnbull, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan, BeyondTrust Last February, Singapore observed several instances in which user data that were stored on Network Access Storage (NAS) systems were erased. In each incident, a ransom note was left behind, demanding cryptocurrencies to restore the data. According to the Singapore Police Force (SPF), threat actors gained access to…
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Commentary: Three ways employees can spot a deepfake scam
By: Sadiq Iqbal, Evangelist & Cyber security Advisor, Check Point Software Technologies, Australia/New Zealand Deepfakes have surged into the consumer and commercial consciousness alike owing to their growing sophistication. The ability to mimic a human at a higher quality than is now much more possible than ever before. That’s because access to the AI tools…
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How Asia Pacific organisations can better navigate AI-powered threats, data privacy and supply chain security challenges in 2024
By: Michal Lewy Harush, CIO, Aqua Security Looking further into the year 2024, Moshe Weis, CISO, Aqua Security identified three major threats that will continue to be top of mind for security teams globally and in the Asia Pacific region. Worthy of first mention are AI-powered threats and mitigation. This is far from surprising with the increasing adoption of AI in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity strategies. As AI-driven threat actors become more sophisticated, organisations, too must deploy AI-driven…
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Zero Trust Security: From Optional to Essential
By: Jess Ng, Country Head, Singapore & Brunei, Fortinet In today’s digital-first era, Singapore faces a critical juncture in its approach to cybersecurity. With the growing adoption of hybrid and remote working models, the vulnerabilities within our digital infrastructures have never been more exposed. A 2023 survey commissioned by Fortinet, in collaboration with IDC, sheds light…
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QR code phishing attacks (Quishing): What to know and how to stay secure
By: Josh Cigna, Solutions Architect at Yubico If you immediately think of email when you think of phishing, you’re not alone. However, a new form of a text-based scam is making waves – highlighted by a seemingly legitimate text from the USPS which lets receivers know that their “package” arrived at the warehouse. To receive the…
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Singapore Budget 2024: Tech Leaders React
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of Singapore, Lawrence Wong, recently announced the Singapore Budget 2024. The budget includes various allocations for social, living, and learning support, as well as industry investment in technology. Here’s what technology leaders have to say about the budget. Sam Liew, Chief Executive, Government Strategic Business Group, NCS “We are…
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12 questions to ask for organisations to know where your software security initiatives (SSI) stand
By: Lekshmi Nair, Managing Principal, Synopsys Software Integrity Group In today’s digital landscape, insecure software can pose significant risks to businesses. Imagine the damage if a financial institution gets breached due to a security loophole in the software — It’s not just jeopardising sensitive data and intellectual property. There will also be financial loss from…
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Hello. It’s me. How do I know that it’s you?
Love may be blind but take a closer look when it is digital, as it could be a scam By: Jacqueline Jayne – Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4 Valentine’s Day is upon us but unfortunately romance scams have taken a turn for the worst. Generative AI has infiltrated nearly every aspect of our lives with incredible positive advancements for the greater good. Conversely, AI has provided…
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Are Android Devices Safe to Use?
Android devices have faced criticism for vulnerabilities, prompting concerns about the operating system’s commitment to security amidst its reputation for creativity and versatility. This is understandable as it’s the operating system that facilitated online scams, tricking users into downloading unofficial apps, resulting in financial losses for the victims. But Android is not exactly the issue…