According to a recent study by Kaspersky, globally, critical infrastructure, oil & gas and energy organizations suffered the biggest number of cyber incidents due to improper budget allocation (25%). In Asia Pacific, however, the retail industry experienced the greatest number of successful cyberattacks in the past 24 months. The latest survey also revealed 19% of… Continue reading Retail industry sees most cyber incidents in APAC due to lack of cybersecurity budget
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Safer and More Convenient: Nearly 2 in 10 in APAC embrace digital payments during the pandemic
Fresh research from Kaspersky reveals e-wallet and mobile banking adoption trailing closely behind cash use in the region Is cash still king in Asia Pacific (APAC)? Kaspersky’s recent study showed it still is, but may not be for long. Titled “Mapping a secure path for the future of digital payments in APAC”, the research studied… Continue reading Safer and More Convenient: Nearly 2 in 10 in APAC embrace digital payments during the pandemic
Ransomware 2.0 employs “pressure tactic” to prey on organizations’ digital reputation in APAC
Kaspersky expert shares how enterprises and public entities can keep targeted ransomware gangs at bay Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky recently revealed in a virtual conference that 2020’s cybersecurity “disease” is targeted ransomware. Also dubbed as “Ransomware 2.0”, this type of attack goes beyond kidnapping a company’s or an organization’s data. These groups are now utilizing… Continue reading Ransomware 2.0 employs “pressure tactic” to prey on organizations’ digital reputation in APAC
Parents in APAC hide their private data from their kids more than cybercriminals
Singapore-based psychologist suggests “collectivistic attitude” of moms and dads in the region makes them keep confidential matters to their kids for the sake of respect and reputation Online users are well aware that kids can be naughty and hide their online activities from their parents. Previous studies by Kaspersky have since revealed that children have… Continue reading Parents in APAC hide their private data from their kids more than cybercriminals
The Secret is Out: 4-in-10 online users in APAC faced private data leak
Majority expresses concern on virtual privacy, while some are still willing to exchange confidential information for freebies A recent survey conducted by global cybersecurity company Kaspersky has revealed that 40% of consumers from the Asia Pacific (APAC) have faced incidents where their private information was accessed by someone who did not have their consent. This… Continue reading The Secret is Out: 4-in-10 online users in APAC faced private data leak
A Fresh Look for A Fresh Year: Kaspersky rebrands offices in APAC to welcome 2020
Global cybersecurity company gears up for a new year with a new mission – building a safer world Kaspersky today unveils the new look of its offices across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, led by the global cybersecurity company’s regional headquarters in Harbourfront Tower One, Singapore. With freshly painted walls and an updated logo welcoming… Continue reading A Fresh Look for A Fresh Year: Kaspersky rebrands offices in APAC to welcome 2020