May 2023

PDPA Standards: Essential Cybersecurity Measures to Follow Data has become a critical asset in the digital age. As data collection and processing grow, so does the need for stringent data protection measures. In Singapore, the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA) is the key legislation that outlines the standards and Read more…

Why your business cannot afford to ignore a Data Protection Officer  In the contemporary digital era, data has become a vital asset for businesses across the globe. With this increasing reliance on data, there comes a responsibility to protect and manage it effectively. A crucial component in this endeavor is Read more…

On December 24, 2021, an online furniture retailer known as Fortytwo reported a security incident to the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC). The incident involved malicious code injections on their website, which compromised the email addresses and passwords of 6,241 individuals who had logged into the site. Further, the personal Read more…

Cybersecurity Threats: How Employee Actions Can Lead to Organizational Data Breaches We often hear stories of individuals who fall victim to cyber scams, but have you ever considered how these incidents could impact an organization’s cybersecurity? A recent case in Singapore involving a retiree serves as a cautionary tale of Read more…

The Human Element: How a Simple QR Scan Can Lead to Organizational Cybersecurity Breaches In an era where technology advances at an unprecedented pace, cybersecurity threats have evolved just as rapidly. A recent incident in Singapore highlights just how easily these threats can infiltrate unsuspecting victims and, by extension, potentially Read more…

VA Scans vs. VAPT: Why knowing the difference matters Vulnerability Assessment Scans and Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) are both crucial components of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, but they serve different purposes and offer different insights. Understanding the difference between the two is essential for an organization to effectively Read more…

The crucial role of penetration testing in ensuring MCTC security: Safeguarding your infrastructure and minimizing risks As technology advances, so do the threats posed by cybercriminals. Organizations, including Management and Control Technology Centers (MCTCs), must employ comprehensive security measures to protect their infrastructure and minimize possible risks.  One effective method Read more…

Data Protection Officers and PDPA: Essential strategies for ensuring compliance In today’s digital era, data privacy has gained increasing prominence, prompting organizations in Singapore to adhere to the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) to guarantee the safeguarding and appropriate management of personal data. Enacted in 2012 and revised in 2020, Read more…