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Kaspersky Report: 1 in 3 Filipinos Face Threats from USBs, Removable Devices

Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky is urging Filipinos to be wary of careless plugging of USBs into their computers unless they have been scanned following the release of data that 36.80% of users in the Philippines were attacked by local threats from January to December 2023. Local threats are malware spread through removable media such as […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

President creates new office vs cybersecurity threats

As the country faces “evolving threats,” President Marcos has reorganized the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency to make it more equipped and capable of dealing with new dangers to national security, including cyber-security threats and weapons of mass destruction......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

President Marcos wants Army to bolster cybersecurity capabilities

Amid “emerging threats” to the country’s stability and sovereignty, President Marcos has called on the Philippine Army to bolster its cybersecurity capabilities and keep up with rapid technological advancements......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Canada extends helping hand to Philippines in tackling cybersecurity

The Canadian government has expressed willingness to help the Philippines address cybersecurity threats, its top diplomat to the country said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Acorda: No need for immediate evacuation over bomb threats

Bomb threats should not immediately result in the evacuation of people from an area, Philippine National Police chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. said on Tuesday as he ordered the reorientation of PNP officers on how to respond to bomb threats......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

House tightens security after lawmakers get bomb threats

The House of Representatives has been placed on heightened alert following threats received by lawmakers and House staff last week, including bomb threats, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said on Monday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

PH businesses warned against rising ransomware, phishing threats

MANILA —Cybersecurity company Fortinet has cautioned Philippine businesses about a potential rise in ransomware and phishing incidents this year. They emphasize that hackers are persistently launching digital attacks to disrupt operations for financial motives. According to a survey by Fortinet and conducted by International Data Corp. (IDC), ransomware and phishing attacks are the primary cyber.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

British Chamber highlights cybersecurity industry in boosting UK-PH trade

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines Executive Director/Trustee Chris Nelson, together with the Department for Business and Trade Philippines Country Director James Thackery discussed the bilateral economic opportunities between the UK and the Philippines, citing significant sectors including cybersecurity, infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, among others. .....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Marcos issues EO adopting 5-year national cybersecurity plan

To strengthen the security and resilience of the country’s cyberspace, President Marcos has issued an order adopting the five-year National Cybersecurity Plan of the Department of Information and Communications Technology......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Marcos issues EO adopting 5-year national cybersecurity plan

To strengthen the security and resilience of the country’s cyberspace, President Marcos has issued an order adopting the five-year National Cybersecurity Plan of the Department of Information and Communications Technology......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Companies State it Takes More Than 6 Months to Fill Cybersecurity Positions

The latest Kaspersky survey found that 48% of companies require over half a year to find a qualified cybersecurity professional. A lack of proven experience was cited as one of the biggest challenges, along with the high cost of hiring and global competition in talent acquisition. With global labor markets continuing to clamor for InfoSec […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

AI in education: Strengthening cybersecurity in K-12 schools, colleges

AI in education: Strengthening cybersecurity in K-12 schools, colleges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Philippines cybersecurity capability upgraded

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) is upgrading its cybersecurity defense and investigative capabilities......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Study reveals shortage of cybersecurity professionals

Study reveals shortage of cybersecurity professionals.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

National Cybersecurity Plan seen as vital defense for digital economy

A consumer advocacy group has lauded the President’s approval of the National Cybersecurity Plan 2024-2029 amid the rising incidence of cyber attacks targeting the government and private sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Strengthening cybersecurity: Unleashing the potential of collective effort, shared values

Earlier this week, the Stratbase Institute held the first major cybersecurity event of the year in partnership with the Embassy of Canada in the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

First major cybersecurity conference opens next week

Top government officials, cyber experts and stakeholders are coming together for the first major cybersecurity event of 2024, organized by international think tank Stratbase Institute......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

EY GDS Announces Plans to Hire Talent for Expanding Cybersecurity Operations in Cebu

EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) has announced that it will be hiring more talent for expnding its cybersecurity operations in Cebu. This announcement follows the successful launch of its advanced, multi-million facility in Manila in September 2019. EY GDS talent expansion plans are in response to the growing need for augmenting its pool of […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

USB hack attacks: Philippines ranks 3rd in SEA

Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky has called on Filipinos to be cautious in plugging in memory storage universal serial bus devices to their computers unless these have been scanned, following the release of data that 36.80 percent of users in the Philippines were attacked by local threats from such devices last year......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Senator calls out loitering China vessels in Philippines Rise

Chinese vessels were caught “loitering” and doing research in Benham Rise, also called Philippine Rise, which is within the country’s exclusive economic zone, Sen. Francis Tolentino said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024