Mr. David Koh, Chief Executive of the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), represented Singapore at the 4th Counter Ransomware Summit (CRI) 2024 held from 30 September to 3 October 2024 in Washington D.C. Singapore and the United Kingdom, as co-chairs of the CRI Policy Pillar, received endorsement from CRI members and insurance bodies on the issuance of a new guidance to organisations on the steps to take during a ransomware incident.

The ninth edition of the SICW will take place from 14 to 17 October 2024, at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore.

Since 2019, the cyber threat landscape for Operational Technology (OT) systems has undergone significant changes. A key shift has been the increase in threat actors seeking to disrupt such systems. Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), cybercriminal groups, and hacktivist groups have increasingly targeted OT environments, capitalising on expanded IT connectivity to exploit vulnerabilities.

Damien Lee is a Senior Consultant in CSA’s Safer Cyberspace Division (SCD), and works on the development of programmes and initiatives to raise the cyber resilience of organisations in Singapore. Outside of work, he enjoys travelling and catching up on his favourite YouTube and Netflix content.

The updates aimed at providing a resilient and secure cyber environment for both Critical and non-Critical Information Infrastructure amidst growing threats in the OT cybersecurity landscape.

The updated Masterplan 2024 reflects the evolving maturity of the OT ecosystem and the dynamic nature of cyber threats targeting OT systems in the wake of geopolitical and technological shifts.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain valuable insight and connect with OT practitioners!

Ng Koh Yew is a Consultant in CSA’s Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) Division, and he is part of the Utilities Cluster, working on strengthening the cyber resilience of Singapore’s Energy Sector. Outside of work, he takes pleasure in crafting the perfect cup of coffee.

This issue of CyberSense looks at several risks of using generative AI systems, such as accidental data leaks and risks of using it to code; misuse of AI for malicious purposes, and what tech firms have done to mitigate data privacy concerns.