SG Cyber Report: Phishing, Website Defacements & Infected Systems Fall in 2023

SG Cyber Report: Phishing, Website Defacements & Infected Systems Fall in 2023
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  1. Singapore saw a drop in phishing incidents in 2023, but numbers remain high.
  2. Ransomware cases continue to pose a severe threat in Singapore.
  3. AI is bringing new challenges to cybersecurity in Singapore.

According to the latest sg cyber report, Singapore’s cyber landscape shows improvement, but threats remain high and complex.

SG Cyber Report for 2023

Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) released the Singapore Cyber Landscape (SCL) 2023 on 30 July 2024.

The cyber report gives a full view of cyber threats faced in Singapore.

In 2023, Singapore saw fewer phishing incidents.

Phishing often leads to scams and other cyber threats.

Mr David Koh, Commissioner of Cybersecurity and Chief Executive of CSA, said, “The use of generative AI has brought a new dimension to cyber threats.”

Here are some key highlights to note:

  • About 4,100 phishing attempts were reported in 2023.
  • This is 52% less than the 8,500 cases in 2022.
  • But it’s still 30% higher than in 2021.

Ransomware and Other Cyber Threats

CSA reports, “Phishing attacks continue to be a major threat to organisations and individuals.”

Ransomware cases remain a big problem in Singapore.

In 2023, 132 ransomware cases were reported.

This number is about the same as in 2022.

The number of infected systems dropped by 14% in 2023.

Take a look at this quick table for a clear overview:

Cyber Threat2023 Data
Phishing Incidents4,100 cases
Ransomware Cases132 cases
Infected Systems70,200 systems
Website Defacements108 ‘.sg’ websites

AI and Cybersecurity Challenges

The CSA found that 13% of phishing emails had AI-made content.

This makes these emails more convincing.

Over half of reported phishing URLs in Singapore used the safer HTTPS protocol.

This is up from 9% in 2022.

Banks and financial services were the main targets of phishing.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • 63% of phishing attempts targeted banks and financial services.
  • AI is making cyber threats more complex.
  • Organisations need stronger cybersecurity measures.

Improving Cyber Safety in Singapore

Mr David Koh stressed, “Cybersecurity is a necessary pre-condition to ensure that AI outcomes are safe, secure and trustworthy.”

The drop in phishing may show better cyber habits in organisations.

But old malware still poses risks.

The public is worried about AI making cyber threats worse.

More awareness and training in cybersecurity are needed.

Take a look at this quick table for a clear overview:

Improvement AreaAction Needed
Cyber HygieneContinue improving practices
AI AwarenessIncrease public education
Malware ProtectionUpdate systems regularly
Cybersecurity TrainingEnhance programs for all

Looking Ahead: Singapore’s Cybersecurity Future

The CSA will keep working to make Singapore’s digital space safer.

They will focus on new threats from AI and other tech.

Businesses and people need to stay alert and learn about cyber safety.

Singapore’s cyber landscape is changing fast, and everyone has a part to play in staying safe online.

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