Cybersecurity

  • Technology NewsHow to detect and prevent phishing attacks

    How to detect and prevent phishing attacks

    One of the worst feelings is realizing you got scammed. Phishing attacks are a common threat in the digital age, targeting individuals and organizations to steal sensitive information. Understanding and recognizing these attacks is crucial for safeguarding personal and financial data. This guide will help you understand phishing attacks, identify their common types and characteristics, and implement effective strategies to…

  • Business NewsThai firms urged to boost cybersecurity with AI-threat prevention

    Thai firms urged to boost cybersecurity with AI-threat prevention

    Investment in preventive measures against internal threats is crucial for Thai organisations to enhance cybersecurity measures and avoid financial losses and reputational damage, according to Bluebik Titans, a cybersecurity consultancy. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the trend of data detection and response (DDR) in data security, with DDR potentially becoming a more powerful tool than data loss…

  • Business NewsThailand’s cybersecurity spend critical as cybercrime costs surge

    Thailand’s cybersecurity spend critical as cybercrime costs surge

    Thailand’s current expenditure on cybersecurity stands starkly low at just 0.2% of corporate revenue, despite the looming surge in cybercrime-related costs projected to reach US$10.5 trillion globally by 2025, according to cybersecurity firm Fortinet. Krungthai Compass, the research division of Krungthai Bank, anticipates that Thailand’s cybersecurity investment will climb to 18 billion baht (US$490 million) by 2025. This growth, averaging…

  • Thailand NewsBank of Thailand intensifies crackdown on mule accounts

    Bank of Thailand intensifies crackdown on mule accounts

    The Bank of Thailand (BoT) intensified efforts to crack down on mule bank accounts used for fraudulent financial activities by placing a freeze on any suspicious accounts, in a move to disrupt criminal operations. Deputy Governor for Financial Institution Stability at the BoT, Ronnadol Numnonda revealed that last year, a decree on measures to prevent and suppress technological crime was…

  • Thailand NewsThe ultimate guide to VPNs for Thailand: Security, streaming, and speed

    The ultimate guide to VPNs for Thailand: Security, streaming, and speed

    People in Thailand may want to use VPNs for different reasons. These reasons may include viewing the sites they want to access in their country or certain security concerns. Whatever the case, using a VPN is quite easy and involves a few very simple steps. If you live in Thailand and you are not sure how to use a VPN,…

  • Thailand NewsThai health ministry assures data security amid breach rumours

    Thai health ministry assures data security amid breach rumours

    The Public Health Ministry of Thailand, under the leadership of Cholnan Srikaew, assured the public of the safety and security of patient data in their system. This response was prompted by a rumour suggesting a breach that exposed the personal information of more than 2.2 million Thai citizens. The rumour originated from the Rural Doctors Society (RDS), which alleged that…

  • Business NewsTKC aims for cybersecurity sector growth in Thailand

    TKC aims for cybersecurity sector growth in Thailand

    Turnkey Communication Services (TKC), a digital solutions provider listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), has set its sights on the cybersecurity sector, forecasting that it will account for 5% of its total income this year. This ambitious move comes as part of a broader strategy to achieve double-digit annual growth over the next five years. TKC’s chief executive…

  • Business NewsAIS partners with ministry byte cyber threats in Thailand

    AIS partners with ministry byte cyber threats in Thailand

    Advanced Info Service Plc (AIS), in a significant partnership with the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, has undertaken an initiative to tackle cybersecurity challenges. Under the Aunjai Cyber syllabus, the collaboration aims to arm both the ministry’s staff and the public with indispensable digital intelligence skills. AIS Chief Executive Somchai Lertsutiwong emphasised the importance of the partnership with…

  • Thailand NewsThai bank officer nabbed for selling customer data in Nonthaburi

    Thai bank officer nabbed for selling customer data in Nonthaburi

    A Thai bank loan officer has been arrested for selling the personal data of over 5,000 customers, a lucrative side business that netted him tens of thousands of baht per month for over the past two years. The capture took place at 11am today, at the Technology Crime Suppression Division in Mueang Thong Thani. The digital economy and society minister,…

  • Thailand NewsKhon Kaen Buddhism director scammed of 1.19 million baht

    Khon Kaen Buddhism director scammed of 1.19 million baht

    The director of the Office of Buddhism in Khon Kaen has fallen victim to a scam, resulting in a loss of over 1.19 million baht (US$32,973), leaving a mere 87 satang (US$0.024) in their bank account. The director, who had unknowingly sent their phone number—which was not linked to any bank—to what appeared to be a legitimate airline’s line account,…

  • Business NewsOver 1,000 digital platform operators register with Thailand’s ETDA

    Over 1,000 digital platform operators register with Thailand’s ETDA

    Digital platform service (DPS) operators in Thailand are flocking to register with the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) system, with over 1,000 already signed up. This comes in response to the DPS law implemented on August 21 last year, aimed at creating transparency and enhancing consumer protection in the digital space. The ETDA is set to issue its ETDA DPS…

  • Thailand NewsThai, US officials to discuss cybersecurity following call scam outbreak

    Thai, US officials to discuss cybersecurity following call scam outbreak

    A cybersecurity discussion is on the agenda between Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara and US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, as a result of call scammers fraudulently using the names of Thai diplomats. This issue was brought to light during a meeting with Thai officials at the Thai embassy in Washington DC, according to the Thai ambassador to the United…

  • Thailand NewsDark web leak reveals 19.7 million Thai older persons’ personal data

    Dark web leak reveals 19.7 million Thai older persons’ personal data

    A dark web data leak has exposed the personal details of 19.7 million members of the Department of Older Persons (DOP) in Thailand, sparking the Thailand Consumers Council to prompt immediate action. The council has implored the DOP to enlighten its members about the potential risks they face and to devise strategies that will ensure the protection of their data.…

  • Thailand NewsHuawei Thailand secures prime minister’s cybersecurity excellence award

    Huawei Thailand secures prime minister’s cybersecurity excellence award

    For the second year running, Huawei Thailand has secured the esteemed Prime Minister Awards: Thailand Cybersecurity Excellence Award 2023, underscoring the firm’s unwavering commitment to bolstering Thailand’s cybersecurity standards. The award was presented to Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co Ltd, headed by CEO David Li, by the Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Prasert Jantararuangtong, yesterday. These accolades are conferred upon…

  • Business NewsThailand ramps up fight against online IP infringements

    Thailand ramps up fight against online IP infringements

    Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai ordered the Intellectual Property Department to accelerate measures against online intellectual property (IP) infringements. The proliferation of such violations on digital platforms, he noted, not only damages IP owners, predominantly entrepreneurs but also tarnishes Thailand’s image. In response to this, small and medium-sized enterprises are being encouraged to boost their comprehension of IP rights. This includes…

  • Business NewsCyberattacks plague Thailand: Over 10 annual incidents cause significant losses

    Cyberattacks plague Thailand: Over 10 annual incidents cause significant losses

    A recent survey reveals that more than half of Thai organisations have experienced over 10 cyberattack incidents in the past year, leading to significant financial losses. The report, released by US-based cloud connectivity firm Cloudflare Inc., highlights the urgent need for Thai businesses to strengthen their cybersecurity infrastructure. According to a data breach report commissioned by IBM, the global average cost…

  • Business NewsThailand biz shields up: Low cyberattacks, high cybersecurity worries in ASEAN

    Thailand biz shields up: Low cyberattacks, high cybersecurity worries in ASEAN

    In the past year, Thai corporations experienced the lowest number of disruptive cyberattacks among ASEAN nations, with only 22% reporting an increase in incidents by 50% or more, according to a recent survey by global cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks. However, cybersecurity remains a significant concern for Thai businesses as they grapple with increasingly complex threats. The survey, which examined…

  • Press RoomExploring the world of ethical hacking

    Exploring the world of ethical hacking

    Ethical hacking is the practice of using hacking techniques to test the security of a computer system or network. Ethical hackers, also known as white hat hackers, are hired by organisations to find and fix security vulnerabilities before malicious hackers can exploit them. In its article, CyberGhost talked about ethical hackers and the need for more professional and ethical hackers…

  • Business NewsChatGPT security: Asia-Pacific tops list in account breaches, Group-IB reveals

    ChatGPT security: Asia-Pacific tops list in account breaches, Group-IB reveals

    In a comprehensive study conducted by the international cybersecurity corporation Group-IB, over 100,000 infiltrated ChatGPT accounts have been detected in concealed Internet marketplaces. In the last year, the majority of these ChatGPT credentials were discovered within the Asia-Pacific region, threatening ChatGPT security. Through the close survey of stealer-riddled devices, Group-IB identified upwards of 101,134 technological instruments storing saved ChatGPT credentials.…

  • Business NewsSASE survey reveals security incidents doubled in Thailand amid remote work shift

    SASE survey reveals security incidents doubled in Thailand amid remote work shift

    A recent SASE survey reveals that Thailand has seen at least double the number of security incidents in 2021 compared to the previous year, primarily due to the rise in hybrid working environments. The study, commissioned by Fortinet, highlights the challenges faced by businesses in securing the ‘branch-office-of-one’ setup amid the shift to remote work. Rashish Pandey, vice president of…

  • Business NewsChina cybersecurity watchdog fails Micron, urges halt on chip purchases

    China cybersecurity watchdog fails Micron, urges halt on chip purchases

    China’s cybersecurity watchdog has announced that US semiconductor company Micron failed its national security review, urging operators of “critical information infrastructure” to cease purchasing its products. This marks a new development in the ongoing chip dispute between the US and China, with the US seeking to limit Beijing’s access to advanced semiconductors. In March, Chinese authorities initiated a review of…