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Critical Japanese Government Systems Lack Security Controls

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Japan's Board of Audit identified 58 critical government systems lacking appropriate security controls and management. This comes as the country faces increased cyberattacks, with 447 incidents reported in 2024. Key targets include government systems, with nation-state actors and cybercriminals exploiting vulnerabilities and conducting cyber-espionage and cyber-physical attacks. The threat landscape includes attacks from Chinese and North Korean groups, targeting both government and commercial sectors. The Japanese government is enhancing its cybersecurity posture through legislation and international cooperation, but significant gaps remain in securing critical infrastructure.

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  1. 24.09.2025 03:00 📰 1 articles · ⏱ 15h ago

    58 Critical Japanese Government Systems Lack Security Controls

    Japan's Board of Audit identified 58 critical systems at a dozen government agencies that lack appropriate security controls and management. This revelation comes amid a surge in cyberattacks, with 447 incidents reported in 2024. The findings highlight significant vulnerabilities in Japan's cybersecurity infrastructure, particularly in government systems. The report also notes that 259 of 356 critical systems lack business continuity plans, further exacerbating the risk. Nation-state actors, including Chinese and North Korean groups, are actively targeting Japanese systems, conducting cyber-espionage and cyber-physical attacks.

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