Country : PK
Actor: funksec
Source: http://funksec.top/punjab.gov.pk
Discovered: 2025-01-23 13:38:14.905063
Published: 2025-01-23 13:38:14.905063
Description :
- Official website of the Government of Punjab, Pakistan.
- Serves as a platform for e-governance.
- Hosts information on various government departments.
- Provides updates on policies and services.
- Aims to increase transparency in government operations.
- Enhances efficiency in delivering services to citizens.
About Country: Pakistan (PK) – Cybersecurity Perspective and Ransomware Cases
– Cybersecurity Landscape:
– Rapid digital transformation leading to increased cyber threats.
– Development of the Pakistan Cybersecurity Policy aimed at enhancing national cyber defense.
– Establishment of the National Response Center for Cyber Crime (NR3C) to tackle and investigate cybercrimes.
– Ransomware Incidence:
– Growing concern over ransomware attacks targeting public institutions, healthcare sectors, and businesses.
– Notable cases include breaches affecting banking systems and local enterprises, resulting in significant financial loss.
– Reports indicate a rise in ransomware groups targeting Pakistani organizations, exploiting vulnerabilities.
– Government Response:
– Enhanced collaboration with international cybersecurity organizations for threat intelligence sharing.
– Initiatives for public awareness and training programs to fight against cyber threats, including ransomware.
– Challenges:
– Limited resources and expertise in cybersecurity amongst small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
– Underreported incidents due to fear of reputational damage or lack of awareness about reporting mechanisms.
– Future Outlook:
– Increased emphasis on developing skilled cybersecurity professionals.
– Future policies likely to focus on strengthening regulations and protecting critical infrastructure against emerging cyber threats.