Indonesian cyberattack signals growing threat in Southeast Asia

Philippines and Vietnam are especially prone to debilitating attacks, expert says

20240711 indonesia cyber attack1

Indonesian government agencies have been working to recover data after a large-scale cyberattack in June. (Source photos by Ken Kobayashi and Reuters)

ERWIDA MAULIA and ISMI DAMAYANTI, Nikkei staff writers

JAKARTA -- A recent ransomware attack in Indonesia in which hackers locked up government data at more than 200 agencies highlights the need for stronger cybersecurity in Southeast Asia, experts say, as the region's digital boom exposes it to more frequent and sophisticated online threats.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.