Felicity Oswald, head of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), has raised alarms about the cybersecurity threats posed by countries like China and North Korea. In an interview with Nikkei Asia, Oswald highlighted concerns over the evolving capabilities of these nations to launch cyberattacks globally.
Oswald emphasized that China and North Korea are among the most worrisome countries in terms of cybersecurity threats. She pointed out that China’s recent activities in cyberspace should be a cause for concern for everyone.
The NCSC is particularly worried about how Chinese laws require vulnerabilities in software to be reported to the government first, which goes against global cybersecurity norms.
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According to Oswald, the threats aren’t just from nation-states like China and North Korea but also from criminal actors worldwide, including Russia. She stressed that the proliferation of cyber threats has made it possible for any country to purchase cyber tools or malware to target businesses and entities in other nations.
The NCSC, which monitors cybersecurity for the UK, focuses on four major nation-states: China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Oswald reiterated that the increasing complexity and frequency of cyber challenges demand heightened vigilance and international cooperation to mitigate risks effectively.
Oswald emphasized the need for global cybersecurity standards and collaboration to tackle the growing menace of cyber threats emanating from both state and non-state actors. She urged governments and businesses worldwide to prioritize cybersecurity measures to protect against potential cyberattacks that could have severe economic and security implications.
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