Boost cybersecurity efforts in Indo-Pacific nations for enhanced protection and security

TLDR:

• China is increasingly using cyberattacks as a geopolitical weapon.
• Indo-Pacific nations need to focus more on cybersecurity.

Recent developments show that China is embracing cyberattacks as a geopolitical tool, highlighting the need for Indo-Pacific nations to prioritize cybersecurity. Vivek Chilukuri, a senior fellow and director of the technology and national security program at the Center for a New American Security, emphasizes the importance of fortifying defenses against cyberthreats. Generative AI technology is making it easier for lay hackers to generate convincing phishing attacks in multiple languages, magnifying the threats faced by nations. Chilukuri suggests that while AI can be used to enhance cybersecurity defenses, it is crucial for countries to work together to share information and bolster their cyber defense networks. By collaborating and investing in cybersecurity measures, Indo-Pacific nations can better protect themselves against cyber threats in an increasingly interconnected world.