Cyfirma says India has faced higher threats from state-sponsored attackers in H1

Mumbai: Singapore-based cybersecurity firm CYFIRMA in its India Threat Landscape Report 2020 has said that due to increased digital adoption in India but low cyber maturity, more nations have been trying to ‘breach India’s security parameters.’ Nations cited in the report include North Korea, Pakistan and China who according to the company have stepped up attacks and threats against Indian networks.

The report noted that Cyfirma recorded extended conversations in the Chinese hacking communities where hackers expressed frustration with India. Potential targets discussed included media firms, telecommunication companies, government websites including defence related agencies, Indian Pharma companies, smartphone manufacturers among others.