Japan to Require Cyber Defenses in Infrastructure Sector: Nikkei

Japan will require companies in 14 key infrastructure sectors, including finance, telecom and transport, to prepare for possible cyberattacks, Nikkei reports, without attribution.

• Companies will be asked to clarify accountability for their cybersecurity plans, have the capability to deal with threats and create an organizational structure for handling emergencies
• The plan will be specified in key infrastructure action plan, which will be revised by April and take effect in fiscal 2022
• The government will also urge companies to deal with supply chain risks, including information leakage
• Also considering conducting screenings before companies introduce new equipment

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