"The government's approach to cybersecurity remains largely reactive, treating it as a crisis management issue rather than as critical national infrastructure," Brian Pak, the chief executive of Seoul-based cybersecurity firm Theori, told TechCrunch. Pak, who also serves as an advisor to SK Telecom's parent company's special committee on cybersecurity innovations, told TechCrunch that because government agencies tasked with cybersecurity work in silos, developing digital defenses and training skilled workers often get overlooked."
"South Korea is world-famous for its blazing-fast internet, near-universal broadband coverage, and as a leader in digital innovation, hosting global tech brands like Hyundai, LG, and Samsung. But this very success has made the country a prime target for hackers and exposed how fragile its cybersecurity defenses remain. The country is reeling from a string of high-profile hacks, affecting credit card companies, telecoms, tech startups, and government agencies, impacting vast swathes of the South Korean population."
South Korea has world-class internet and hosts major tech brands but faces cascading cyberattacks that exposed fragile defenses. High-profile hacks hit credit card companies, telecoms, startups, and government agencies, affecting large portions of the population. Government ministries and regulators often respond in parallel, deferring to one another rather than coordinating, creating slow and uncoordinated reactions. No single agency functions as a first responder after attacks. Agencies work in silos, hindering development of digital defenses and workforce training. A severe shortage of skilled cybersecurity experts worsens the problem, creating a vicious cycle that prevents proactive defenses.
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