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Rising Ransomware Threatens Asia-Pacific: Firms Urged to Act

9/3/2025

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Ransomware threats are rising in India and the Asia-Pacific, impacting critical sectors such as manufacturing and telecom.
Australian firms are less resilient than global counterparts, with only 62% prioritizing cybersecurity amid increasing risks.
Jaguar Land Rover reported a significant IT security incident, reflecting a broader trend of cyberattacks in the automotive sector.
Companies are encouraged to implement proactive cybersecurity strategies and invest structurally rather than reactively.

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Story summary

Ransomware threats are rising in India and the Asia-Pacific, impacting critical sectors such as manufacturing and telecom.
Australian firms are less resilient than global counterparts, with only 62% prioritizing cybersecurity amid increasing risks.
Jaguar Land Rover reported a significant IT security incident, reflecting a broader trend of cyberattacks in the automotive sector.
Companies are encouraged to implement proactive cybersecurity strategies and invest structurally rather than reactively.