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Japan launches nationwide survey after major cyberattacks

By Drooid · Oct 7, 2026, 10:57 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Japan’s government launched a nationwide survey of recent cyberattacks after dozens of companies reported data breaches.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said authorities are gathering information to assess overall damage.
Park24 disclosed a breach that compromised 6.6 million accounts in late September.
GMO Research reported unauthorized access affecting up to 948,498 users and ¥2.9 million in gift codes.
National Police Agency and ResearchWorks will release survey results on cyberattack methods in March.

History

Historical Context

April 2011’s PlayStation Network breach exposed personal data of roughly 77 million users and halted service for 24 days, drawing criticism of Sony’s security. The incident spurred Japan’s 2014 Cybersecurity Basic Act and a coordinated reporting framework involving the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the National Police Agency, and industry. Minoru Kihara’s recent survey of attacks on Park24 and GMO Research highlights the reforms’ ongoing impact.

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Story summary

Japan’s government launched a nationwide survey of recent cyberattacks after dozens of companies reported data breaches.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said authorities are gathering information to assess overall damage.
Park24 disclosed a breach that compromised 6.6 million accounts in late September.
GMO Research reported unauthorized access affecting up to 948,498 users and ¥2.9 million in gift codes.
National Police Agency and ResearchWorks will release survey results on cyberattack methods in March.

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