Is Smart Nation a safe nation?

A fundamental belief behind the success of a Smart Nation it is secure. How can Singapore ensure that the country remains safe?

As the government connects more infrastructure with sensors to layout the foundation, their security becomes more critical. Transport, electricity, water, banking and health services all rely on the ability to get accurate data.

Israel-based company Check Point says that “by altering the commands sent to the controllers, or by changing sensors readings, attackers can create changes in electrical, chemical, mechanical or other processes”.

A report by the company shows to ensure that Singapore’s connected infrastructure does not become a risk to citizens. It shows how attackers can take control of such systems and turn them against the country.

And it shares steps towards a strategy to protect critical infrastructure against hackers. Download this report to find out more from Check Point on this topic.