PROMOTE COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY The prevalence of ICT and the Internet has transformed the way we work, play, live, learn and connect with one another. Just as we lock our doors and keep our keys safe in the physical world, we have a similar responsibility to stay safe in the cyber world. Individuals now keep more of their friends’ and families’ personal data than ever before on personal devices. The stakes are higher for businesses as they are custodians of computerised data that are vital to operations and impact customers’ lives. Cybersecurity is a collective responsibility and a way of putting Total Defence into action to keep Singapore safe. Everyone, whether individuals or businesses, has a role in creating a safer cyberspace. Stay informed Recognising that businesses and individuals can reduce cyber incidents by taking basic measures, the Government has taken steps to educate the public on cybersecurity since the first Infocomm Security Masterplan was launched in 2005. This needs to be a continuous effort as “old” technology gets upgraded with smart features. Today, 8 in 10 Singapore residents install anti-virus software on their computers but only 3 in 10 do so on their smartphones². CSA will keep the public updated on new cybersecurity measures to keep pace with technological changes. We will continue existing outreach programmes such as the Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign which started since 2011. We will also broaden their reach across age groups, and to include both individuals and businesses. We will leverage national security awareness building platforms such as the Total Defence and Let’s Stand Together campaigns to raise appreciation of the role of cybersecurity for a strong and prepared nation. We will expand the range of resources on the GoSafeOnline web portal and other critical social media platforms. Public education can be more effective through collaborative projects across the government, industry and community. The Inter-Ministry Cyber Wellness Steering Committee brings cyber-wellness messages to youths and has reached more than 245,000 participants through 25 supported projects since 2009. Another example is the Cyber Security Awareness Alliance, which brought together government agencies, private enterprises, and professional associations to promote the adoption of essential cybersecurity practices. Since its formation in 2008, the Alliance has reached out to various audiences through exhibitions, clinics and talks. "Having strong security technology is not enough […] training employees in cybersecurity is critical. " Mr Teo Siong Seng, Singapore Business Federation Chairman, 2015 National Security Conference 2015, In Conversation - How ready are Singapore Companies? Make cybersecurity a business priority For sustained and sustainable cybersecurity adoption, cyber risks should be recognised and treated as important business risks. Trade Associations and Chambers (TACs) play an important role in reaching out to businesses. Trade Associations and Chambers (TACs) play an important role in improving the cybersecurity of their members’ business operations. The Government will continue engaging TACs to help their members tap on grants and resources to adopt cybersecurity measures and develop cybersecurity capabilities. We will also work with TACs to advocate the Security-by-Design approach and incorporate cybersecurity holistically into business risk management. Tap on government cybersecurity expertise Businesses may find it challenging to keep pace with new cyber threats. SingCERT, which was set up in 1997 to facilitate the detection, resolution and prevention of cybersecurity related incidents, will deepen its threat discovery and analysis capabilities to deal with the evolving local cyber threat environment. SingCERT will expand its capacity to facilitate the sharing of cybersecurity information with the business community, while ensuring that sensitive corporate and personal data are protected. It will also partner the industry and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) to support cybersecurity resource centres for businesses and individuals. ¹ The Singapore Government introduced Total Defence in 1984 as a concept to involve every Singaporean in playing a part, individually and collectively, to build a strong, secure and cohesive nation. It involves all Singaporeans in the following five aspects: military defence, civil defence, economic defence, psychological defence and social defence. ² Infocomm Development Authority (IDA) Infocomm Usage by Households and Individuals Survey 2014 ³ Ministry of Education (MOE) Press Release on 7th Call for Proposals on Cyber Wellness Projects 32 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 2 33