We are excited to celebrate the successful completion of the 2024 NTU Cyber Security Day!

In an era where digital infrastructure underpins nearly every aspect of our lives, from banking, automotive to healthcare, the integrity of our software supply chain has never been more critical. Recent data from cybersecurity experts paints a stark picture: software supply chain attacks are occurring at an alarming rate of one every two days in 2024. This surge in attacks, targeting U.S. companies and IT providers most frequently, poses a severe threat to national security and economic stability.

How can we better identify and neutralize malicious packages in the PyPI ecosystem to safeguard our open-source software?

A critical software supply chain vulnerability was recently averted when security researcher Adnan Khan uncovered a severe flaw in the GitHub repository Puppet Forge in early July 2024. Dubbed RoguePuppet, this vulnerability would have allowed any GitHub user to push official modules to the repository of Puppet, a widely-used open-source configuration management tool.

In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern. With the increasing connectivity and complexity of modern vehicles, manufacturers face unprecedented challenges in ensuring the safety and security of their products. The introduction of regulations like UN R155 and R156 has further emphasized the need for robust cybersecurity measures throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

Amid the 2024 Paris Olympics, a ransomware attack has hit the IT systems of approximately 40 French museums, including venues hosting Olympic events such as the Grand Palais. While these cyberattacks have not impacted the ongoing Olympic events, they highlight the persistent threat facing our cultural institutions and the urgency of securing critical infrastructures​​. (https://www.politico.eu/article/french-museums-olympics-venue-hit-with-cyberattack/)