The Pakistan Government is addressing a significant rise in cyber threats, particularly ransomware attacks, targeting the country’s industrial control systems (ICS). A recent cybersecurity report highlights a 20% increase in ransomware attacks, with 27% of Pakistan’s ICS computers exposed to such risks, surpassing global averages. Critical infrastructure sectors are increasingly vulnerable to these cyber threats.
The Pakistan Government is enhancing its digital defenses by adopting cybersecurity measures to safeguard key sectors and ensure the integrity of digital infrastructure. Global collaboration is key to countering the evolving cyber risks impacting industrial and automation systems.