A breach every month raises doubts about South Koreas digital defenses | TechCrunch

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  • South Korea is reeling from a string of high-profile hacks, affecting credit card companies, telecoms, tech startups, and government agencies.
  • Critics argue that South Korea’s cyber defenses are hindered by a fragmented system of government ministries and agencies.
  • This year alone, there has been a major cybersecurity incident in South Korea almost every month, further mounting concerns over the resilience of its digital infrastructure.
  • In light of the recent surge in hacking incidents, the South Korean Presidential Office is stepping in to tighten defenses.
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