Cybersecurity has become a business priority in Singapore. With cyber threats growing and government requirements tightening, companies — especially SMEs — need a practical way to show they are taking security seriously. That’s where Cyber Essentials, a certification developed by the Cybersecurity Agency of Singapore (CSA), comes in. It sets out a simple, achievable baseline…
In cybersecurity, Security Through Obscurity (STO) is the notion that hiding system details—like code, architecture, or configurations—can keep attackers at bay. At best, it’s a temporary deterrent. At worst, it’s a dangerous illusion that collapsed defenses once the secret is out. Recent events around Microsoft’s tightening of its Active Protections Program (MAPP) highlight why obscurity…
In Singapore’s competitive government project scene, winning the tender often feels like the hardest part. But for many M&E vendors, the real challenge — and the real cost — comes after the win. Time and again, we see vendors discover after signing the contract that the project includes strict government cybersecurity compliance requirements. These requirements…
In the past, Operational Technology (OT) systems ran in isolated, air-gapped environments. But times have changed. Modern industrial systems are increasingly integrated with IT networks, exposed to external vendors, cloud platforms, and remote access. This convergence brings tremendous efficiency gains — but also new cybersecurity risks. Recent attacks such as UNC3886 have shown how OT…
As more Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) vendors take on projects involving Operational Technology (OT) in critical infrastructure — from defense facilities to surveillance networks — cybersecurity is no longer optional. It’s a fundamental requirement. Whether you’re deploying SCADA systems for water treatment or installing sensors in a defense facility, your OT systems are now part…
Imagine you just received your penetration test report. You scroll down and see only a couple of low-severity issues — maybe a clickjacking vulnerability or a misconfigured HTTP header. No critical bugs. No SQL injection. No exposed admin portals. Should you be relieved? Happy? Or maybe… a little concerned? ⸻ What Low or No Findings…
If you are a Singapore government vendor, such as a provider of CCTV systems or Building Management Systems (BMS), you will likely encounter cybersecurity terms like DAST, SAST, VAPT, SSAT and SSCT frequently in project requirements. These tests are critical to ensuring the security and compliance of systems, particularly for on-premise or air-gapped deployments. Their differences…
When working on government projects, security compliance is not a box-ticking exercise—it’s a contractual requirement with real impact on deployment timelines, payment milestones and long-term credibility. But what happens when a project component doesn’t fully meet the SSCT or Cybersecurity requirements? Are you out of options? Not necessarily. The Role of Waivers in SSCT or…
For many vendors supporting government projects—particularly those supplying Field Devices, CCTV systems or Building Automation / Management Systems (BMS)—the Security Compliance Testing (SSCT) requirements often comes as an unexpected hurdle. It’s not uncommon: your solution is technically ready, the integration is working, and the project is on track… until the email comes in:“Please submit your…
Singapore’s digital infrastructure is governed by a robust set of cybersecurity frameworks. For companies working with government agencies or financial institutions, compliance is no longer optional—it’s a critical success factor. This guide explains three of the most important frameworks: IM8 (The Instruction Manual for ICT&SS Management) – The baseline for all public sector IT systems…