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Never trust, always verify: Why zero trust is essential for Singapore’s cybersecurity

Against increasingly advanced cyberattacks, the nation’s digital defence strategy needs a fundamental shift

    • The software supply chain's interconnected nature vastly increases the potential attack surface of critical systems.
    • The software supply chain's interconnected nature vastly increases the potential attack surface of critical systems. PHOTO: BT FILE
    Published Tue, Jul 29, 2025 · 07:00 AM

    SINGAPORE, a bustling digital and data hub, finds itself on the front lines of an escalating cyber battlefield.

    Recent announcements from Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam underscore the serious threats from cyberespionage groups like UNC3886 attacking critical information infrastructure. These are not your average opportunistic hackers. We are talking about sophisticated, well-resourced advanced persistent threat (APT) actors that gain unauthorised access to a computer network and target essential services.

    The intent is clear: espionage, disruption and undermining national security. So, how can nations defend against such formidable and constantly evolving adversaries in today’s complex digital landscape?

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