NZ government hones in on cybercrime

A report on the cybersecurity action plan for NZ has been released by the government.

The first annual report on New Zealand’s Cyber Security Strategy, Action Plan, and National Plan to Address Cybercrime sets out the progress being made on the initiative.

This is measured under four overarching goals, notably, achieving cyber resilience, building cyber capability, addressing cybercrime, and enhancing international cooperation.

“New Zealand is making good progress to improve its cybersecurity, but with a rapidly evolving cyber threat, there is no room for complacency,” said Communications Minister Simon Bridges.

“We need to use technology in a secure way if we are to make the most of the opportunities provided by the digital economy. The government and the private sector must work together to drive improved cybersecurity across the economy.”

Areas of focus for 2017 include supporting the development of New Zealand’s cybersecurity industry, work on the Cybercrime Plan, helping small businesses to protect themselves online and the launch of a national CERT.

“CERT NZ will open its doors next month as the central place for New Zealanders, businesses and government agencies to report cyber incidents,” said Bridges.

“It will provide trusted and authoritative advice on preventing cyber threats and responding to incidents, and will work with CERTs in other countries on incidents that have cross-border implications.”

For more information and to read the report, go to: https://www.connectsmart.govt.nz/assets/Uploads/2016-Annual-Report-on-Cyber-Security-Action-Plan.pdf.

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