In recent years, Bangladesh has witnessed rapid digital transformation. From banking and financial services to IT outsourcing, e-commerce, and government projects, more organizations are shifting operations to the cloud and digital platforms. But with this growth comes increased cyber risk. According to multiple reports, Bangladesh has become one of the most targeted countries in South
In 2021, the Government of Bangladesh introduced the Bangladesh Cloud Computing Policy, a landmark step toward regulating and standardizing how data is stored, managed, and secured in cloud environments. This policy includes a specific security standard—SEC.STD.004—which is classified as mandatory for organizations handling sensitive information in Bangladesh. As businesses continue to embrace digital transformation, understanding
A company with over 158 years of history was recently forced to shut down after falling victim to a ransomware attack. The incident wiped out generations of legacy and left hundreds of employees out of work, showing just how devastating cyber threats can be when effective controls are missing. This tragic example highlights a critical
The Growing Cyber Threats to Bangladesh’s Critical Infrastructure Operational Technology (OT) plays a vital role in Bangladesh’s critical infrastructure, including power plants, oil & gas facilities, water treatment plants, and manufacturing units. These industries rely on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) for automation and control. However, the convergence
