1. South Korea, known for its advanced digital infrastructure, has been hit by a series of high-profile cyberattacks affecting various sectors including credit card companies, telecoms, tech startups, and government agencies.
2. Critics argue that the country's cyber defense is hindered by a fragmented system of government ministries and agencies, leading to slow and uncoordinated responses.
3. To address this issue, the South Korean Presidential Office's National Security is stepping in to implement comprehensive cyber measures through an interagency plan, aiming to establish a central body for strategy and crisis coordination while maintaining independent oversight to prevent overreach.