15.03.2018
Critical Infrastructure Protection in Latin America and the Caribbean 2018
At the beginning of March, the Organization of American States – OAS (INSME Member) and Microsoft released the report “Critical Infrastructure Protection in Latin America and the Caribbean 2018” including recommendations to develop a suitable critical infrastructure or policy framework in the region. In an effort to respond and analyze cyber-incidents, the report reflects what is being done to limit the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber-attacks across the region and recommends Latin America and the Caribbean governments to consider practices:
- ensuring clear division of responsibilities
- establishing security baselines
- developing early warning mechanisms
- investing in human and technical resources
- improving cyber resilience
- participating in international networks to understand the threat landscape.
The report suggests that while there is evidence of a swift collaboration between the private and public sector and a growing awareness of cybersecurity issues, more could be done in terms of vital assets by referring to critical infrastructure including services essential to the well-functioning of a society, such as financial services, energy, communications and water supply.
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The Organization of American States – OAS
