#Japan #Acrete #Tokunoshima #Dark Web

Acrete's Initiative to Enhance Cybersecurity in Tokunoshima Town

In a significant step towards improving cybersecurity, Acrete Inc. has introduced its "Dark Web Diagnosis" service in collaboration with Alliance Co., Ltd. and TechnoMix Co., Ltd., for Tokunoshima Town in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. This service aims to identify and fortify the town's defenses against burgeoning cyber threats, particularly in light of increasing cyber crimes.

The Growing Threat of Cyber Crime

Recent data illustrates a disturbing rise in ransomware attacks and data breaches affecting both enterprises and local governments. According to the National Police Agency, there were 103 reported ransomware incidents in the first half of the fiscal year 2023. Many of the compromised data have appeared on leak sites within the dark web. Furthermore, the Personal Information Protection Commission revealed that a staggering 384 incidents of data leaks were reported in local government entities during the first quarter of fiscal 2024, highlighting an urgent need for proactive cybersecurity measures.

The increasing frequency of data breaches underscores a pressing challenge: the need for early detection and remediation solutions for leaked information that may be exploited by cybercriminals on the dark web. Acrete's initiative, grounded in a comprehensive partnership agreement with Tokunoshima Town, aims to ascertain whether any information belonging to the town has inadvertently found its way onto the internet, particularly the dark web.

Features of the Dark Web Diagnosis Service

Comprehensive Internet Scan

The Dark Web Diagnosis service encompasses a thorough investigation across various internet layers—this includes not only the dark web but also the surface web and the deep web (accessed through passwords). This holistic approach ensures a broad understanding of potential information leak risks during a single diagnostic assessment.

Early Detection and Mitigation of Secondary Damage

By identifying leaked information promptly, the service mitigates the risk of secondary damages stemming from unauthorized use of sensitive data, including personal and confidential information.

Root Cause Identification

The service tracks leaked credentials and data back to their sources, facilitating the identification of the root causes of data breaches, thereby enabling preventative action moving forward.

Specific Improvement Recommendations

Based on diagnostic findings, Acrete provides actionable insights and suggestions to bolster the town's security posture to prevent future breaches.

Latest Threat Reports

Customers receive reports detailing the latest threat trends and attack methods identified by security professionals, ensuring they remain informed about the current cybersecurity landscape.

Acrete's Mission

Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, catching organizations off-guard as they gradually fall victim to these threats. Acrete strives to foster an environment through these services that empowers organizations to promptly recognize potential hazards and respond effectively.

About Acrete Inc.

Founded in May 2014 and headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Acrete (TSE Growth: 4395) has established itself as a pioneer in A2P SMS delivery services since 2003. The company has built a robust reputation for reliability, delivering high-quality, stable, and secure messaging solutions to numerous enterprises, including large corporations both domestically and internationally.

For further inquiries regarding this initiative, please contact:

Acrete Inc. Public Relations
E-mail: [email protected]