Korean IT firms boost information security
Though the growth of the Internet has given consumers access to unprecedented amounts of information almost anywhere, thanks additionally to smart devices, it has also raised concerns about the safety of personal data.
A recent attack by hackers against mobile carrier KT, which caused the information of 8.7 million people to be leaked, has companies scrabbling to boost the safety of user information.
As all three carriers are preparing to start their “All-IP” services, which will connect all Internet protocol services used on different devices to one, they are taking extra efforts to prevent possible threats to security. The Korea Communications Commission (KCC), who is investigating the case involving KT, met with officials of the company following the event and has asked them to strengthen their online defenses.
