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        "id": 1599346,
        "msgid": "beware-of-cyber-attacks-during-ramadan-wfh-as-40-million-devices-in-indonesia-infected-1773053547",
        "date": "2026-03-09 16:41:00",
        "title": "Beware of Cyber Attacks During Ramadan WFH as 40 Million Devices in Indonesia Infected",
        "author": "Gana Buana",
        "source": "MEDIA_INDONESIA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Technology",
        "summary": "Indonesia faces a significant cybersecurity threat during Ramadan 2026 as the adoption of Flexible Working Arrangement (FWA) policies exposes remote workers to cyber attacks, with nearly 40 million malware incidents detected in 2025 and 31.5% of Indonesian users having experienced at least one malware attack. Data from Kaspersky Security Network reveals that Indonesia ranks 71st globally in on-device threat detection rates, with an average of over 108,000 incidents daily, primarily spread through offline methods and external storage media. Security experts emphasise the need for workers to maintain the same cybersecurity standards whilst working remotely as they would in office environments to protect sensitive company data.",
        "content": "<p>Ramadan 2026 brings a shift in work patterns for many Indonesian\nemployees through the adoption of Flexible Working Arrangement (FWA)\npolicies. However, behind the comfort of working from home (WFH) lies a\nlurking cyber threat.<\/p>\n<p>Recent data shows that throughout 2025, Indonesia recorded nearly 40\nmillion attack attempts on user devices. According to telemetry from\nKaspersky Security Network (KSN), a total of 39,718,903 local threat\nincidents were detected on user computers in Indonesia during the period\nfrom January to December 2025. This figure indicates that on average,\nmore than 108,000 incidents occur daily.<\/p>\n<p>In percentage terms, approximately 31.5% of users in Indonesia have\nexperienced at least one malware attack on their devices. This places\nIndonesia at 71st position globally in the list of countries with\non-device threat detection rates.<\/p>\n<p>Local threats generally spread through \u201coffline\u201d methods or external\nstorage media. Worm-type malware and file viruses are the primary cause\nof most of these incidents. Common media that serve as conduits include\nexternal storage devices.<\/p>\n<p>Defi Nofitra, Country Manager for Kaspersky in Indonesia, emphasised\nthe importance of maintaining the same security standards between\ndevices at home and at the office. \u201cAlthough remote work is comfortable,\nit also exposes individuals and businesses to various cybersecurity\nrisks,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>Devices such as laptops and smartphones used outside the company\nperimeter must still be protected as if they were behind an office\nfirewall. Defi reminded employees to remain disciplined in maintaining\ncybersecurity hygiene, especially when accessing sensitive company data\nfrom personal networks.<\/p>\n<p>Work flexibility certainly supports productivity during Ramadan, but\ndigital vigilance must not waver. With appropriate protection, workers\ncan carry out their religious observances and professional duties safely\nwithout worrying about becoming victims of cybercrime.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/beware-of-cyber-attacks-during-ramadan-wfh-as-40-million-devices-in-indonesia-infected-1773053547",
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