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02/06/2026

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18/12/2023

📢PDPA Updates for December 2023

In today's digital sphere, the inadvertent disclosure of customers’ personal data raises substantial worries about privacy and trust. When customers entrust their information to organisations, the expectation of responsible handling of these information and confidentiality is paramount; however, inadvertent online disclosures by organisations, particularly on public forums, result in significant breaches of trust

In this month's update, we present an overview on 1 decision released by Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC).

On 14th December 2023, the Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) released 1 decision relating to the Personal Data Protection Act (“PDPA”). At TRS, we have summarised the case for your...

23/11/2023

In the realm of online dangers, there's a new way threat actors are causing harm - by turning a type of cyberattack into a step-by-step service for other threat actors to use. This change enables more people to try these attacks, therefore making it riskier for different parts of the internet.

The Play ransomware, formerly known as Balloonfly and PlayCrypt, has been transformed significantly into a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model. A cybersecurity company’s investigation uncovered a consistent attack pattern across diverse sectors, suggesting that affiliates had bought the ransomware and followed the provided guides, using identical strategies and instructions. Initially, exploiting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, Play stood out by involving its creators in the attacks and utilising specialised tools for data gathering. This transition to RaaS, offering extensive support to hackers of varying expertise levels raises concerns and presents a clear and present danger about an imminent surge in cyber incidents, prompting businesses and authorities to brace for an increasing wave of attacks in the ever-changing cyber threat landscape.

Thus, it is important that organisations implement robust cybersecurity practices and defence systems in place to minimise the risk of being a victim of a cyber-attack. The team of professionals at TRS are able to assist in strengthening your organisation’s cybersecurity by conducting Vulnerability Assessments and Pe*******on Testing (VAPT) to identify any weaknesses and providing solutions to fix them. Send us an email at [email protected] or drop us a message here!

Play ransomware has turned into Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS), allowing other cybercriminals to use it.

15/11/2023

📢PDPA Updates for November 2023

Update: enhancing software for improvements; Up to date: current and fully upgraded. Together, they ensure optimal functionality and security for personal data in organizational operations.

In this month's update, we present an overview on 2 decisions released by the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC).

On 10th November 2023, the Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) released 2 decisions relating to the Personal Data Protection Act (“PDPA”). At TRS, we have summarised the case for your...

10/10/2023

In today's complex digital landscape, ensuring cybersecurity compliance is critical to organisations of all sizes and industries.

The article shares basic information about standards of cybersecurity compliance around the globe, emphasising its significance in safeguarding sensitive information and customer data. It highlights various compliance standards such as GDPR, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA and Cyber Essentials (UK), outlining their relevance and requirements. Compliance varies across industries and can be complex but is crucial for preserving business reputation and risk mitigation.

As for the cybersecurity landscape in Singapore, we have the Data Protection Trustmark (DPTM) awarded by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) as the gold standard for data protection. In the field of cybersecurity, the Cyber Security Agency (CSA) has certifications such as Cyber Essentials (CE) and Cyber Trustmark (CTM) to recognise organisations with good cybersecurity practices.

TRS have attained both the DPTM certification as well as the CTM Advocate Tier (the highest tier of the CTM). If your organisation wishes to enhance it’s standards of business by being certified in either data protection or cybersecurity, do contact us at [email protected] or send us a message here and our team of experts can guide you in the journey of being certified.

Wondering which cybersecurity compliance standard is right for your business? Explore GDPR, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 to see which aligns best with your ne

29/09/2023

Congratulations to our partners in Indonesia, Guido Hidayanto & Partners for winning multiple awards at the Indonesia Law Firm Awards 2023! Notably, they won in the category of Data Compliance & Cyber Security, which we are proud to have partnered with them in order to offer clients more wholistic and all-encompassing solutions that merges legal with technical and strategic expertise in the realms of cybersecurity and data protection. We at TRS are excited for what’s to come from this amazing partnership with GHP Law Firm.

Asia Business Law Journal names the country’s top law firms. Lim Miran and Elverina Hidayati report

20/09/2023

📢PDPA Updates for September 2023

Amidst the growing interconnectivity of our world, safeguarding personal and sensitive data has risen to the forefront as an imperative, yet data breaches persistently undermine these efforts despite the implementation of rigorous safeguards and regulations, impacting individuals, businesses, and organisations universally.

In this month's update, we present an overview on 2 decisions released by Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC).

On 15 September 2023, the Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) released 2 decisions relating to the Personal Data Protection Act (“PDPA”). At TRS, we have summarised the case for your...

18/08/2023

📢PDPA Updates for August 2023

Research suggests that most companies still have a long way to go to improve their detection rates. A report by IBM found that the average time to detect and contain a data breach is 280 days.
Hence, it is important to ensure that your organisation takes the necessary actions to prevent any incidents related to data breach.

In this month's update, we present an overview on 2 decision released by Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC).

On 16 August 2023, the Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) released 2 decisions relating to the Personal Data Protection Act (“PDPA”). At TRS, we have summarised the case for your...

15/08/2023

Most businesses in this current tech-dependent era rely on numerous software for the various business functions to carry out their daily operations. Although it allows for a lot of convenience, there are certain risks to it.

The article discusses a critical security flaw, CVE-2018-13379, affecting Fortinet FortiOS SSL, which has been consistently exploited by cyber attackers in the years 2020, 2021, and 2022. It highlights the concerning trend of organizations not applying patches in a timely manner and reveals that attackers focus on older vulnerabilities and unpatched systems in 2022, with CVE-2018-13379 being a prime target due to its wide impact. The weaponization of such well-known vulnerabilities grants attackers cost-effective tools for prolonged use. The article also lists other frequently exploited vulnerabilities and emphasizes the significance of patching within the first two years of disclosure to mitigate successful cyberattacks. The alert from cybersecurity agencies underscores the urgency of proactive patching to enhance overall cybersecurity posture.

Should your organisation require Vulnerability Assessment and Pe*******on Testing (VAPT), our team of seasoned professionals will be able to execute it and provide you with solutions suitable for your organisation and it’s needs. Let’s get into a conversation, kindly email us at [email protected] or send us a message here!

CISA, NSA, FBI, & global partners disclose the top exploited vulnerabilities of 2022.

01/08/2023

This year’s firm trip was a real blast! Over the weekend, we gathered as a firm in Kuala Lumpur! We had our biannual townhall in our Malaysian office where we discussed our business strategy for the rest of 2023. Many other activities followed which include dinners, drinks and also a separate breakout session. However, the real highlight was the endurance karting session we had on Saturday afternoon. Everyone involved had a great time filled with much fun, laughter and plenty of delicious food kindly recommend by our Malaysian colleagues! We would like to thank everyone from the TRS family for their participation and cooperation throughout this trip. Looking forward to our next firm trip in 2024!