The National Cyber Threat Assessment for the years 2023-2024 sheds light on the concerning state of cybersecurity in Canada. Over the past two years, cybersecurity has emerged as a top priority for Canadians, with ransomware incidents making frequent headlines, disrupting essential services ranging from hospitals to utility providers, and compromising personal and financial data on a large scale. Moreover, the proliferation of false information and divisive rhetoric online has further exacerbated the threat landscape.
The National Cyber Threat Assessment serves as a vital resource for Canadians to understand current cybersecurity trends and anticipate their future evolution. Providing a comprehensive overview of the cyber threat landscape, the assessment is particularly beneficial for Canadian decision-makers, focusing on threats most relevant to the country. Drawing from both public reporting and classified sources, including the Canadian Security Establishment’s (CSE) expertise, the assessment offers credible and thorough insights.
As technology advances rapidly, cyber threats continue to evolve, necessitating concerted efforts to enhance cybersecurity across Canada. The Cyber Centre is actively collaborating with industry, academia, and all levels of government to bolster cybersecurity capabilities and safeguard Canadians from malicious cyber activity.
In conclusion, the National Cyber Threat Assessment 2023-2024 underscores the urgency of addressing cybersecurity challenges in Canada and provides valuable insights and resources to empower individuals and organizations in their cybersecurity efforts.
Source – Government of Canada
