System Failures Caused by Information Security Breaches and Cyberattacks
First written in FY2024. 1 of 2 entries say "Mitigated", first in FY2026. Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2020: 2 of 8 companies on the "Worse" side.
6 other companies' latest entry also says "Mitigated".
- FY2026MitigatedAnnual report
「The company is reducing the risk of system failures and securing availability by moving major systems to the cloud and increasing redundancy in communication routes. It is also educating all employees on preventing cyberattacks and computer virus infections.」
Specific measures to address information security and system disruption risks were described, including migrating core systems to the cloud, adding redundancy to communication routes, and raising awareness among all employees. - FY2024First statedAnnual report
「In recent years, damage caused by cyberattacks, computer viruses and other threats has also been increasing, and the methods used have become more sophisticated. If a serious system failure were to occur in the future due to a cyberattack or other factor, this could affect the group's performance and other business results through business interruptions and other consequences.」
Separately from the risk of personal information leaks, the company first described increased dependence on information systems, cyberattacks, computer viruses and business interruptions caused by system failures as an independent risk. It identified redundancy for communication lines and critical data, and employee awareness training as countermeasures.