Internet Infrastructure, Cyberattacks and System Failures
First written in FY2020. 2 of 3 entries say "Mitigated", first in FY2021. Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2026: 17 of 84 companies on the "Worse" side.
- FY2026MitigatedAnnual report
「In response to third-party intrusions into our group’s servers and other systems, our group has implemented information-system measures including network-monitoring systems and firewalls, and is strengthening information security to prevent unauthorized access such as impersonation.」
Network-monitoring systems, firewalls and strengthened information security were identified as measures against cyberattacks and unauthorized access. - FY2021MitigatedAnnual report
「We operate our systems at data centers with security and backup measures and in ways that anticipate natural disasters and other events to ensure continuous service operation. However, if services are suspended due to server downtime caused by unauthorized intrusion into our systems, system failures resulting from access to services exceeding expectations, or unforeseen events such as natural disasters, fires, accidents or power outages, our group’s financial results could be affected through a decline in our social credibility and brand image, the payment of damages and other factors.」
While security, backup and data-center operating measures are specified, the risk of service suspension due to intrusions, failures or disasters continues to be identified. - FY2020First statedAnnual report
「If services are suspended due to server downtime caused by unauthorized intrusion into our systems, system failures resulting from access to services exceeding expectations, or unforeseen events such as natural disasters, fires, accidents or power outages, our group’s financial results could be affected through a decline in our social credibility and brand image, the payment of damages and other factors.」
Dependence on the internet, servers and security, which underpin SaaS delivery, is identified as a risk.