A data embassy refers to a secure data storage facility established in a foreign country under the jurisdiction and sovereignty of the originating nation. Unlike conventional data centres, these embassies function similarly to diplomatic embassies, enjoying legal protections that safeguard them from external threats, including local government interference and cyber espionage.
Cyber-espionage involves the illicit gathering of sensitive data and intelligence through cyber means, often conducted by or for nation-states seeking strategic advantages over rivals. This form of cyber attack targets confidential business information, government intelligence, intellectual property, and personal data to:
– Undermine a competitor’s market position,
– Influence policy and decision-making,
– Gain technological and commercial insights, or
– Disrupt operations.
In today’s interconnected world, your organisation’s success hinges on your cybersecurity posture and the resilience of your entire supply chain. A seemingly innocuous breach at a third-party vendor can become a backdoor into your critical systems, exposing sensitive data, disrupting operations, and eroding customer trust. This is why securing the supply chain is not just a matter of IT and Information Security but a strategic imperative for every C-Suite executive.