( May 29, 2026, 05:59 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT unveiled plans to strengthen cybersecurity defenses against AI-powered threats. The measures, discussed at the 9th inter-ministerial science and technology ministers’ meeting on Friday, include establishing a governance framework to centralize the management of vulnerabilities and security patches, facilitate the sharing of cyberattack information and coordinate responses to incidents. The ministry also plans to conduct cybersecurity inspections of major companies in the telecommunications, finance, healthcare and energy sectors and provide tailored support for SMEs and the public. Under the framework, the ministry will serve as a control tower for responding to AI-powered cyberattacks on private businesses, while its affiliate, the Korea Internet & Security Agency, will analyze and distribute information on critical vulnerabilities and security patches across public and private sectors. The statement is attached (in Korean)....
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