Ransomware

Lessons from Japan's 2026 Breaches (Part 2): Endpoint Security and a Checklist for Small Firms

Part 2 of our look at the wave of unauthorized-access incidents disclosed in Japan in 2026. Using public guidance from Japanese and US agencies, it covers what companies can do now: patching VPN appliances, phishing-resistant MFA, PC and endpoint basics (EDR, disk encryption, admin rights, infostealers), backups, vendors and AI agents, what to do when a breach is found, and a prioritized checklist for small businesses.