Swiss German University Contributes at APNIC 60: Academic Innovation for Global Cyber Resilience
Jakarta, September 15, 2025 – Swiss German University (SGU) continues to reaffirm its commitment as an internationally recognized university actively contributing to the advancement of global information technology. This was demonstrated through SGU’s participation in APNIC 60, a prestigious international conference that brings together experts, researchers, and internet practitioners from across the Asia-Pacific region. The conference was held on September 9–11, 2025, in Da Nang, Vietnam.
At the forum, SGU was represented by Dr. Ir. Charles Lim, B.Sc., M.Sc., Deputy Head of Master of Information Technology, and Andi Parada Tambunan, S.Tr.Kom., M.Kom., a recent graduate of the Master of Information Technology program. Their presence not only marked SGU’s representation on the international stage but also highlighted how collaboration between faculty and students can yield meaningful contributions to the global community.
Dr. Ir. Charles Lim, B.Sc., M.Sc. introduced TGuard, an open-source platform for advanced threat detection and incident response. He explained how TGuard can help the academic community within the ACAD CSIRT strengthen their digital defenses in an efficient, easy-to-integrate, and cost-effective way. With real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and interactive dashboards, TGuard is designed to provide practical solutions for educational institutions facing increasingly complex cyber threats. “Universities are often prime targets for cyberattacks due to their diverse networks and limited resources. With TGuard, we want to provide a tool that is simple yet effective, enabling campuses to become more resilient against digital threats,” he stated.
Meanwhile, Andi Parada Tambunan presented findings from his thesis research, which explored the nature of web attackers from a fresh perspective. Using session-based behavioral analysis through HTTP Honeypot logs, he successfully classified attackers into three categories: Bots, Tool-based Humans, and Pure Humans. This breakthrough offers sharper insights into the true identity of attackers and paves the way for more adaptive and effective defense strategies.
SGU Rector, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dipl.-Ing. Samuel P. Kusumocahyo, expressed his appreciation for this achievement. “SGU’s presence at APNIC 60 is clear evidence that our academic research and innovation can compete and contribute at the international level. We are proud that our faculty and students have carried Indonesia’s name while strengthening global networks in the field of cybersecurity. This aligns with SGU’s vision to produce graduates who are not only highly competitive but also relevant to real-world challenges.”
SGU’s participation in APNIC 60 is part of the university’s long-standing journey to bridge academia and industry while reinforcing Indonesia’s role in the global technology landscape. Through research, collaboration, and innovation, SGU remains committed to delivering solutions that benefit society, particularly in facing the ever-evolving challenges of cybersecurity.
