Why cyber security is a key success factor for your company
Whitepaper: Current threats, checklist and tips for more IT security
A well-functioning IT infrastructure is part of the basic equipment of successful companies. At the same time, however, the number, variety and professionalism of cyber attacks on this infrastructure are also increasing. The potential damage is enormous. In this white paper, we look at the specific threats posed by cyberattacks and use a checklist to show how companies can develop an effective counter-strategy. We also present three methods - penetration testing, continuous security testing and security awareness training - that you can use to start improving your company's IT security level right away.
Why is this white paper worthwhile for you?
In 2021, the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) identified around 144 million new malware variants and observed over 40,000 bot infections per day. The majority of German companies assume that the number of threats will continue to rise in the future and are investing more money in IT security every year. However, those responsible often face major challenges when it comes to practical implementation.
The checklist in this white paper provides you with a basis for strategically addressing the topic of cyber security in your company and creating the conditions for an effective and efficient defence against cyber attacks.
Methods for detecting, eliminating and preventing vulnerabilities
The development of a holistic security concept that includes technical and organisational measures and also takes the "human factor" into account is often a long-term process. In addition to the strategic checklist, this white paper provides you with information on selected methods that you can use to significantly improve your company's security level, even if you are still at the beginning of the journey.
- Penetration tests aim to protect companies from serious security vulnerabilities and the resulting attacks by professional hackers. The basis of the so-called "pentests" is the simulation of targeted, realistic cyber attacks on the company's own security-relevant IT systems.
- Continuous Security Testing ensures that IT infrastructure and applications are continuously checked for vulnerabilities and security gaps. This enables companies to gain insights more quickly and establish a process for the continuous optimisation of their IT security.
- Security awareness training prepares employees specifically for social engineering and raises their awareness of IT attacks. The success speaks for itself: according to a survey by KnowBe4, the success rate of phishing and malware was reduced from almost 50 to less than five per cent through simulated practice attacks in the course of security awareness training.
There are only two types of companies - those that know they've been compromised, and those that don't know. If you have anything that may be valuable to a competitor, you will be targeted, and almost certainly compromised."