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BREAKING: UK Government Introduces Cyber Security and Resilience Bill 🚨 The UK government has taken a significant step forward in safeguarding the country's digital infrastructure with the introduction of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. This new legislation seeks to bolster cyber defences, safeguard essential digital services, and respond to the escalating threat of cyber-attacks. Find out more information on the new legislation through our new news article now! #ResilienceBill #TechForceCyber #WeGotYourBack

The Irish government has launched a new grant initiative aimed at assisting businesses in enhancing their cybersecurity measures. This program is designed to support companies in adopting robust security protocols to protect against the increasing threat of cyberattacks. By providing financial aid, the initiative aims to foster a more secure business environment across the nation. Businesses interested in improving their cybersecurity posture are encouraged to explore this funding opportunity. https://lnkd.in/gemBEfBR #CyberSecurity #BusinessGrants #DataProtection #Ireland #TechNews #SmallBusiness #CyberAwareness #GovernmentSupport #SecureYourBusiness #DigitalSafety #UnderstandingEnterpriseTech #EnterpriseTechnologyNow #EnterpriseTechnologyToday

In today's challenging business landscape, cyber resilience is more crucial than ever. Cyber-attacks can have devastating consequences, from data theft to system disruptions. CISOs across the country are advocating for improved cyber resilience to ensure organizations can withstand sophisticated cyber threats. Enhancing cyber hygiene with practices like multifactor authentication, regular training, encryption, and prompt patching is essential. However, convincing sceptical boards to prioritize cyber resilience remains a significant challenge for many CISOs. With cyber investments expanding attack surfaces, cyber incidents are on the rise. Last year, half of UK businesses experienced cyber breaches, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive cyber defence strategies. Ransomware, in particular, poses a significant threat, with the potential to disrupt operations and damage reputations. Despite the growing cyber risks, boards often downplay the severity of these threats, viewing them merely as IT risks. Many CISOs feel pressured to minimize cyber costs or struggle to gain board support without a tangible breach. Proactive cyber investments are crucial to address fundamental challenges and ensure long-term resilience against evolving threats. The research underscores the critical importance of proactive cyber resilience measures and the need for boards to take cybersecurity risks seriously to safeguard their organizations from potential cyber threats.

Explore how the IMF is reinforcing cyber defenses after a targeted email breach—ensuring a vigilant stance in today's digital threat landscape. #CyberSecurity #IMF #DigitalSafety #cybersecurity #security #news https://lnkd.in/emwg2k9A

The Government of #Canada, specifically, TBS, have released it's Enterprise Cyber Security Strategy. https://lnkd.in/eX9its3d As we move into a new era of AI-enabled #cyber #defence and #offence, this is incredibly timely. It is a hard read in terms of the vulnerabilities presented in current understanding, approach and the pathway to a greater holistic Government approach to protecting our country from nefarious cyber #threatactors but with an investment of $11M CAD, it's a good start. The purpose of the GC Enterprise Cyber Security Strategy (Strategy) is to: 1.) Define the vision and strategic objectives for the GC that will keep pace with the evolving cyber security risk landscape, improve cyber security maturity and optimize GC cyber security investments 2.) Develop a future state for the cyber security of government operations with supporting governance, oversight, and clear roles and responsibilities 3.) Identify initiatives and requisite investments to support the implementation of the Strategy

Australia's small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face significant cybersecurity threats, with nearly one in three targeted by cyberattacks last year, according to Microsoft Security. Many SMBs struggle with limited resources, hindering their ability to adopt necessary security measures. Cyber incidents cost Australian SMBs an average of $255,000, with some cases reaching up to $7 million. These expenses often arise from investigations and the long-lasting damage to reputation, which is critical in Australia’s close-knit business community. Many SMBs mistakenly believe their size protects them, equating compliance with true security, leaving them vulnerable to breaches. To navigate the evolving cyber threat landscape, Australian SMBs must invest in robust security, conduct staff training, and develop comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. Proactive measures are essential to safeguard data and reputation, as exemplified by businesses like Canva and Afterpay that prioritise security to maintain customer trust. To find out if your business is protected, get your free cyber strength report here👇click this link: https://lnkd.in/eAsbiGGR

JUST RELEASED: The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) and the Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre (CSCRC) have produced the Governing Through a Cyber Crisis Framework (the Framework). This Framework was developed with input from leading Australian directors, cyber security advisers, and government to provide better direction to Boards and directors in planning for and responding to a cyber disaster, as well as building stronger cyber resilience. The Framework supports the view that boards and directors must have a thorough grasp of their organization's network, physical, and digital assets, as well as the safeguards, policies, processes, and strategies in place in the event of a cyber crisis, and even before a cyber-attack happens. #riskmanagement #cybersecurity

In today’s digital world, Australian risk professionals play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive information. The latest Notifiable Data Breaches Report (January - June 2024) from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) offers vital insights into both emerging and persistent risks. From addressing human error to tackling supply chain vulnerabilities and cloud security issues, our experts highlight key strategies to enhance organisational resilience. 🔍 Find out how you can stay ahead of evolving threats and meet regulatory expectations 👉 https://bit.ly/3YpsOqh #Cybersecurity #DataBreaches #RiskManagement #DataPrivacy #RSMAustralia

NEW MICROSOFT REPORT IS STARK ABOUT THE UK’S CYBERSECURITY WEAKNESSES A report released today by Microsoft, in collaboration with Goldsmiths, University of London, called 'Mission Critical: Unlocking the UK AI Opportunity Through Cybersecurity' provides some stark facts about cybercrime: • 89 per cent of UK organisations are ‘Vulnerable’ to cyberattacks • This includes 39 per cent who are in an even more precarious ‘At High Risk” state • Cyberattacks currently cost the UK an estimated £87 billion every year, and such attacks are increasing in number and complexity • The report reveals that stronger cybersecurity could potentially save the UK economy £52 billion a year. The report argues that in order for the UK to realise its ambition of becoming a global ‘AI superpower’, it must cement its position as a ‘cybersecurity superpower.’ Cyber resilience is indeed a crucial factor in good governance and management of any organisation. Sadly, too often, those in governance and management positions leave it to technology ‘specialists’ and rely on the reassurance they provide. If you ask someone who is paid to keep your organisation secure against cybercrime, ‘Are we secure?’ you are likely to only get one answer - Yes’. This report shows that in many cases that is not true. For the same reason that organisations have independent processes to validate the ‘true and fair’ nature of their accounts, it is equally important to obtain an independent, specialist assessment of cyber resilience arrangements. This doesn’t have to cost a lot, and, as Microsoft’s latest report shows, it can cost an awful lot more not to do so. #cybersecurity #cyberresilience

🚨 ACCC Enhances Cyber Security Posture 🚨 The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is stepping up its efforts to combat increasing cyber threats by improving its cyber security posture. This move comes at a critical time, with rising incidents targeting government agencies and businesses alike. Here are the 5 key takeaways from this initiative: 1️⃣ Increased Focus on Incident Response: The ACCC is ramping up its readiness to tackle cyber incidents, ensuring quick and effective responses to potential threats. 2️⃣ Enhanced Security Operations: With new measures, the ACCC will strengthen its systems, making them more resilient to external cyber attacks. 3️⃣ Collaboration with Industry: The commission is collaborating with various stakeholders to stay ahead of emerging cyber risks and ensure the security of Australian consumers. 4️⃣ Proactive Risk Management: The ACCC is adopting a proactive approach, identifying vulnerabilities before they are exploited by malicious actors. 5️⃣ Improved Staff Training: To ensure a robust defense, ACCC is investing in better cyber awareness and preparedness training for its employees. 👉 Read more about how the ACCC is bolstering Australia’s cyber security defenses: https://lnkd.in/gNQZCjpB 💡 As cyber threats evolve, it's essential for organizations to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding their systems and data. 💻 #CyberSecurity #ACCC #DataProtection #CyberDefense #CyberAwareness #ITNews #SecurityUpdate #Australia #RiskManagement #IncidentResponse Astron Technology