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The Cyber Security Breaches Survey serves as a key tool for shaping government policies regarding cybersecurity With a focus on enhancing the security of the UK's digital landscape for businesses. According to the latest survey released by the government on Tuesday, it reveals the % of organisations that have engaged in specific activities aimed at identifying cyber threats over the past year. Notably, deploying security monitoring tools and conducting risk assessments emerge as the most prevalent actions taken by both businesses and charities, although there's a notable difference in the adoption of monitoring tools, with businesses leading the way. #cyberbreachessurvey

We've done the heavy reading, so you don't have to! Reading through this year's Cyber Breaches Survey provided some great insights and it's refreshing to see some upward trends, especially given the downward trend over the past couple of years. The really positive news is that this upward trend is mainly reflective of the efforts of Micro and Small businesses! 🙌. That for me as an advisor and supporter of said businesses in their security and data protection journeys is heartwarming news. The journey to protecting small businesses is not over and neither is our reading. Download yourself a free copy of the infographic and let me know what you think. #smallbusinesses #microbusinesses #cyberbreachsurvey2024 #smallbusinessowners #cybersecurity

WAIT - STOP PRESS!! 🎯 This morning, the UK Gov released its latest annual Cyber Breaches Survey report, based upon research conducted across UK businesses and gives valuable insights into how UK Businesses and Charities are coping with cybersecurity challenges. We've been delving into the report eagerly today, digesting and updating our own INFOGRAPHIC! Distilling some of the many findings into a simpler digestible form, especially aimed at Micro and Small business owners. The great thing is: IT'S READY!! You can grab your copy through: https://lnkd.in/ewTrsJYQ Enjoy! #cyberbreachsurvey2024 #smallbusinessowners #smallbusiness #microbusiness #infographic #cybersecurity

The era of "we don’t need cyber security measures" is over. With the increasing frequency of cyberattacks targeting businesses of all sizes, it’s crucial to implement robust security solutions that protect your organization, employees, customers, and financial assets. Recent data highlights the urgency: 50% of businesses and 32% of charities have experienced a cyber security breach or attack in the past year. The risk is even higher for medium-sized businesses (70%), large enterprises (74%), and high-income charities with annual revenues of £500,000 or more (66%). Don't wait for a breach to act. Invest in comprehensive cyber security measures today to safeguard your organization against evolving threats. Feel free to message me to learn more. #cybersecurity #cyberprotection

We’re delighted to bring you the findings from The Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024! 🆕 The annual edition of the report carried out by https://bit.ly/4aKh4lW revealed a few key takeaways such as: - Cyber Threats are on the Rise: 50% of businesses and 32% of charities experienced cyber breaches, emphasizing the pervasive risk 📈 - Cost Implications of Cyber Attacks: Average cost per victim ranges from £460 for charities to £10,830 for medium-large businesses, stressing the need for serious cybersecurity investment 💰 - Cyber Hygiene is Critical: Implementing measures like strong passwords and updated software is essential; around 70% of businesses and 50% of charities have adopted such practices 🧼 Stay protected, stay informed; read our latest blog for more info ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4aLWMIJ 🔗 #GrowthThroughTechnology #Cybersecurity #CyberHygiene

Nonprofits focus on delivering the services their communities need. But as one of the sectors most vulnerable to cyber threats, they have to focus on security too. Erin Baudo Felter recently sat down with Forbes to discuss the criticality of cyber resilience and how Okta for Good is helping to ease the security burden on nonprofits: https://bit.ly/3XBvNtR

Cyber threats are real, and they're affecting businesses and charities more than ever. Many businesses believe that they're unlikely to be targeted for a cyber attack, but they couldn't be more wrong. In fact, most people I speak to are shocked by how high the numbers are. According to recent studies, half of businesses (50%) and around a third of charities (32%) have reported experiencing cyber security breaches or attacks in the last 12 months. (According to GOV.UK) It's not an 'if', it's a 'when'. Pop me a message if you'd like to chat about how you can better protect your business. #cybersecurity #itsecurity #securityconsultant #cybercrime

Are you aware of the UK government-backed Cyber Essentials scheme? No? Well, you can find out more here: https://bit.ly/3XKHRZZ Shockingly, only a small percentage of businesses and charities know about the UK Government-backed scheme. Protecting your organisation against common threats should be a high business priority and the accreditation demonstrates your commitment to cyber security. 📝 This raises the question, are you Cyber Essentials certified yet? Click the above link to learn more about Cyber Essentials and how we can support you with the accreditation.

Continual improvement in cyber security for small businesses needn’t be a huge leap forward. Every small step helps. The recent DSIT Cyber Security Breach Report indicates that most businesses and charities have basic cyber hygiene measures in place. Yay! It also provides ideas for potential improvements for those businesses unsure about tackling the cyber risks they face. https://lnkd.in/ewktgC7s

Charities - are you aware of how #CyberEssentials can help to safeguard your organisation from cyber attacks? 🛡️ We've worked with Charity Digital to create a quick quiz that tests your knowledge on the five core controls essential for protecting against cyber threats. 🧠 Put your knowledge to the test and try the quiz today. 👇 https://lnkd.in/ejPTq4hJ