This archive report was first published on 3 September 2021.
As corporations adapt to innovative technologies and ways of working, the scope of cyber security challenges and issues magnify simultaneously.
With the latest digital developments, the global pandemic, and increased regulatory requirements, prioritizing cyber security has become essential for big businesses and individuals alike.
Published on September 3, 2021, by Sylvester Mboya, chief business officer-Eastern Africa Regional Cluster at Liquid Intelligent Technologies, this article highlights the importance of understanding cyber security threats and information security risks.
Landscape Basics ¶
The cyber security landscape is complex, with various types of threats and vulnerabilities that can compromise an organisation's infrastructure and data.
Common types of cyber attacks include malware, phishing, website defacing, man-in-the-middle (MiTM) attacks, and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.
Cyber attackers can misuse an individual's credentials or exploit vulnerabilities within a company's IT environment to steal information or gain access to personal financial accounts.
Signs, Symptoms, Solutions ¶
The most obvious signs of a cyber attack include discrepancies, odd behaviour displayed by software, phishing emails, frequent crashes or pop-up windows, and unusually slow computers.
It is essential to rely on the expertise of professionals who have the right tools to detect malicious activities on devices, networks, or the Cloud.
Prevention is Better than Cure ¶
Due to the complex nature of cyber attacks, organisations should avoid approaching cyber security with broad-brush stroke solutions.
Instead, they should focus on defence-in-depth strategies with multiple layers of protection, ensuring that they have a defence-in-depth strategy with multiple layers of protection.
