According to the data handled by Check Point Software, in 2022 there was an increase in cybersecurity attacks of 28%. The proliferation of threats and their increasing sophistication highlight the importance of reinforcing security measures and investing more to avoid being victims of these cyberattacks.

In recent years we have seen how the increase in cyber threats and its consequences led organizations to be more aware of the risks they pose and, therefore, to raise their budget to aspects related to cybersecurity.

However, it is not enough just to invest more. You have to invest well and, for this, it is important to know what threats have to be faced in order to adopt the most appropriate solutions. Not surprisingly, since the first computer virus, known as Creeper, appeared in 1971, cybersecurity threats have evolved significantly and providers have had to adapt their security solutions according to the new requirements.

malware, phishingsmishing, or ransomware are some of the most common threats today and, as digitization progresses, the chances of being a victim of a cyber attack are greater.

And there is no doubt that the rise of remote work and the momentum it has experienced digital transformation are helping malicious actors to intensify their criminal activity on the Internet. Especially since the pandemic, companies have seen how the threats to which they were subjected have increased considerably using very diverse and advanced techniques that, on many occasions, threaten the business continuity.

Phishing, the ransomwareidentity theft or attacks on infrastructures and cloud environments are some of the most proliferating today and that highlight the need to adopt a security approach in line with these threats.

Diversify security strategies

The wide variety of cyberthreats has led experts to stress the need for organizations to diversify security strategies, emphasizing the adoption of protection measures, continuous security monitoring, multi-factor authentication and the commitment to a Zero Trust modelthat is, zero confidence.

We must pay close attention to what threats we are facing in order to face them with the appropriate resources

And it is that, although the attacks evolve every day, there are also techniques that have been used for many years, so we must pay close attention to what threats we are facing in order to deal with them with the appropriate resources.

However, from a business perspective, not all organizations have the adequate resources to address an adequate cybersecurity strategy, hence the MSSPsor managed security service providers, have become a key ally for many of them.

Choosing the right partner to entrust the management of the company’s security has become a key aspect, but the need to streamline its security is leading more and more companies to bet on automation.

According to the latest report on the ‘State of Cybersecurity Automation in Businesses’ in 2022, from ThreatQuotient, 37% of companies are automating key processes, and 45% planned to do so in the past year. Threat intelligence management and incident response, phishing analysis, and vulnerability management are the tasks that automate the most the companies.

And everything indicates that it will be a trend that will go up since, according to this study, 98% of the companies surveyed indicate that their budget for automation has increased, although to the detriment of that allocated to other departments of the organization.

However, with this they hope to improve their degree of cybersecurity maturity, although there are many other factors that must be taken into account when guaranteeing security in an organization. These are four of the most prominent.

• Systems update and solutions

The vulnerabilities contained in technological solutions and those that are subject to attack make companies increasingly focus on the security of their products. Once the vulnerabilities are known, companies work intensively in the search for solutions to correct them, so companies need to a robust ongoing vulnerability management program to discover and fix security holes as soon as they become known.

With this, organizations must try to always keep their systems and solutions updated so that, in this way, they can ensure that they are protected.

It is essential to demand the same from the ecosystem of suppliers, partners and customers with whom they interact, collaborate and share information and risks.

Today it is no longer enough to keep your technology up to date and have the right solutions and raise awareness and train your employees. It is also essential to demand the same from the ecosystem of suppliers, partners and customers with whom they interact, collaborate and share information and risks.

Demanding them to take the appropriate measures will be key, not only for their safety, but also for that of their collaborators. just remember the attack on SolarWinds at the end of 2020. The attack it suffered not only had consequences for the company but also for its entire supply chain. In total, more than 18,000 customers around the world, of which 33,000 of which the firm has, could have been affected, according to Microsoft research.

• Business continuity and resilience

With the appearance of ransomwarewhich has hijacked systems around the world, in exchange for ransom payments, and has interrupted business continuity, companies need, in addition to systems to prevent possible threats, proposals that help ensure business continuity.

When a cyber attack occurs, the different teams, led by a crisis committee, must have the steps to follow very well established in order to restore the systems and return to normal operation as soon as possible. Having continuity solutions will help to make it so.

• Employee awareness

It is a key piece in the cybersecurity strategy of any company. The use of sophisticated techniques social engineering by cybercriminals so that they fall for their attacks is one of the great risks that companies face today.

The simple fact that an employee opens an email and clicks on a link or downloads a file with malware puts not only him or her, but the entire organization at risk. Hence, awareness of the important role that employees play is crucial so that, from being a gateway to possible threats, they become the first barrier to prevent their entry.

To do this, companies must dedicate time and resources to raising awareness and training in good practices your employees, and train them to become familiar with the use of strong passwords and proposals such as multiple factor authentication to reinforce their security.

Towards a culture of cybersecurity

According to a recent report from the edge cloud platform Fastly, 73% of organizations worldwide will increase their investment in cybersecurity Given the increase in cyberattacks, a percentage that in the case of Spanish companies rises to 77%. The development of a culture of cybersecurity awareness that is increasingly penetrating society and companies has contributed to this.

However, cybercriminals do not cease in their efforts to seek new ways to attack organizations, so it will be necessary to continue raising awareness of the importance of taking these cybersecurity considerations into account in order to advance their protection.

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