Can your employees spot a phishing scam?
How well prepared are you for a cyberattack?
In May, a large-scale infection of the WannaCry ransomware was detected in a number of large Spanish companies. From here, the ransomware was able to spread to 150 countries and no fewer than 48 healthcare organisations in the UK. That's just a taste of what cybercriminals are capable of and a vision of what the future holds.
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Your IT system can become infected by malware through phishing emails and infected websites. Unless you pay a ransom, the hackers will either block your information or deny you access to the system. SMEs are the default targets: they spend less money on security but have enough to pay the ransom. Over the past few years, many of our members have been confronted with scenarios like these: from CEO fraud to double billing and supply fraud to blatant ransomware attacks. How can your company protect itself against these risks? |
Tips
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Create a human firewallEnsure that each and every employee is aware of cybersecurity risks. Training is key: make the weakest link in cybersecurity your company's strongpoint by training your team to detect and identify a cybersecurity incident. |
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Prevention is better than cureMake a backup of all your data, update all your software and invest in a good antivirus software. For more advanced tips, download the ransomware guide or the incident management guide. |
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Fight in the battle against cybercrimeToo late? Report the infection to the local police and CERT.be. Consult the guidelines on the WannaCry ransomware. |
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