I work with CIOs and IT managers to kick-start effective cyber risk management, ensuring operational security and growth. With over 25 years in cybersecurity, I offer an approach to turn vulnerabilities into strengths. The result is a secure business for long-term viability.
What happens when a cyber risk changes?
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Welcome to our latest “Cybersecurity Explained: The Sunday Edition” issue! This week, we're diving deep into a topic that's as dynamic as it is critical: What happens when a cyber risk changes?
The Ever-Shifting Cyber Risk Landscape
Ever feel like cybersecurity risks are a moving target? Well, you're not imagining things! Cyber risks are constantly evolving, and it's all because of the ever-changing interplay between three key elements: Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities.
Individually, they're like the ingredients of a not-so-tasty cake. But when they come together? Voilà, you've got yourself a cybersecurity risk soufflé!
It's Not Just About the Threats
In the cyber world, most of us are like kids staring at the lightning, forgetting about the thunder that follows. We focus so much on the threats that we often overlook how changes in our assets and vulnerabilities contribute to the risk.
The Dynamics of Risk
Here's the scoop: Risks change when any of the three elements shifts. Have you got a new software (Asset)? That's a change. Discover a new type of malware (Threat)? That's another. Are employees forgetting to update their passwords (Vulnerability)? Bingo, a change again!
Stay Ahead of the Game
So, how can you jive to this ever-changing beat? Here are some tips:
- Regularly assess and update your assets: Keep an inventory and know what needs protection.
- Stay informed about emerging threats: Keep an ear to the ground for the latest cyber threats.
- Address vulnerabilities proactively: Don't wait for a breach to realize there's a hole in the fence.
- Continuous education: Keep your team informed about the dynamics of cyber risks.
- Agile response plan: Have a plan that's as flexible as the risks you're facing.
Wrap-Up: The Dance of Cybersecurity
Remember, in the world of cybersecurity, the only constant is change. Your team and strategies need to be as dynamic as the risks you face. Think of it as a dance where the music keeps changing. You can either step on your toes or glide gracefully across the floor. The choice, as always, is yours.
Stay alert, stay informed, and until our next issue, keep dancing to the rhythm of cybersecurity!
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