1. Data Security
With great power comes great responsibility.
Voltaire
Set the Scene Case Study
Wannacry
In May 2017 Wannacry was a high level ransomware attack that affected more than 200,000 systems from companies, government agencies and individuals in more than 150 countries.
Why was the attack so potent?
More than 4,000 ransomware attacks occur worldwide daily.
At least 80% of companies in Europe have experienced at least one cybersecurity incident in 2016.
60% of SMEs that were victims of cyber-attacks did not recover and shut down within 6 months.
Why does security matter?
An incident in which sensitive or otherwise protected information is accessed without authorisation.
REPUTATIONAL DAMAGE
LOWER CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
FINANCIAL COST
FINES AND LAW SUITS