Cybersecurity: A Comprehensive Overview PDF

CYBERSECURITY 73% of teenagers can’t imagine life without a smartphone, and half of them take their phone to bed Source: https://www.kaspersky.com/resource-center/preemptive-safety/cybersecurity-for-kids 44% of kids aged 8 to 16 are online constantly, with a preference f...

CYBERSECURITY 73% of teenagers can’t imagine life without a smartphone, and half of them take their phone to bed Source: https://www.kaspersky.com/resource-center/preemptive-safety/cybersecurity-for-kids 44% of kids aged 8 to 16 are online constantly, with a preference for entertainment and social media apps Source: https://www.kaspersky.com/resource-center/preemptive-safety/cybersecurity-for-kids 40% of children reveal sensitive information online, including their home address A third of young people lie about their age online 37% of kids have experienced online dangers, including bullying, financial threats, and inappropriate content What is cybersecurity? It encompasses the strategies and measures put in place to safeguard not only our computers and networks but also the invaluable data they house. This all- encompassing shield defends against unauthorized access and threats lurking in the vast digital landscape. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands What is cybersecurity? In essence, cybersecurity is the guardian of our digital realm, preserving the confidentiality, integrity and availability of our data. It's the defensive frontline protecting against a myriad of cyber adversaries who seek to compromise the very essence of our digital existence, making it an inseparable component of both personal and organizational data and analytics protection. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands ADVANTAGES OF CYBERSECURITY ADVANTAGES OF CYBERSECURITY Operational excellence through cybersecurity Robust cybersecurity practices across the organization contribute to operational excellence. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands ADVANTAGES OF CYBERSECURITY Vital enabler and growth accelerator Cybersecurity is a vital enabler, safeguarding critical assets and fostering trust with customers and stakeholders. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands ADVANTAGES OF CYBERSECURITY Strategic alignment boosts results Organizations closely aligning cybersecurity with business objectives are 18% more likely to drive revenue growth, expand market share and enhance customer satisfaction and employee productivity. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands ADVANTAGES OF CYBERSECURITY Digital transformation empowered Embedding cybersecurity from the start significantly improves transformation effectiveness. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands ADVANTAGES OF CYBERSECURITY Preventing post-transformation pitfalls Deploying security controls after transformation, especially if vulnerabilities are detected, can incur significant costs. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands  HOW DOSES CYBERSECURITY WORKS HOW DOSES CYBERSECURITY WORKS Cybersecurity is a multifaceted system employing technologies and protocols to safeguard digital assets. It deploys stringent access controls to limit access to authorized users. Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) monitor network traffic, using predefined rules and anomaly detection to thwart threats. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands HOW DOSES CYBERSECURITY WORKS Encryption converts data into an unreadable format, ensuring confidentiality. Endpoint security, including antivirus and intrusion prevention, guards against malware and unauthorized access. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools enable real-time threat detection. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands HOW DOSES CYBERSECURITY WORKS Penetration testing identifies vulnerabilities, while security policies and training instill best practices and awareness. Incident response plans guide reactions to breaches. Continuous monitoring of network traffic and system logs identifies threats, and patch management keeps systems up to date, closing vulnerabilities. Cybersecurity adapts to evolving threats, protecting digital assets in a digitized world. Source: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/cyber-security-index#:~:text=It%20encompasses%20the%20strategies%20and,in%20the%20vast%20digital%20lands END OF PRESENTATION. THANK YOU.