Ransomware and cryptocurrency. The hybrid workplace. The cyber skills labor shortage. It’s all top of mind for CISOs, CEOs and board members concerned with these accelerating trends. The current ransomware phenomenon has leaders monitoring an evolving threat landscape as businesses and governments alike act to limit ransomware risk. The risks and the threat actors change, but the company’s primary goal remains the same: keep the business running. No one can afford an attack that shuts operations down for any length of time.
The availability of cryptocurrency — the mechanism for collecting most ransoms — has enabled and emboldened ransomware gangs. Meanwhile, leaders’ challenges with retaining skilled cybersecurity professionals compound risks and hinder resilience. What are the best ways to strengthen resilience and develop a broader security posture? Let’s take a closer look.