Preparing the IT infrastructure for the next era of cyberattacks

MODERN WEB APPLICATIONS ARE MORE RELIANT THAN EVER ON PARTNERSHIPS AND THIRD-PARTY INTEGRATIONS - ALL OF WHICH COULD ALSO BE VULNERABLE.

- ANJALI AMAR

In today’s interconnected world, the worrying realityof cyberattacks affects businesses of all sizes. Cyberattacks are now more sophisticated, targeted, and disruptive, making preparedness an undeniable necessity.

NEW ERA OF CYBERATTACKS?

India’s recent attacks, from AIIMS ransomware to breaches in the financial ecosystem, mirror a global trend - sophisticated, multi-pronged attacks. AI-powered attackers are exploiting vulnerabilities with extreme accuracy, bypassing traditional security measures like firewalls. - A weak link can grant attackers access to an entire system bringing down the IT infrastructure. - Beyond data theft, attackers also aim to manipulate information, seed disorder, and cripple operations, causing lasting damage to the business and its reputation. Here are some key practices to consider when building a robust and secure IT ecosystem.

1. CYBERSECURITY RISK ASSESSMENT