In an increasingly digital world, cyberattacks are becoming an increasing threat to companies of all sizes. To get an idea, according to information from Check Point Research (CPR), the number of cyberattacks in Brazil increased by 95% in the third quarter of last year. Among the most common types of invasions is ransomware, phishing and DDoS, that target both large corporations and small and medium-sized enterprises
In light of this scenario, digital security has become a strategic priority for organizations, requiring continuous investments in technology, training and monitoring of threats
For Evandro Ribeiro, Head of Information Security at Avivatec, ecosystem of digital solutions and end-to-end technology for businesses, most cyber attacks exploit basic vulnerabilities, such as configuration flaws and weak passwords. This means that, many times, prevention is within the reach of all companies, despite still having a lack of awareness and good security practices in companies.”, comment
Strategies to prevent cyberattacks include the implementation of robust layers of protection, that range from firewalls and antivirus to advanced threat detection solutions based on artificial intelligence. Furthermore, the training of employees is essential to mitigate risks. Phishing attacks, for example, they occur when cybercriminals impersonate trusted sources to deceive users and induce them to reveal sensitive data or download malicious files, exploring human vulnerability very effectively. Without proper training, a single click on a malicious link can open the doors to a systemic invasion
Between 2013 and 2015, Google and Facebook were victims of a fraudulent scheme that resulted in a loss of $100 million. The scammer posed as the supplier Quantum and issued false invoices, that both companies paid without suspecting the fraud. The crime was discovered later, leading to the arrest of the person responsible, who ended up being extradited from Lithuania. After legal actions, the companies managed to recover US$49,7 мільйонів, less than 50% of the amount diverted
Another critical point is the rapid response to incidents. Many companies do not have a structured containment and recovery plan, what can amplify the damage of an attack. Having a well-defined response plan is essential to minimize impacts and safely resume operations. This includes updated backups, clear procedures for threat isolation and efficient communication protocols, comments the specialist
With the advancement of data protection regulations, how the General Data Protection Law (GDPR), that establishes guidelines for collection, storage and use of personal information, companies need to strengthen their efforts to ensure compliance and security. Negligence in this aspect can result not only in financial losses, but also in damage to reputation and loss of customer trust
"Today, cybersecurity is no longer an option, but one more need. Companies that do not prioritize this issue run a significant risk of suffering attacks that can compromise their operations and their credibility in the market, concluded Evandro
