Consistent with the findings of the 2022 Data Breach Investigations Report1, 82% of breaches involved the responsibility of the human element. Consequently, employees play a critical role in preventing cybersecurity breaches. They are often the first line of defense against cyber-attacks, as well as the most likely source of cybersecurity incidents triggered by human error.
Software development has evolved through a series of small and big changes over the last decade, and for that reason, many of the practices and myths held true in the past are simply no longer accurate.
With increasing reliance on technology and the internet, it’s crucial to have systems in place to protect sensitive information and prevent cyberattacks. Threat detection and cybersecurity monitoring play a critical role in protecting organizations and individuals from cyber threats.
Co-Founder & CEO at Kobalt.io, Michael Argast, is today’s guest on the Cyber Security Matters podcast, hosted by Dominic Vogel and Christian Redshaw.
As the pace and ways of doing business evolve, so do cyber security risks. A recent discussion with cyber security firm Kobalt.io revealed the top threats businesses face in 2023.
In recent years, financial losses due to fraud have increased steadily. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre reports that $370 million was lost to scams and fraud in 2021, an increase of 130% compared to 2020. In 2022, $530 million was lost to fraud — another significant increase.
