Security News > 2020 > May > 13% of SMBs have already experienced a cyberattack since the COVID-19 pandemic began
Nearly one in seven senior decision makers said their organization has already experienced at least one cyberattack since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report by Alliant Cybersecurity.
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"Many senior decision makers simply haven't come to reality with their cybersecurity capabilities," he said, citing the fact that only 10% said they're scared it's only a matter of time until their organization experiences a cyberattack.
In terms of what actions to take, respondents said their organization needs to: Invest more in cybersecurity: More than a fifth· Create a response plan to a cyberattack: Almost a quarter· Be better prepared to handle a scenario like this in the future: Almost a third· Implement clear remote work policies to secure our business from cybersecurity threats when remote working: A quarter.
Cybersecurity must be a paramount component of any business-whether it be completing cyber risk and resilience reviews, cybersecurity training and awareness programs, or at a minimum, developing operational policies and procedures for data security, he said.