Irish firms urged to prioritise importance of cyber securityMichael BoltonThe National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) is urging firms in Ireland to be aware of the importance of cyber security. The NSAI says ransomware defence, employee awareness training and encrypted backup of mission-critical data are the ‘critical trio’ areas that need to be assessed during European Cybersecurity Month. Denis Ryan, a lead auditor for the NSAI and has responsibility for information security management certification systems, said companies are constantly trying to catch up with new cyber threats. “Continuous awareness training is vital so that all employees understand that everyone has a role to play by being able to recognise phishing attempts and following security protocols. Mr Ryan highlighted the financial damage that can be inflicted on a business due to a cyber attack, and stressed the importance of ensuring security is up to date.

Source: Irish Independent October 19, 2023 13:30 UTC