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In this section of Vaultinum’s blog dedicated to Cybersecurity, our experts analyse the digital threats faced by businesses and outline ways to strengthen resilience. From security audits and IT governance best practices to vulnerability and attack management, our articles written by experts provide valuable insights to help anticipate risks and safeguard the digital assets in which you invest.
Key takeaways about the NIS2 Directive: definition and scope The NIS 2 Directive marks a significant step by the European Union towards standardising cybersecurity measures across its member states, with stricter requirements and sanctions as a key...
ISO 27001: an international framework for security management ISO 27001 is an international standard defining an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It enforces a structured methodology for identifying, evaluating, and addressing risks...
Objectives and scope of DORA DORA aims to establish a harmonised framework for managing technological risks across the European financial sector. It applies to a wide range of stakeholders, including banks, insurance companies, payment...
What is Network Footprinting? Network footprinting is a reconnaissance process used in cybersecurity to gather information about a computer network. This information-gathering phase is typically the first step in assessing a network’s...
Key takeaways about code quality and why it matters Code quality refers to software that is maintainable, efficient, reliable, and secure, and for companies and investors, it represents a strategic asset that underpins operational efficiency,...
The Evolution of Artificial IntelligenceArtificial intelligence continues to advance at an unprecedented rate. Generative AI models, particularly known for their ability to emulate and enhance human processes, are increasingly being integrated into...
The escalating landscape of data breaches This year, the complexity and frequency of data breaches reached alarming levels. IBM's study revealed that the average data breach now burdens businesses with costs upwards of $4.24 million, a 10% hike...
The recent French 2024-2030 military programming law (LPM) sets forth new defense-related provisions applicable to the private sector, including the obligation for software companies to notify the French National Information Systems Security...
1. User Access ControlControlled user access is paramount for any business serious about its cybersecurity. Access rights should be meticulously determined and conferred according to roles within the organization. Every employee ought to have...
The influence of Artificial Intelligence on source code qualityAI-powered tools can analyse and optimise source code, offering new dimensions in enhancing source code quality. These AI mechanisms can identify coding errors and potential security...
The Scale of Cyberattacks in 2022Last year, the frequency of cyberattacks skyrocketed by 600%, a staggering increase that highlighted how the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified cyber risks.¹ Public sector institutions, including hospitals and local...
Common vulnerabilities and their real-world impact Cybersecurity breaches are not just hypothetical threats, they are real, impactful, and alarmingly frequent. To illustrate the depth of these threats, we will spotlight a few common vulnerabilities...
Key takeaways about how to carry out a successful cyber security audit A cyber security audit is a thorough inspection of a company’s information system to verify and test the integrity of physical and software infrastructures against external and...
Cybersecurity due diligence provides insight into an organisation’s current risk management program, data protection procedures, certifications, and infrastructure protections, to ensure that the organisation will receive results that allow them to...
Last year, the worldwide cost of cybercrime reached $6 trillion and shows no signs of slowing down as studies predict that the damage costs will reach $10.5 trillion by 2025. With this in mind, and with the knowledge that every 11 seconds another...
While the world has faced major challenges from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, these disruptions have also created many opportunities. Nowhere is this truer than in the technology industry, which has been by far the most active area for...
If 2021 was a big year for European dealmaking, 2022 looks set to be even better. Currently the UK is western Europe’s M&A hotbed, accounting for more than 32% of deals in 2021 (1) and has seen a £1.1 billion increase in domestic M&As in...
1. Cyber RisksM&A transactions are fertile ground for cyber criminals providing them with both short and long term opportunities. In the short term, with business operations in transition, data is more vulnerable and at higher risk of...
Ransomware on the rise The scale and scope of ransomware attacks are increasing at an unprecedented rate. This is due to a combination of factors including the rapid rise of digitalization, growing use of cryptocurrencies, increased geo-political...