Cyber security, the set of techniques and procedures that protect information and technology systems from hackers and other malicious activities, is a critical business concern. From the national secrets of governments to the personal information gathered from consumers by credit reporting agencies, companies rely on their information and technology systems to operate and thrive. With the right approach to cyber security, businesses can create and implement systems that make attacks more difficult to carry out or less successful.
The key to a strong cybersecurity strategy is understanding what the threats are, how they’re ranked, and where your organization’s weak points lie. Cybersecurity metrics provide a clearer picture of risks, making it easier for boards and leadership teams to understand the most critical threats to their businesses.
For example, the number of intrusion attempts and resulting response by security teams helps to quantify the overall risk of attack. Similarly, the number of unidentified devices on a network can help to identify potential attack entry points. Another metric that’s helpful is the amount of web traffic or network traffic that is non-human, which can indicate a bot attack.
With more and more data being stored digitally and transferred across wired and wireless communication networks, the need for cyber security is more pressing than ever. Companies can protect their information and systems by employing a series of best practices, including creating secure software, backing up all sensitive data regularly, using effective encryption algorithms, and implementing strong password policies. MDR