We pay close attention to reports from experts like the folks at Cisco because they provide valuable insight into the risks our clients can expect to face. As we’ve all seen over the past couple years, one of the most significant and fastest-growing risks is that of a cyber attack.
One of the major issues making cybersecurity a troublesome crisis management concern is that attackers are constantly one step ahead of defenders. And don’t assume you’ll know when someone you’re connected with is hit. According to Cisco, a disconcertingly low 21% clue business partners in to cyber attacks, with just 18% telling any type of external authority at all.
For more information on the rising risk of cyber attack, click the infographic below.
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[Jonathan Bernstein is president of Bernstein Crisis Management, Inc., an international crisis management consultancy, author of Manager’s Guide to Crisis Management and Keeping the Wolves at Bay – Media Training. Erik Bernstein is vice president for the firm, and also editor of its newsletter, Crisis Manager]
Jonathan L. Bernstein, founder and Chairman of Bernstein Crisis Management, Inc. has more than 25 years of experience in all aspects of crisis management – crisis response, vulnerability assessment, planning, training and simulations.
Erik Bernstein is president of Bernstein Crisis Management. Erik started with BCM in 2009 as a writer and subsequently became social media manager for the consultancy itself as well as for a number of BCM clients before moving to the president position.