November 15, 2023 at 12:01PM
Cyber resilience is crucial in the face of increasing geopolitical threats and advancements in technology like AI, according to cybersecurity leaders Reem Alshammari and Abeer Khedr at the Black Hat Middle East and Africa conference. They emphasized the need for organizations to prepare for cyber attacks and integrate cyber resilience into their operational strategy. Achieving cyber resilience requires continuous effort and maturity, as highlighted in Accenture’s “State of Cybersecurity Resilience” report and the British Standards Institution’s BS 65000.
Key Takeaways from the Meeting Notes:
1. Cyber resilience is crucial in the face of increasing geopolitical threats and advancements in technology like AI.
2. Cybersecurity experts emphasize that it is not a matter of if a cyber attack will occur, but rather when it will happen.
3. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of resilience, especially with the rapid shift to remote work.
4. CEOs and senior management should take ownership of cyber resilience and integrate it into the company’s operational strategy.
5. Accenture’s “State of Cybersecurity Resilience” report and the British Standards Institution’s BS 65000 provide useful roadmaps for achieving cyber resilience.
6. Cyber resilience is an ongoing process and not something that can be achieved overnight. It requires continuous effort and adaptation.
Overall, the meeting highlights the need for organizations to prioritize cyber resilience and develop comprehensive strategies to protect against cyber threats.