UK: Welsh firms ill-prepared to meet the challenges of cyber security threats


Many businesses in Wales lack the readiness to meet cyber security threats while also underestimating their potential costs, shows new research.

Undertaken by Bridgend-based managed services provider CSG, the research focused on firms across construction, manufacturing, professional services, retail, public services and tourism. It reveals that two-thirds of (66%) have already experienced a cyber security incident. Typically, these have included hostile software (malware and ransomware) and service disruption.

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Source: BusinessLive News


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