A cyber-attack is defined as any type of offensive maneuver, employed by individuals or whole organizations, that targets computer information systems, infrastructures, computer networks, and/or personal computer devices by various means of malicious acts, usually originating from an anonymous source that either steals, alters or destroys a specified target by hacking into a susceptible system. Unfortunately, cyber-attacks are not going away any time soon and are only going to grow in sophistication. So, at this point, it is not a matter of whether your firm is going to be attacked, but when.
Knowing this is the case, it is best to be prepared for when that attack comes. As the military adage goes, “Proper preparation prevents poor performance.” In order to truly minimize the damage a hacker or malware can potentially inflict on your organization, you have to first determine what can hurt you. Things to consider are:
This content has been archived. It is available through our partners, LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law.
To view this content, please continue to their sites.
Not a Lexis Subscriber?
Subscribe Now
Not a Bloomberg Law Subscriber?
Subscribe Now
LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law are third party online distributors of the broad collection of current and archived versions of ALM's legal news publications. LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law customers are able to access and use ALM's content, including content from the National Law Journal, The American Lawyer, Legaltech News, The New York Law Journal, and Corporate Counsel, as well as other sources of legal information.
For questions call 1-877-256-2472 or contact us at [email protected]
