Hackers No Longer Need to Take Systems Down to Cause Serious Problems
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Hackers no longer need to knock out a bank, a data center or a public website to cause serious problems. This is the main message of a commentary on the website TechWatch, which deals with digital security and how the threat landscape has changed.
Traditionally, many have thought of cyberattacks as actions that make services disappear, for example when a website stops working or a system goes down. The commentary points out that there may be other ways to cause harm. Attacks can be less visible, yet still have major consequences for individuals, businesses and society.
For readers in Norway, the topic is relevant. Many services, both in the public sector and in private business, are digital today. When a lot of information and many processes are connected to the internet, even small errors or hidden attacks can matter. It is therefore important that companies and public bodies have good knowledge of the risks and work systematically on security.
The commentary emphasizes that digital security is not only about technology. Routines, training and awareness among employees and ordinary users also matter. Overall, the text shows that the threat to digital systems is complex, and that the defense against it must be equally broad.
Sources: TechWatch
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