Our webinar provided an in-depth look at some of key areas of cybersecurity while also addressing new updates in compliance requirements, including CMMC 2.0. Here are the top takeaways:
- The Latest on CMMC 2.0: The recent Final Rule update, published on October 15, 2024, introduced new timelines and requirements for businesses handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Compliance with these standards is crucial for maintaining government contracts and safeguarding sensitive data. For more on the latest ruling, read our blog post on it here: CMMC Final Rule Published: What It Means for Defense Contractors –
- Incident Response and Business Continuity: We outlined the importance of having a well-defined incident response plan to contain attacks quickly and minimize disruption. Business continuity and Backup Disaster Recovery (BDR) plans are essential to keep operations running and restore data in the event of a breach or disaster.
- Combating Phishing, BEC, and Ransomware: Phishing and Business Email Compromise (BEC) often serve as entry points for more severe attacks, like ransomware. Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), regular phishing simulations, and incident response protocols helps to reduce risk and enhance security.
- Fostering a Cybersecurity-First Culture: Human error is one of the leading causes of cyber breaches, which is why cybersecurity awareness and training are so important. Leadership should take an active role in promoting cybersecurity initiatives to build a security-conscious culture.
Cybersecurity is an ongoing commitment, and Cybersecurity Awareness Month is always a great reminder each year of the importance of staying informed and proactive. With new threats emerging constantly, maintaining a robust cybersecurity strategy is essential to protect your organization, your clients, and your valuable data.
Thank you for joining us in October, and if you’d like to continue strengthening your cybersecurity strategy or learn more about the topics we covered, reach out to the Iviry team today. Let’s work together to keep your business safe in 2025 and beyond!
