IT security

In today's networked world, IT security is indispensable for companies. It encompasses all measures that help to protect IT systems, data and networks against threats and unauthorized access. A solid IT security strategy not only helps you to protect your sensitive information, but also to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of your data.

IT security as a holistic approach

Companies face a variety of challenges in the area of IT security. these range from malicious software such as malware, viruses, worms and Trojans to targeted attacks by hackers. The use of firewalls, anti-virus software and encryption methods plays a central role in this.

An effective IT security strategy takes into account both technical and organizational protective measures. Regular updates and security patches for operating systems and applications minimize vulnerabilities. It is equally important to raise employee awareness through IT security training in order to proactively counter risks such as phishing or social engineering.

Recognizing threats and closing security gaps

Early detection of threats is crucial in IT security. Cyber attackers often use security gaps in software or vulnerabilities in the system configuration to gain access to sensitive information. Regular security checks and penetration tests help you to identify vulnerabilities in your systems and rectify them in good time.

Protection against malware such as viruses, worms and Trojans is also of central importance. This malware can be used to spy out sensitive data or paralyze systems. By implementing suitable security mechanisms such as firewalls and anti-virus programs, you can effectively ward off such attacks.

Anyone who wants to hack a company tries to find a so-called kill chain and use it to establish their criminal activities. What does that mean? A few steps are required before the "Kill chain complete!" can be said. First of all, it must be possible to identify the infrastructure system and penetrate the system ("IN"), for example via social engineering such as phishing emails. Then the attackers must expand their access rights within the company network ("THROUGH") in order to - last but not least - cause damage ("OUT") that generates money, such as blackmailing the company through ransomware (data encryption or data sale).

Cyber security: protection against digital threats in the networked world

Cyber security is also part of IT security. While IT security offers more comprehensive protection, cyber security focuses on defending against threats resulting from the internet and digital networks. Both are essential for a modern security concept. Digitalization offers numerous advantages, but also harbours risks. Cyber criminals use vulnerabilities in IT systems and networks to steal sensitive data, sabotage business processes or cause financial damage to companies. A comprehensive cyber security strategy not only protects against financial losses, but also against reputational damage and data loss.

An effective cyber security strategy combines technical and organizational measures to detect threats at an early stage and ward them off. An Information Security Management System (ISMS) certified to ISO standards helps you to systematically identify security risks and take appropriate measures.

CANCOM - your experts for cyber security

As one of the leading companies for cyber security in the DACH region, CANCOM is your reliable partner for comprehensive protection against digital threats. With around 300 certified cyber security specialists in highly qualified teams, we work around the clock on security projects to analyze security incidents, develop innovative solutions and protect companies from the growing challenges of the digital world.

The requirements for cyber security are constantly changing: new threat scenarios, the use of artificial intelligence and increasing attack complexity require flexible and future-proof strategies. Our vision for cyber security combines existing IT infrastructures with modern solutions to optimally protect companies against the current threat landscape.

An effective security strategy is based on four central building blocks: Prevent, Protect, Detect and Respond. These elements interlock to ensure comprehensive protection against cyber attacks and security incidents.

Prevent: Prevention

Prevent includes preventive measures such as regular security analyses, risk assessments and awareness training. By identifying vulnerabilities and security gaps, you can prevent potential attacks in advance. Updates, patches and encryption ensure that sensitive data and systems are protected.

Protect: protective measures

Protect includes the active protection of your IT systems and data through firewalls, anti-virus programs and encryption technologies. The physical protection of hardware and access to sensitive information are also part of these protective measures to effectively prevent attacks.

Detect: Detect threats

Detect allows you to continuously monitor your IT infrastructure in order to detect potential threats at an early stage. Monitoring tools and intrusion detection systems (IDS) help to identify anomalies in the data network and report security breaches immediately.

Respond: reacting to incidents

Respond focuses on the rapid response to security incidents. With a clear incident response plan, you can isolate affected systems, minimize damage and restore normal operations. Follow-up of the incident helps to prevent future attacks.