- Jun 9, 2013
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Better law enforcement training and coordination of cyber security and support for a government-backed awareness campaign are two key findings of an ISP survey by the Internet Services Providers’ Association (ISPA).
Cyber security has risen up the agenda for business, policymakers, government, law enforcement and users in recent times, yet it has always been a priority for ISPs. ISPA surveyed its members across a range of cyber security areas, including where it sits in their business, the nature and impact of cyber-attacks, the tech used to safeguard networks and the role of end users, Government and law enforcement.
Cyber security is a rising priority, with senior responsibility within the company as ISPs and customers are subject to regular attacks. ISPs play a proactive role through network protection, customer support and by working with authorities to help mitigate threats. Government and law enforcement should prioritise awareness raising and education, and improve how they deal with reports and coordination of cyber security.
The survey shows a real belief among ISPA members in a partnership approach with different stakeholders playing their part. This means government, law enforcement, Internet companies, individual users, ISPs and businesses all working together to protect networks, follow good cyber hygiene, mitigate threats and bring offenders to justice.
Cyber security is critical for ISPs
With over 90% of ISPs coming under some form of attack, over three quarters of respondents planned to spend more on cyber-security. Responsibility for cyber-security lies with the top layer of management for 93% of respondents and over three quarters said it had become an even more important priority in the last five years. Cyber is good for business too, with 75% saying they had been asked about cyber security by potential customers.
Full Article. ISPs treat cyber security as a top priority - Help Net Security
Cyber security has risen up the agenda for business, policymakers, government, law enforcement and users in recent times, yet it has always been a priority for ISPs. ISPA surveyed its members across a range of cyber security areas, including where it sits in their business, the nature and impact of cyber-attacks, the tech used to safeguard networks and the role of end users, Government and law enforcement.
Cyber security is a rising priority, with senior responsibility within the company as ISPs and customers are subject to regular attacks. ISPs play a proactive role through network protection, customer support and by working with authorities to help mitigate threats. Government and law enforcement should prioritise awareness raising and education, and improve how they deal with reports and coordination of cyber security.
The survey shows a real belief among ISPA members in a partnership approach with different stakeholders playing their part. This means government, law enforcement, Internet companies, individual users, ISPs and businesses all working together to protect networks, follow good cyber hygiene, mitigate threats and bring offenders to justice.
Cyber security is critical for ISPs
With over 90% of ISPs coming under some form of attack, over three quarters of respondents planned to spend more on cyber-security. Responsibility for cyber-security lies with the top layer of management for 93% of respondents and over three quarters said it had become an even more important priority in the last five years. Cyber is good for business too, with 75% saying they had been asked about cyber security by potential customers.
Full Article. ISPs treat cyber security as a top priority - Help Net Security
