{"id":265171,"date":"2024-07-24T05:39:35","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T05:39:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/blog\/?p=265171"},"modified":"2024-07-24T16:30:41","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T16:30:41","slug":"what-does-cybersecurity-protect-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/blog\/what-does-cybersecurity-protect-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does Cybersecurity Protect? A Comprehensive Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cybersecurity is a term you hear often, but what does it really mean, and more importantly, <\/span>what does cybersecurity protect<\/b>?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In a recent <\/span>KPMG survey of 500 CEOs<\/span><\/a>, 18% said that cybersecurity risks would be the biggest threat to their company’s growth. This is an increase from 10% last year. Whether you’re a business owner, a student, or just someone using the internet, understanding cybersecurity is essential.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Let’s dive into the various aspects of cybersecurity, why it’s crucial, and how it shields our digital world.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Cyber security?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Cybersecurity is the term encompassing the procedures and tools used to defend networks, systems, and data against cyberattacks, which can take many different forms, from hacking attempts to data breaches and other cyber threats. <\/span>Essentially, cybersecurity is the digital shield that guards against unauthorized access and damage to your digital assets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cyber security involves<\/b> using technology, strategies, and practices to prevent or lessen the impact of cyberattacks. It aims to protect individuals and organizations’ systems, applications, devices, sensitive data, and financial assets from threats like viruses and costly ransomware attacks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cyberattacks can disrupt, damage, or destroy businesses, with the costs to victims continually increasing. These trends offer significant business benefits and human progress but also create more opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Security teams, often stretched thin, are focusing on developing comprehensive cybersecurity strategies using advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation to combat cyber threats<\/strong><\/a> more effectively and reduce the impact of cyberattacks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Types of Cybersecurity (Cybersecurity Domains)<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Types<\/p>\n

A strong cybersecurity strategy protects all parts of your IT setup against cyber threats and cybercrime. Here are the main areas it covers:<\/span><\/p>\n