| |JANUARY 202419deliveries against all orders and working on a framework to ensure the Cybersecurity of all defense drones." The government's urgency in addressing the Cyber vulnerabilities of drones, both in the Civil and Defence domains, is a key requirement from the country's National Security perspective, given the current geopolitical landscape.Woes of the GlassroomsAs cyber attackers widen their horizons, the government and commoners are not the only groups in panic waters. With the increasing demand for work-from-home work or hybrid work culture, the cybersecurity challenges of the business world have multiplied. According to a recent study, 12.7 percent of full-time office employees in India work from home, while 28.2 percent have adopted a hybrid working model.While adjusting operations to the work-from-home model itself produces significant challenges, the constant need to enhance the customer experience by leveraging the dynamically transforming technology landscape increases cyber threats. The rapid growth of the internet, cloud, and IT industry was a positive outcome of the pandemic, but cyber attackers exploited this opportunity, and the results were disastrous.The Threat Landscape in 2025The IDC predicts that global security spending will grow from $219 billion this year to almost $300 billion in 2026. It is obvious that, no matter how big or small your business is, you always face the threat of cyberattacks. Business leaders need proactive cybersecurity experts to create a more secure environment and ensure intact operations by hiring cybersecurity experts. Evaa Saiwal, Head of Cyber Insurance, Policybazaar, echoes, "While preventing cyber attacks entirely may be unrealistic, companies can minimize their likelihood and impact through proactive measures. This includes investing in cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, such as advanced threat detection and response systems. Regularly updating and patching software, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing stringent access controls are also critical." Above all, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness among employees and continuously educating them about the latest threats can help reduce the risk of breaches that could lead to outages.Minimizing the Impact and Recovering QuicklyOne of the most important aspects of a cyber defense strategy is minimizing the impact of outages and recovering quickly. Businesses must deploy an ideal combination of technical and non-technical controls. Technical controls majorly imply having redundant systems, automated fail-over mechanisms, and comprehensive data backup solutions. Non-technical controls are largely about developing and maintaining detailed incident response plans, conducting regular training and simulations, and establishing clear communication protocols. Ensuring that there is a dedicated team responsible for crisis management and that all employees know their roles during an outage is essential for a swift recovery.Just like the old adage, "Hope for the best and be prepared for the worst".
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