Companies face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats that can jeopardise their daily operations and customer trust, all while the EU rolls out the new NIS II Directive. This means Slovak companies need to step up their cybersecurity game. Here’s what you need to know!
Key Points
- NIS II expands security obligations to more sectors, impacting a wide range of companies in Slovakia.
- Ransomware attacks are on the rise, particularly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises.
- The average ransom demand has surged, hitting over $5.2 million in 2024.
- New requirements under NIS II include stricter incident reporting and risk management mandates.
- Companies must implement technical, organisational, and personnel measures for data protection.
- Small enterprises lack cybersecurity budgets and often do not have adequate measures in place.
- Compliance with NIS II could enhance a company’s reputation and facilitate EU collaboration.
Why should I read this?
If you’re part of a business or an entrepreneur in Slovakia, this article is a must-read! With the EU tightening cybersecurity regulations, it’s crucial to understand what’s at stake and how you can not only comply but actually protect your business from ever-growing cyber threats. Don’t be the next target!