Beyond the personal and professional repercussions and the possible financial losses, being hacked highlights the vulnerability of users and generates immense stress. The consequences of a “personal” attack are devastating on several levels. On a personal level, the attack highlights the vulnerability of the victim, who is faced with a violation of their privacy and a feeling of digital insecurity. Professionally, the dissemination of fraudulent messages tarnishes their reputation and causes confusion within their professional network. Added to this are the possible financial losses and the generation of immense stress.
When you are the victim of a cyber attack, your first reaction is often panic and a feeling of helplessness. You don’t know where to turn, which can mean wasting precious time. It is essential to protect yourself in advance by adopting robust security measures, but it is also crucial to know how to react in the event of an attack. For private individuals in Switzerland, it’s important to know about cybersecurity assistance:
The Federal Office for Cybersecurity FOCS: info@ncsc.admin.ch
The police in an emergency: 112 or 117
Report a vulnerability: www.report.ncsc.admin.ch
For the industry, letting’s round table discussions on crisis management is essential to building resilience in the face of cyber attacks and minimising the potential impact.
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