Open search dialogue. Menu Open sub-navigation menu. Home Risk management and guidance Cyber security Documents Cyber security and risk management 15 October 2021 Helping you reduce cyber risks. What is cyber security? Cyber security describes the different ways people and organisations can defend against cyber attacks. The right security can significantly reduce the risk of a successful attack on your organisation. Why is cyber security important? A cyber security breach can damage an organisation in many ways. These can range from: Disruption and data loss Damage through loss of intellectual property Denial of access to websites and services Physical loss or damage through viruses Damage to brand or reputation Loss of public trust. Cyber security forms your organisation’s first line of defence. It’s important for anyone dependent on computer systems, the internet and technology such as smart phones and tablets to conduct business and carry out their day-to-day activities. Who is at risk of a cyber attack? Last year, the Government found that 52% of businesses had experienced a cyber attack.1 Whilst organisations have different levels of dependency on technology, they all have some form of cyber risk to be considered. The majority of successful cyber attacks are not that sophisticated but can cause serious commercial damage. By getting the basic defences right, businesses of every size can protect their reputation, finances and operating capabilities. CEO, National Cyber Security Centre How to prevent against a cyber attack Best practice in cyber security stretches across industries and includes key measures such as: Backing up data regularly and in more than one place Updating antivirus software and other software programmes so they include the latest patches Using strong passwords and encryption to protect data Implementing training to ensure staff are able to recognise and respond to threats. You can learn more about the threats posed by cyber crime and find more detail about how to defend your organisation and data by downloading our cyber security guidance notes. 1Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2017, Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport , April 2017 Documents View more Cyber security guidance (PDF) 20 July 2018 Vacant property advice (PDF) 20 July 2018 Theft of metal (PDF) 30 August 2018 Protecting clients' assets from financial crime (PDF) 07 February 2019 Terrorism prevention checklist (PDF) 11 January 2021 Risk advice line For specific risk advice about health and safety, fire and security, customers can contact our risk experts: 0345 600 7531 Lines are open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) risk.advice@ecclesiastical.com What is the risk advice line? Preferred suppliers 99% customer satisfaction Risk Management – Customer Opinion Results 2020, responses from 413 customers You might also be interested in... View more Cyber security Cyber risk and education We’ve put together some information to help schools protect themselves from cyber threats. More information for Cyber risk and education Protect your school from metal theft Security How schools and other educational establishments can protect themselves from metal theft. More information for Protect your school from metal theft Building works Building works Are your premises undergoing repairs, maintenance or an extension? More information for Building works Accessibility Complaints FSCS Investor relations Customer promise Modern Slavery Act Latest news Privacy policy Terms and Conditions Follow us Link to fa-facebook Link to fa-linkedin Link to fa-twitter © Ecclesiastical 2021 Ecclesiastical Insurance Office plc (EIO) Reg. No. 24869. Registered in England at Benefact House, 2000 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park, Brockworth, Gloucester, GL3 4AW, United Kingdom. EIO is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Reference Number 113848.