Aon has released its 2019 Cyber Security Risk Report, which details the greatest cybersecurity threats industries are facing today.
“In 2018 we witnessed that a proactive approach to cyber preparation and planning paid off for the companies that invested in it, and in 2019, we anticipate the need for advanced planning will only further accelerate,” said J. Hogg, CEO of Cyber Solutions at Aon. “Leaders must work to better insulate their companies and their processes, while simultaneously identifying the ways they can benefit from the opportunities offered through technology and digital transformation.”
Hogg said that Aon’s report also highlighted the need for communication and collaboration across enterprises when dealing with cybersecurity issues.
“While it may seem counterintuitive when thinking about cybersecurity, collaboration within and across enterprises and industries can keep private data of companies and individuals alike safer,” Hogg said. “Working together can result in improved efforts to hunt bad actors, while also raising the bar and making all parties more prepared for the inevitable day when disruption does happen.”
The report focused on eight risk areas that companies may face in 2019. The risks illustrate that as companies transition to a digital-first approach, the number of entry points for cyber criminals is growing exponentially, Aon said.
Highlights from the report include: