EDITOR’ S QUESTION
WHAT STRATEGIES AND PROTOCOLS CAN RETAILERS ADOPT TO NOT ONLY PREVENT FUTURE ATTACKS BUT ALSO BUILD LONG- TERM RESILIENCE AGAINST EVOLVING CYBER-RISKS?
The recent spate of cyberattacks targeting prominent UK retailers has starkly exposed critical vulnerabilities within the sector’ s digital defences. From data breaches to operational disruptions, these incidents underscore a pressing need for a robust and proactive approach to cybersecurity.
As retailers navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape, the challenge extends beyond simply patching immediate flaws. It demands a strategic shift towards building enduring resilience against everevolving cyber-risks.
We gathered insights from three leading experts in cybersecurity and retail technology and put this pivotal question to them:‘ What strategies and protocols can retailers adopt to not only prevent future attacks but also build long-term resilience against evolving cyber-risks?’
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