Our own Jackie Kehoe features prominently in a recent article by Adrian Weckler in the Irish Independent, emphasising the gravity of the situation regarding the urgent need for Irish businesses to prepare for impending cybersecurity regulations.

Key Takeaways:

• NIS2 Directive Awareness: Only 25% of executives are aware of the NIS2 directive, due to be transposed into Irish law by mid-October.
• Compliance Rates: Just 20% of Irish firms are currently compliant with NIS2.
• Potential Fines: NIS2 carries potential fines of up to €10 million or 2% of total worldwide annual turnover for non-compliance.
• Cyber Attack Statistics: 71% of Irish businesses suffered at least one cyber attack last year, with Ireland recording the highest median number of attacks among all countries studied.
• Operational Risks: The recent global IT outage caused by a faulty update from

CrowdStrike highlights the potential operational disruption and financial losses from cyber attacks. As Jackie stresses, “The far-reaching consequences of a cyber attack could result in massive operational disruption and severe financial losses.” As the NIS2 compliance deadline approaches, it’s crucial for businesses to take proactive steps to beef up their cybersecurity measures. At Cyber Skills, expert-led courses are offered to help organisations meet NIS2 requirements and strengthen their cybersecurity defences.

Businesses should not wait until it’s too late. Preparing now is essential to protect against cyber threats and avoid hefty fines. For more details, read the full article by Adrian Weckler here.

Feel free to reach out if there are any questions or if assistance is needed in achieving NIS2 compliance.