This was cabinet minister Pat McFadden’s powerful response this week to the recent cyberattacks on Marks & Spencer, Harrods, and Co-op. These incidents disrupted operations, compromised sensitive data, and caused massive financial losses – serving as a wake-up call for organisations across all industries.
Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, using tactics like social engineering to bypass security measures. The attacks on M&S and Co-op involved hackers tricking IT help desk workers into resetting passwords, granting unauthorized access to critical systems.
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has urged businesses to review their security protocols and ensure they have the right measures in place. Cyber resilience is no longer optional – it’s essential for protecting customer trust, financial stability, and long-term success.
Equity can help businesses understand what they have in place and what they might need for cybersecurity and tech resilience with a no-obligation cyber audit. Remember, if it can happen to three of the UK’s biggest brands, then it can happen to anyone….