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HOW TO SECURE AN ENTERPRISE ’ S CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Every component , from the most visible systems to the often overlooked , must be scrutinised and fortified while creating a comprehensive approach towards safeguarding against potential threats , ensuring resilience and security of the entire digital ecosystem , explains Saran B Paramasivam at Zoho .
Modern society is underpinned by a complex and intricate network of unseen systems , IT infrastructure . This vast infrastructure encompasses sophisticated hardware , advanced operating systems , extensive communication networks , state-of-the-art data centres , and robust power grids . These elements work together silently to ensure the smooth operation of our interconnected world .
A successful breach can have a disruptive and far-reaching impact , affecting various aspects of society . It can disrupt essential services that people rely on daily , potentially jeopardising public safety and causing significant economic hardships . This makes safeguarding critical infrastructure not simply a technical concern , but a strategic imperative that requires comprehensive planning and execution .
Saran B Paramasivam , Regional Director MEA , Zoho
It forms the essential foundation upon which vital services , such as healthcare , business , education , and financial systems , as well as our ability to communicate , all depend . However , this heavy reliance on such interconnected systems creates a significant vulnerability : cyberattacks .
The Middle East region faces the ever-present threat of data breaches and ransomware attacks targeting public institutions and corporate data . The security landscape in this region is constantly changing , with new threats emerging regularly . The emergence of remote work environments , accelerated by recent
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