Cybersecurity (or IT security) protects critical data across devices, networks, and programs from unauthorized access and attacks. Cybersecurity protects systems from hackers and others who try to break into computer networks by exploiting vulnerabilities.
Effective cybersecurity combines the tools, technologies, and practices to protect your critical digital infrastructure, even when cyber threats originate within your organization. Taking small steps to protect your computer networks and other critical systems can greatly protect you and your business.
Cyber security aims to fight against cyber crimes such as using malicious software, theft of confidential information, extortion, and business interruption.
Cyber security and information security:
Cybersecurity and information security are related but cover slightly different areas. Information security is about protecting data in any form, whether digital or physical, against all threats. Cyber security protects computer systems and data from unauthorized digital threats. Cyber security can be considered a type of information security.
