GAP analysis identifies where your organization does not meet NIS2 requirements, providing a clear roadmap to achieve compliance while protecting your organization from cyberattacks, loss of client trust, and fines.

According to available statistics, since the beginning of 2021, every organization in Slovakia has faced an average of 473 cyberattacks per week, representing an almost 50% increase compared to the previous six months. Over two-thirds of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) experienced a security incident related to potential data leakage in 2022, causing an average financial damage of nearly €220,000.

The National Security Authority identifies the most common threats as phishing campaigns, malware (especially ransomware), data breaches, exploitation of known vulnerabilities, and low cybersecurity awareness among employees. Attackers are increasingly targeting Central and Eastern Europe, focusing on manufacturing companies and the SMB segment.

With a systematic approach to business continuity planning, organizations can significantly accelerate recovery after a critical security incident.

What risks do Slovak companies face?

Ransomware is malware used by attackers to lock electronic devices, encrypt and steal data, and demand ransom from the owner. Ransom amounts typically range from tens to hundreds of thousands of euros, while multi-million euro ransoms are common abroad. If the ransom is not paid, the company risks permanent data loss. Attackers may monetize stolen data, for example by selling it to competitors—consider the potential losses if sensitive documents end up in the hands of rivals.

We identify the main weaknesses in information security within Slovak companies as:
  • weak approach to IT infrastructure development, maintenance, and security,
  • insufficient application of security measures and risk management processes,
  • underfunding of cybersecurity and inadequate response to evolving threats,
  • acute shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the labor market,
  • outdated hardware and software,
  • deployment of new technologies without comprehensive security analysis or adequate protection measures,
  • low cybersecurity awareness among employees.

SMEs are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals as they are more vulnerable than large corporations and often lack comparable financial and IT security resources. For attackers, they represent a lucrative and accessible target.

What do we offer?
A cybersecurity readiness audit, including:
  • comprehensive network scan – monitoring vulnerabilities in local infrastructure (internal and external threats),
  • risk analysis – evaluation of established processes and their adherence,
  • data leakage analysis – identification of potential data exfiltration paths within the IT environment, including risks via employees.
Proposed Solutions and Support in Addressing Deficiencies:
  • risk mitigation plan – a structured approach to minimize security threats with recommended technical and organizational solutions,
  • employee training in cybersecurity – interactive sessions reflecting the latest and most prevalent cyberattacks (internal and external threats),
  • support in implementing solutions and processes to reduce security risks.

What could be worse for a business owner than discovering that day-to-day operations are halted for days or weeks? Prevention is incomparably cheaper than addressing a cyberattack.

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For more information on how to comprehensively address current cybersecurity threats, do not hesitate to contact us.

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