Intelligent CIO Europe Issue 37 | Page 25

TRENDING

A CEO ’ S SECRETS – SNOOPING CYBERCRIMINALS TO BRING DOWN A WFH CEO

As we begin a new year , there ’ s a lot of talk surrounding what the future will hold and what technology trends 2021 will have in store for us . Chris Harris , Europe , the Middle East and Africa ( EMEA ) Technical Director at Thales ; and Dr Alex Tarter , Chief Cyber Consultant and CTO at Thales UK , discuss technology developments deriving from the last year , and what to expect in the near future .

Chris Harris , Europe , the Middle East and Africa

( EMEA ) Technical Director at Thales :
Homeworking is set to stay in 2021 as companies look to strike a better work-life balance for their employees . As a result , with more people working from home , expect to see an increase in smart devices as everyone aims to make their lives more convenient .
However , this could open a new door , with smart homes set to become the new battlefield for cybercriminals . Unbeknown to senior business leaders , the adoption of connected devices like baby monitors and security cameras could be opening the
2021 will see a shift in mentality with businesses making cybersecurity training an aspect of every role and all job descriptions moving forward .
door for hackers to listen in on their confidential work conversations . Whether it ’ s discussing sales figures , business strategy or product development , including details of the company ’ s IP , this information could be valuable if it falls into the wrong hands and is sold to rivals .
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