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Check Point Software launches Mind to make cybersecurity knowledge and skills accessible
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Technologies , a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions globally , is launching Check Point Mind , a knowledge training portal , in collaboration with over 200 of the world ’ s most recognised training partners . Users can sign up with the portal for free and choose from a wide range of courses and programmes available from over 200 partners . Payment can be made through credit card or Check Point Learning Credits .
“ Check Point ’ s Mind training portal launch comes at a time where cybersecurity training is more important than ever . With Check Point as a premium partner , we ’ re excited to leverage its capabilities to equip both the current and next generation of CISOs and cybersecurity specialists with the tools needed to certify their knowledge and skills and enhance their careers in the industry ,” said Chris DeMale , Director of Channel Business Development for ISACA .
“ With the continued increase in cyberattacks and more sophisticated cyberthreats , Check Point Software , as an enabler of cybersecurity , is committed to making cybersecurity education and knowledge accessible ,” said Liat Doron , Vice President , Learning and Training , Check Point Software Technologies .
“ Through Check Point Mind , we aim to equip anyone from students to C-level executives with cybersecurity knowledge and skills to help meet the global demand for more cybersecurity professionals .”
UK manufacturers are feeling the cybersecurity heat
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T has been severely tested by cybersecurity attacks since the start of the pandemic , according to new research by Keeper Security . In fact , the 2021 Cybersecurity Census Report found the average manufacturing company experienced 30 cyberattacks during the past year alone , with 85 % expecting that figure to increase over the coming 12 months .
The pandemic had a large impact on the manufacturing sector when it comes to cybersecurity , with nearly a third ( 30 %) of manufacturers experiencing disruption to trade through successful cyberattacks and 28 % also suffering disruption to supply chains . The effect of the pandemic has also resulted in businesses focusing their priorities across a host of different areas with budgets pulled in multiple directions and only 39 % of senior IT leaders able to prioritise IT as their number one investment .
This has led to gaps in cybersecurity provision , ranging from a lack of necessary skills to poor security hygiene . According to the research , 60 % of employees don ’ t understand the cybersecurity implications of poor password hygiene .
Just 24 % also admit that they lack the skills to deal with cyberattacks and 58 % believe the UK has a skills shortage among IT workers , directly impacting their company ’ s cybersecurity .
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