The Cybersecurity Blog
Analysis, tutorials and technology watch by our experts.
Why Swiss SMEs Need to Enable Automatic Updates
Automatic updates are the simplest and most effective cybersecurity measure to protect your Swiss SME: a one-time setup of just a few minutes is enough to block cyberattacks that exploit known vulnerabilities. According to the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), 60% of cyber incidents affecting Swiss SMEs exploit unpatched software flaws. Discover how to configure this essential protection without disrupting your daily operations, with solutions tailored to the realities of Swiss SMEs and the requirements of the revised Federal Act on Data Protection (nLPD).
BYOD in Business: How to Protect Your SME When Employees Use Personal Devices
Do your SME employees use their personal smartphones, tablets, and computers for work? This practice, called BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), offers flexibility and cost savings, but it exposes your company to significant security risks: data loss, nLPD violations, or cyberattacks. This practical guide explains how to effectively manage BYOD with measures accessible to Swiss SMEs: define a clear policy, protect devices, separate professional and personal data, raise awareness among your teams, and prepare a contingency plan. Concrete advice, without technical jargon, to protect your business without overcomplicating things.
Security of New Technologies: A Conundrum for Businesses
With the widespread adoption of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile computing devices that allow users to be reached, consult, and respond to emails virtually anywhere, companies are increasingly facing security problems.