Cyber guidance and scenario planning

A potential data breach or ‘cyber attack’ can become more likely if potential cyber risks are not managed.

To help defend against a potential data breach or cyber attack, we’ve created three guides, including a scenario planner to help organisations better understand the threats they face. They define clear actions and controls to help mitigate cyber risks.

Today, we face a myriad of challenging hazards and threats in the digital space, including those caused by humans. These incidents can be accidental or deliberate and disrupt education and critical operations; expose sensitive personally identifiable information (PII) of employees, volunteers, and other user groups; and can lead to high recovery costs.

Organisations are making greater use of technology and the internet, so it is vital they take all the steps they can to keep their systems, people, and data secure and safe from harm.

The purpose of this scenario planner is to help inform decision-makers and to encourage an appropriate response to a cyber attack. The planner serves as a summary to help all involved parties make informed decisions about security and the need for additional action, such as insurance or technical management measures. By reviewing the cyber risk posed to the organisation, the planner will also help identify where there are weaknesses or areas for further investment.