Sunday, January 26, 2025

The Growing Threat of Cyber Warfare and the Importance of IT Policy Compliance

Simpan sebagai kenangan : Taklimat kepada sekumpulan pelawat yg terdiri drpd Pensyarah & mahasiswa UKM sempena lawatan ke SIRIM Berhad.

1. Introduction

   - Overview of cyber warfare and its relevance to individuals and organizations.  

   - The increasing frequency of cyber attacks as the top business disruption.  

   - The importance of IT policy compliance in mitigating cyber threats.  

2. Understanding Cyber Warfare  

   - Definition and scope of cyber warfare.  

   - Real-world example: Project Olympic and the U.S. cyber attack on Iran’s nuclear program.  

   - How cyber warfare impacts individuals indirectly.  

3. Cyber Attacks as the Leading Business Disruption

   - Statistics and trends over the past five years.  

   - Common attack methods affecting businesses today.  

   - Industries most affected by cyber attacks.  

4. Social Engineering: The Human Factor in Cybersecurity

   - Insights from Kevin Mitnick’s The Art of Deception and Ghost in the Wires.  

   - How cybercriminals exploit human psychology.  

   - Real-life examples of social engineering attacks. 

5. The Role of IT Policies in Organizational Security

   - Key elements of a strong IT policy.  

   - Why compliance is crucial for individuals and businesses.  

   - Consequences of non-compliance.  

6. Implementing a Data Governance Policy

   - What is data governance, and why is it important?  

   - Essential components of an effective data governance framework.  

   - Benefits of having a well-defined data governance strategy.  

7. Key Takeaways from the Briefing for Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Students

   - Lessons on cybersecurity awareness and compliance.  

   - Importance of proactive measures and responsible IT usage.  

   - Encouraging a culture of cybersecurity consciousness among students.  

8. Conclusion

   - Reiterating the significance of cyber threat awareness.  

   - The need for continuous education and compliance.  

   - Final thoughts and recommendations for students and organizations.

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