在现代计算机时代, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. As companies increasingly rely on technology to conduct their operations, the risk of cyberattacks and data breaches has escalated.
The frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks have grown exponentially. Cybercriminals are employing advanced techniques such as ransomware, 网络钓鱼, and zero-day exploits to breach defences and steal sensitive data. High-profile breaches affecting large corporations such as Optus, Medibank and more recently Ticketmaster have underscored the fact that Australia is certainly not immune to these evolving cyber threats.
The post pandemic world has further fuelled and in some cases heightened these risks. Whilst businesses are now reaping the benefits of increasingly advanced digital technologies such as cloud computing, 物联网(IoT), 和人工智能(AI), these technologies conversely introduce new vulnerabilities. The shift to remote 工作, has also expanded the attack surface for cybercriminals. 首页 net工作s and personal devices often lack the same level of security as corporate environments, 使他们成为主要目标.
For large companies, safeguarding sensitive financial information is paramount. 在短期内, cyberattacks can lead to substantial financial losses through direct theft, 业务中断, and the costs associated with incident response and recovery. 在某些情况下, the sheer reputational damage could be enough to erode client trust and investor confidence in the medium to long term.
Therefore, how can an audit benefit your business with respect to cybersecurity?
Whilst the primary focus of a financial statement audit is to provide a level of assurance as to the completeness, accuracy and reliability of an entity’s financial statements, an audit also provides significant benefits related to cybersecurity:
识别漏洞
在财务报表审计期间, auditors evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, including those related to IT and cybersecurity, which can highlight identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities in your cybersecurity frame工作 through an independent channel. 审计ors can pinpoint areas where your business may be at risk for cyberattacks, providing a basis for strengthening your cybersecurity measures.
加强数据完整性
审计ors review data management practices, including data protection and storage protocols, which are integral to cybersecurity such as how often data backups are performed as well as whether these backups are located off-site or on the cloud.
合规性和最佳实践
审计s help ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, many of which now include cybersecurity requirements. This compliance reduces the risk of legal issues and penalties in the event that an unexpected incident occurs.
建立利益相关者的信心
An audited set of financial statements provides assurance to your stakeholders that your business is financially sound and adheres to robust cybersecurity practices. Demonstrating a commitment to cybersecurity through regular audits enhances your business’s reputation and thus stakeholders are more likely to trust a company that prioritises data security.
底线?
By integrating the insights gained from financial audits into your cybersecurity strategy, your business can better safeguard its assets, 维护利益相关者的信心, and ensure long-term operational resilience. Accru提供 外部审计 还有一系列其他的 审计及保证服务 为各种各样的组织服务. If you’d like to know more about how we could add value through an audit, 请随时澳门赌场官网我.
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