Executives are experiencing multiple cyber attacks.

-Poneman Institute, May 2023

• According to their survey, 42% of respondents stated their executives and family members were attacked by cybercriminals.

• 25% of respondents say in the past two years executives experienced an average of 7 or more than 10 cyberattacks.
  
  In addition to doxxing and malware infections, other attacks include personal email attacks or compromises (42%) and online impersonation (34%).
  
  Cyberattacks against executives resulted in the theft of sensitive financial data (47% of respondents), loss of important business partners (45% of respondents), and theft of intellectual property/company information (36% of respondents).
  

If you get hacked at work, your executives and board will be hacked at home.

Digital Executive Protection extends cybersecurity to outside the office domain by safeguarding the personal digital lives of company executives, board members, and key personnel to mitigate the risks of cybercriminals targeting them for hacking, IP theft, reputational risks, doxxing/swatting, and financial attacks.

Digital assets include all aspects of an executive’s personal life: address/cell/emails; personal cell, tablet, computer, and accounts (email, social, etc.); home network, and any scams targeting them (doxing, swatting, personal exposure, etc.).

What in my home is most vulnerable to cyber threats?

Several devices and systems in your home can be vulnerable to cyber threats. Some of the most common areas of vulnerability include:

1.     Internet of Things (IoT) Devices: Smart devices such as cameras, thermostats, door locks, and appliances connected to the Internet are often vulnerable due to weak default passwords, outdated software, and lack of security updates.

2.     Home Wi-Fi Network: If not properly secured, your home Wi-Fi network can be a major entry point for cyberattacks. Weak passwords or outdated encryption protocols can allow unauthorized access.

3.     Computers and Smartphones: These devices store a wealth of personal information and are prime targets for malware, phishing, and hacking attempts, especially if you don't keep your software and security tools up to date.

4.     Smart TVs and Entertainment Systems: Internet-connected TVs and entertainment systems may have vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit to access your network and potentially your data.

5.     Home Assistants and Voice-Controlled Devices: Devices like Amazon Echo or Google Home can be manipulated to listen to conversations or perform unauthorized actions if improperly secured.

6.     Smart Home Security Systems: Ironically, even security systems can be vulnerable. If not properly configured, they can be disabled or manipulated by hackers.

7.     Smart Lighting and Home Automation: Like other IoT devices, smart lighting and home automation systems can be exploited to access your network.

8.     Children's Devices and Toys: Children's devices and toys that connect to the internet can also pose risks, as they do not have robust security measures.

9.     Home Computer Networks: If you have computers on your home network with inadequate security, they can serve as potential entry points for attackers.

10. Personal Cloud Storage: If not secured properly, personal cloud storage accounts can be accessed by unauthorized users, compromising your files.

To mitigate these vulnerabilities, follow best practices such as using strong and unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, keeping your devices and software updated, regularly monitoring your network, and being cautious about what you connect to your home network.