Why cybercriminals target accountancy practices and actions you can take now
Organisations of all sizes and in all sectors face a perfect storm of cyber risks: ransomware, phishing, insider threats, supply chain vulnerabilities, and AI-powered fraud. Yet defences remain uneven, and with so few organisations confident in their governance or compliance effectiveness, the urgency is clear.
All businesses are at risk, but accountancy practices represent lucrative targets for cybercriminals due to the abundance of sensitive financial information they handle. From tax returns and payroll data to confidential client records, accountancy firms possess a wealth of valuable assets that attract malicious actors seeking unauthorised access.
Furthermore, the inherently collaborative nature of accountancy work often requires frequent communication and file sharing via email, making practitioners more susceptible to phishing attacks. Cybercriminals exploit these vulnerabilities by crafting convincing phishing emails that leverage familiarity and trust to deceive recipients into divulging sensitive information or executing malicious actions.
Cybersecurity is an executive-level responsibility that must be embedded in the daily operations of the entire organisation. Best practices in isolation are not enough; resilience comes from a comprehensive strategy that unites governance, technology and awareness.
PureCyber’s comprehensive service is designed to help organisations address these challenges head-on. From 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) monitoring to threat intelligence, penetration testing, and supply chain risk management, our services provide the layered protection needed to stay ahead of cyber criminals.
We also deliver compliance support and awareness training, ensuring your teams remain informed and resilient against emerging threats. In a sector reliant on trust and integrity, a strong cyber security posture is a foundational part of building that reputation.
Supply chain cybersecurity
Supply chains are becoming increasingly targeted across all sectors, and securing ‘weak links’ in extended supplier networks is something we're noticing increased interest in from clients following recent high-profile incidents such as the Jaguar Land Rover attack. Read our articles on:
- How to protect your supply chain against cyber attacks
- What a real supply chain cyber attack looks like and how to recover
AI and cyber
AI and its implications for cybersecurity is another key area of interest across the board. This is one of the topics we get asked about very regularly, and our recent AI webinar took a deeper look into the popular subject.
Autumn webinar series
The PureCyber autumn webinar series offers practical advice on building security into your supply chain strategy; from policy-level decisions to tactical controls. You’ll learn how to approach supplier risk holistically and why your cyber strategy is only as strong as your weakest vendor.
Join live or catch up on previous sessions on demand, to:
- understand the cyber risks posed by third-party vendors
- earn how to approach supplier risk holistically
- understand the separation between internal and external risk profiles.
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