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Suppliers in the crosshairs: Cyber criminals strike specifically!
Companies in Austria are increasingly becoming the target of cybercrime. A recent analysis shows that supply chains are at risk and many companies are ill-prepared for attacks.
Suppliers in the crosshairs: Cyber criminals strike specifically!
Companies have increasingly become targets of cybercrime through their supply chains. As [vienna.at](https://www.vienna.at/lieferanten-oefter-im-visier-von-cyber criminalen/9398921) reports, the trend is for cybercriminals to focus on these vulnerable links, as core companies are generally better protected against attacks. According to the latest KPMG cybersecurity report, one in three domestic suppliers or service providers has already been the target of a cyberattack.
The impact of such attacks can be devastating, triggering a domino effect that can destabilize the entire supply chain. Almost 50% of the 1,400 companies surveyed expressed concerns that their suppliers do not adhere to the same safety standards as they do.
Pleasing decline in successful attacks
Although the threat situation remains serious, statistics show that the proportion of successful cyberattacks has fallen. The report found that only one in seven attacks is successful, compared to one in six previously. The most common attack types are phishing attacks and malware, each accounting for 81% of incidents. Scam calls and email scams are also common methods, with rates of 65% and 59%.
The motivation behind these attacks goes beyond data theft or ransomware. Cybercriminals are increasingly trying to manipulate entire business processes. The threat is particularly serious as 28% of attacks are now carried out by state-backed actors, which is more than double the previous figure.
Level of preparation in Austria
A worrying trend can be seen in the assessment of the criticality of the infrastructure in Austria. According to the survey, 55% of respondents believe Austria is not well prepared for serious attacks on critical infrastructure. Only 13% of those surveyed believe that the country is well positioned to address these challenges.
In Germany, the cyber security situation is also being closely monitored. The BSI regularly publishes statistics on cyber security in the federal administration, which contain important key figures and trends. These reports are updated monthly or quarterly and provide not only data on cyberattacks, but also methodological guidance and definitions of relevant terms.
The increasing attacks on supply chains and the associated risks highlight the need for a proactive approach to improving security standards across company boundaries. Given the complexity and sophistication of the attacks, close collaboration between companies, authorities and security experts will be essential.